2021 Toyota Corolla hybrid vs gas: is the hybrid worth it?
Hybrid LE FWD vs LE FWD
No. Does not pay back in 6 years.
7.4years to pay back
- Hybrid: $3,155 more. Saves $425 a year.
- Break-even: 89,000 miles.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every hybrid pair
| Pair | MSRP | Rating | Energy a year | Price gap | Saves a year | Payback | Ahead after 6 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid LE FWD LE FWD | $23,600 $20,445 | 52 mpg 33 mpg | $738 $1,164 | $3,155 | $425 | 7.4 years | Gas, $604 |
| Hybrid LE CVT FWD LE CVT FWD | $23,600 $20,475 | 52 mpg 33 mpg | $738 $1,164 | $3,125 | $425 | 7.4 years | Gas, $574 |
What changes the answer
- Gas price for a 6-year payback: $3.96.
- Miles a year for a 6-year payback: 14,800.
What you give up
| Measure | Hybrid | Gas | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 121 hp | 139 hp | -18 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 126 lb-ft | -21 lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,850 lb | 2,955 lb | -105 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Incentives, insurance, upkeep and resale are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree