This is a no-frills vehicle which has never left me stranded in the 8 years I have owned it. I have driven this car from Atlanta to San Diego to New York with no problems. There is plenty of legroom even though it is a compact car. The seats can get a little uncomfortable on long drives, and the paint is starting to fade a little, but when I am looking for a car, I am primarily looking for reliable transportation, and that is what I got. I have only had one mechanical problem and that was with the electronic computer module. A lot of Toyotas were recalled for this issue. Mine was covered under warranty and I had no problem getting it fixed at the local dealership. The heat and AC still work fine after 8 years and 140K miles. This is a 4-cylinder engine, so it doesn't pick up speed as quickly as some cars, but to me this is not a problem, especially given the fuel economy of this vehicle. I can generally go about 400 miles on a tank of gas. Overall, I am quite pleased with this vehicle, but I'm not sure if I would buy one of the newer-model Corollas. I rented one recently and it didn't feel the same. I much prefer a simple car with manual roll-down windows. The newer Corolla had everything automatic.

This was my first newer car purchase, so I am really enjoying all of the integrated technology. Hands-free Bluetooth calling has been fantastic, and now I cannot imagine having a car without it. I also like being able to control the volume and the radio stations without having to look away from the road. I have a back-up camera also, and I love being able to tell how far away I am from the cars behind me, especially when backing up in tight spaces or in parking lots. The interior fit and finish is nice and modern, and the “new car smell” is also a good plus. The great MPG rating is helpful, too. I love being able to go long distances and not spend too much on gas! With Toyota’s reliability, I feel like I will have this car for years to come. I’ve owned other Toyotas in the past, and they’ve all been rock-solid cars.