Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid.
In comparing the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is a better car than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid ranges from $16,495 to $25,811 while a used 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is priced between $13,943 to $24,610.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid loses 34.1 percent of its value and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid loses 47.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla Hybrid retains 13.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid base engine makes 139 horsepower. The Corolla Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 593 miles. The IONIQ Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 59 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles. This gives the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid compact cars, the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Corolla Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24050
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
25451
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
23600 - 28770
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
25451
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
23600 - 28770
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
21832
Price Range:
16495 - 25811
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
22301
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
19271 - 25941
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
113
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
67443
# Good or Great Deals:
38
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
19271
Price Range:
13943 - 24610
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
22301
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
19271 - 25941
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
18
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
54382
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.564998058541695
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1.4 - 8.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4220526873702657
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1.4 - 8.8
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 22Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 11Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
14 out of / 22Ranking
17 out of / 22Ranking
19 out of / 22Ranking
22 out of / 22Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 11Ranking
15 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 22Ranking
20 out of / 22Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Trim Levels
LE
Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
139 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
53 / 52 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
604 / 593 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
58 / 60 / 59
Range (city/hwy):
690 / 714 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
26.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2850 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2996 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sand Pearl
Blue
Blueprint
Gray
Celestite Gray Metallic
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Super White / Wind Chill Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Noir Pearl
Blue
Intense Blue
Gray
Amazon Gray
Red
Scarlet Red Pearl
Silver
Stellar Silver
White
Ceramic White
Interior Colors
Beige
Macadamia/Mocha
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray/Moonstone
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Gray
Dark Gray
