1997
Toyota Corolla

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$13,498
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn CE Manual
    Starts at
    $12,998
    31 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Base Manual
    Starts at
    $12,998
    31 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn CE Auto
    Starts at
    $13,498
    25 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Base Auto
    Starts at
    $13,498
    25 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn DX Manual
    Starts at
    $14,188
    29 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn DX Auto
    Starts at
    $14,988
    27 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 1997 Toyota Corolla base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
3/5
Side rear passenger
3/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.5
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 5.0

Most recent

By One feisty wench from Northwest Washington
Owns this car
May 13, 2020

Very reliable car, handles great!

This is a very good and reliable car. I bought the car when it was 2 years old in 1999 in Chicago (and it started and handled easily in the winter, cooled comfortably in the summer), and it handled driving in various elevation roads (in the Sierra Nevadas) with no hesitation. In 2020, it still drives great, starts in very cold weather, heats up and cools quickly. The maintenance is low, and gas mileage still good after 23 years!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Spongebob from Kristiansand
Owns this car
February 28, 2020

Perfect car for the perfect price.

Perfecto. The car is so nice and wonderful, i dont know why more people drive around in these all the time. Simply a perfect car man.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1997 Toyota Corolla?

The 1997 Toyota Corolla is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Base (2 styles)
  • CE (2 styles)
  • DX (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1997 Toyota Corolla?

The 1997 Toyota Corolla offers up to 31 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 1997 Toyota Corolla reliable?

The 1997 Toyota Corolla has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Toyota Corolla owners.

Is the 1997 Toyota Corolla a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Toyota Corolla. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 5.0

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