What’s New in the 2026 Toyota Corolla?

Drivers looking for an innovative, stylish, and reliable compact car will appreciate the 2026 Toyota Corolla, especially after the automaker updated the interior. This impressive vehicle, which is available in several body styles and trim levels, is filled with cutting-edge technology and comfort features, making it the perfect vehicle for daily driving around Athens, Decatur, and Huntsville, AL.

Let’s take a look at what’s new in the 2026 Toyota Corolla interior.

What Interior Features are Upgraded in the 2026 Corolla?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla is a practical daily driver loaded with technology for safety, comfort, and infotainment. The compact Corolla is available as a sedan and hatchback with either a standard gas-powered engine or a hybrid powertrain.

For 2026, Toyota upgraded a handful of technology features, making the interior more comfortable and innovative. When you shop for a new 2026 Corolla, you’ll see:

• A new standard digital gauge cluster in all trims
• A larger digital gauge cluster in the top trim
• Standard Blind-Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert in all trims
• A manufacturer-estimated fuel rating of 35 MPG combined

Toyota is also offering a special edition Corolla FX with styling features that resemble the Corolla FX16 from the 1980s. This hot hatch comes with gloss white 18-inch wheels, black exterior badging, and a big rear wing. On the inside, it has heated front seats with orange accent stitching. This 2026 trim is only available as a hatchback.

On the outside, the 2026 Corolla has design features that fit the trim level. For example, the LE has a refined look with a horizontal front grille with the vertical gradation that resembles the slotted grille on the Toyota Camry. The sporty versions, like the FX and SE trims, have a gloss black grille with sport mesh and a rear diffuser to look more athletic. The aggressive front end includes the strongly angled hammerhead LED headlights to fit with the rest of the Toyota sedan lineup.

How Did the Interior Tech Change in the 2026 Corolla?

Toyota added new connectivity and information technology to the 2026 Corolla. The newest Corolla models come with an 8.0-inch touchscreen with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system, and the SE and XSE trims have a 10.5-inch touchscreen. The platform includes Bluetooth® connectivity, a Wi-Fi hotspot, HD Radio, USB plugs, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto.

The standard sound system includes six speakers, while the XSE has an available JBL Premium Audio system with nine speakers, an amplifier, and a subwoofer for a rich and vibrant sound.

Toyota also offers several available connectivity features:

• Drive Connect
• Intelligent Assist
• Over-the-Air Updates
• Points of Interest searches
• Safety Connect
• Remote Connect
• Service Connect

Many of these services are free for the first year of ownership, then they require an annual subscription after the trial subscription expires.

What Toyota Corolla Body Styles & Engine Options are Available for 2026?

Drivers can choose a 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback or sedan. The trims are divided into sporty trims like the SE, XSE, and FX, and the luxury trims like the LE and XLE.

The standard engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with front-wheel drive and 169 horsepower. The other engine option is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor and 138 horsepower. Both engines are paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Drivers can choose to add optional all-wheel drive to the LE and SE trims.

The Corolla with the hybrid powertrain is offered in the LE, SE, and XSE models with the sedan body style. The 2.0-liter engine is available in all trims and both body styles. Both body styles have four doors and seating for five. The sedan has 13.1 cubic feet of trunk space, while the hatchback has 17.8 cubic feet of cargo space. Both models have folding rear seats.

Drivers who want more horsepower can choose the 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid or the 2026 Corolla GR.

Why is the 2026 Toyota Corolla a Great Choice for Huntsville Drivers?

The 2026 Corolla is a great choice for drivers who want an affordable vehicle with impressive fuel economy. It’s attractive inside and out, and comes with a plethora of interior tech and safety features.

If safety is important to you, you’ll appreciate knowing that all trims come with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite with features like Forward Collision Warning, Pedestrian Detection, Forward Emergency Braking, Lane-Departure Warning, Lane-Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Adaptive Cruise Control.

The trim varieties give drivers the options to choose models like the:

• Entry-level LE with comfort features like cloth upholstery and manual-adjustable front seats.
• Mid-level SE with heated side mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a push-button start.
• Top-level XSE with synthetic leather upholstery, power-adjustable heated front seats, and a large moonroof.

Regardless of the trim you choose, the MSRP for the Corolla is under $30,000, making the vehicle one of the most affordable on the market today.

Explore the New 2026 Toyota Corolla at Bill Penney Toyota in Huntsville, AL

We invite you to visit Bill Penney Toyota in Huntsville, AL to explore the upgraded interior and tech features in the 2026 Toyota Corolla. We’re confident you’ll find it comfortable, practical, and innovative. Once you choose the model that fits your driving needs, our finance team can build a loan or lease that fits your lifestyle using the latest incentives and offers.