2013 Toyota Corolla

The 2013 Toyota Corolla is a practical sedan with front-wheel drive, a 1.8-liter inline-four engine, and seating-friendly dimensions for daily driving in Indianapolis and throughout the Greater Indianapolis metro area. At Bill Estes Toyota, shoppers can review this Corolla’s trim pricing, fuel economy, towing capacity, engine details, and configuration while considering comparable 2013 compact cars. The dealership at 3232 Harper Road serves Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Lawrence, Zionsville, and Brownsburg with Toyota sales, certified pre-owned vehicles, used inventory, and factory-authorized service.

Starting MSRP

$16,230

Horsepower

132 hp

EPA MPG

26–27 city / 34 hwy

Max Towing

1,500 lbs

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

Sedan

How the 2013 Toyota Corolla Compares With Competitors

Pricing, power, fuel economy, drivetrain, and fuel type can shape the right compact sedan choice. The 2013 Toyota Corolla starts at $16,230; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

The 2013 Ford Focus starts at $16,200 and offers 160 horsepower with 26–27 city / 36–38 hwy EPA MPG, compared with the Corolla’s 132 horsepower and 26 to 27 city / 34 highway MPG. The Focus uses Front Wheel Drive and Flex-Fuel (Unleaded/E85), while the Corolla uses front wheel drive and regular unleaded, giving buyers different priorities around power, highway economy, and fuel choice.

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer starts at $15,995 and produces 148–237 horsepower with 25 city / 34 hwy EPA MPG, compared with the Corolla’s 132 horsepower and 26 to 27 city / 34 highway MPG. The Lancer offers Front Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive and Regular Unleaded / Premium Unleaded (Required), while the Corolla’s front-wheel-drive and regular-unleaded configuration suits shoppers focused on a straightforward commuter setup.

The 2013 Suzuki SX4 starts at $15,845 and offers 148–150 horsepower with 23 city / 30–33 hwy EPA MPG, compared with the Corolla’s 132 horsepower and 26 to 27 city / 34 highway MPG. Both use front-wheel-drive configurations in the figures provided, while the Corolla’s fuel economy range favors buyers placing greater emphasis on daily efficiency.

Specifications and Configuration

The Corolla is a sedan powered by a 1.8 L inline-four engine with 1,798 cc of displacement, 128 lb-ft of torque, and peak power at 6,000 rpm. Peak torque arrives at 4,400 rpm, and the drivetrain is front wheel drive.

Across the five trims, starting MSRP ranges from $16,230 to $20,550, with an $810 destination charge. City fuel economy ranges from 26 to 27 MPG, while highway fuel economy is 34 MPG. Transmission choices are manual or automatic, with 5-speed or 4-speed configurations respectively.

The Corolla has a 13.2-gallon fuel capacity, 12.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, and a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. Curb weight ranges from 2,734 to 2,800 lbs; length ranges from 179.3 to 180 inches.

Buying a 2013 Toyota Corolla in Indianapolis

Bill Estes Toyota serves Indianapolis from 3232 Harper Road, Indianapolis, IN 46240. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so shoppers can use the search inventory link for current Toyota listings and contact the dealership at (317) 434-6990 for assistance.

For broader shopping needs, Bill Estes Toyota also offers used and certified pre-owned vehicles, Toyota service, genuine OEM parts, online financing support, and a convenient way to value a trade through the trade-in tool.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Consider how the Corolla’s 132-horsepower engine, front-wheel-drive layout, regular-unleaded fuel, and 26 to 27 city / 34 highway MPG fit the daily route. Buyers should also compare the available manual and automatic transmissions, 12.3 cubic feet of cargo space, and 1,500-lb maximum towing capacity with their needs.

Trim selection changes starting price, city fuel economy, transmission type, and transmission speeds. Reviewing those differences alongside the $810 destination charge can help clarify which configuration fits the intended budget and driving routine.