For 2007, Toyota gives Corolla buyers a choice of three trim levels: the base CE, a sport-themed S, and the luxury LE model. All have a 126-horsepower, 1.8L four-cylinder engine and can be ordered with either a manual or automatic transmission. The base CE gets standards such as power mirrors, air conditioning, and a CD player. Bumping up to the S trim gets fog lamps, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, power locks, and a handful of sporty exterior treatments. Power windows and remote keyless entry are all part of the LE. Safety options such as anti-lock brakes, front side air bags, and curtain side air bags are available on all trims, while stability control can be added to LE models. Other options include cruise control, a rear spoiler, alloy wheels, a six-disc CD changer, and a moonroof. The Corolla possesses a larger-than-average trunk and a 60/40 split folding rear seat, both of which make the car feel larger than it actually is. Its taut frame allows for smart handling in traffic, surprisingly so for a car in this class, and its EPA numbers (31 mpg in the city and 42 on the highway when equipped with manual transmission) are among the best in its class.
