For the 2019 model year, redesigned versions of the Avalon full-size sedan and Corolla hatchback debut, while the Prius gets a minor styling update and an available all-wheel-drive system. Sporty special editions of the 86 and Camry are available, and Toyota better aligns its trim levels across all model lineups.
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Detailed changes for each 2019 Toyota car model are shown below, listed in alphabetical order.
Available with a 301-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 gas engine or a 215-horsepower gas-electric hybrid drivetrain
Standard new 8-speed automatic transmission with V-6; hybrid models have a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with Sport driving mode
Optional adaptive-damping suspension is a Toyota-first
Standard next-generation infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Wi-Fi Connect service, Safety Connect service, Amazon Alexa compatibility, smartwatch compatibility, Scout GPS navigation app, and more
Optional 14-speaker, 1,200-watt JBL premium surround-sound system
Standard Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver-assistance and collision-avoidance technologies
Standard 168-horsepower, 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine
6-speed manual gearbox with downshift rev matching
Available CVT with 10 programmed ratios and a launch gear designed to eliminate displeasing CVT acceleration characteristics
Standard sport-tuned suspension
Three different next-generation Entune infotainment systems, all with Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, Safety Connect service, Wi-Fi Connect service, Scout GPS navigation app, smartwatch compatibility, and more
Optional 8-speaker, 800-watt JBL premium sound system
Standard Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite of driver-assistance and collision-avoidance systems, including adaptive cruise control (full-speed range with the CVT), forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist and lane-tracing assist, automatic high-beam headlights, and road sign recognition
Multiple infotainment system upgrades, including an extra USB port, larger Qi-compatible wireless charging tray, dynamic navigation system, Wi-Fi Connect service, Destination Assist Connect service, and more
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