SE CVT Apex FWD
What the SE CVT Apex adds over the L
| Spec | L | SE CVT Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2910 lbs | 3110 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2910 lbs | 3110 lbs |
| Engine displacement | 1798 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 169 hp |
| Torque | 126 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.8-Liter, 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve, with Valvematic | 2.0-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Overall height | 56.5 in | 55.9 in |
| Tire size | P195/65R15 | P225/40R18 |
| Final drive ratio | 4.2 | 3.8 |
| Transmission type | CVTi-S | cvt |
| Wheel diameter | 15 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cupholders, Audio — includes 8-in. touchscreen, 6 speakers, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, USB media port, 1 USB charge port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial, Automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter and push-button controls, Black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna and window trim, Blacked-out Corolla, Apex and Toyota badging, Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA), Bronze interior trim stitching, Bronze/black side rocker panels and rear diffuser accent, Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors, Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Color-keyed rear spoiler, Driver and front passenger heated seats, Driver and front passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Front and rear USB 2.0 port, High grade LED headlights with LED accent lights, LED daytime running lights (DRL) accent lighting, LED tail and stoplights with smoked sport trim, Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel, Metallic interior trim with chrome interior door hands, Premium sport seats with sport fabric inserts with 6-way adjustable driver's and 4-way adjustable passenger's seat and seatback pocket, Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, and trunk-release, Sport mesh black front grille with bronze front spoiler and C-shape accents, Sport-tuned exhaust with conical-shaped tip, Two rear cup holders, Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 274.3 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 259.1 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 88.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Overall length | 182.3 in |
| Overall width | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1987 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 169 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | P225/40R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3110 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3110 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, with low light pedestrian detection and daytime cyclist detection
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and road edge detection with Sway Warning System
- Ten airbags – includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
- Ten airbags – includes driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
- Ten airbags – includes front and rear side curtain airbags
- Ten airbags – includes rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Adjustable front shoulder anchors, driver and front passenger seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Auto High Beams
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Child-protector rear door locks
- Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening (WIL) seats
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
- Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
- Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones with side-impact door beams
- Front passenger seat cushion airbag
- Head-impact protection structure
- High-tensile-strength steel body panels
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Integrated Backup Camera with projected path
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats
- Road Sign Assist
- Star Safety System™ – includes Traction Control (TRAC)
- Star Safety System™ – includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
- Ten airbags – includes driver knee airbag
- Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) on all passenger belts
- Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0
- Engine Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment5 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial
- Steering wheel with Bluetooth® hands-free phone/music and voice-command controls
- Audio — includes 8-in. touchscreen, 6 speakers, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, USB media port, 1 USB charge port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial
- Front and rear USB 2.0 port
- Steering wheel with audio controls
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, and trunk-release
- One 12V auxiliary power outlets
- Power door locks with automatic locking feature
- Front and rear power windows with one-touch auto up/down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter and push-button controls
Seating3 std · 0 opt
- Driver and front passenger heated seats
- Premium sport seats with sport fabric inserts with 6-way adjustable driver's and 4-way adjustable passenger's seat and seatback pocket
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cupholders
Interior15 std · 0 opt
- Bronze interior trim stitching
- Center console with storage compartment
- Digital clock
- Front and rear door storage pockets
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel
- Metallic interior trim with chrome interior door hands
- Overhead console with maplights
- Passenger-side glove compartment
- Premium instrumentation cluster with speedometer and tachometer, coolant temperature, 4.2-in. Color TFT Multi-Information Display
- Two front cup holders
- Two rear cup holders
- Day/night rearview mirrors
- Driver and front passenger sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel
- Premium instrumentation cluster with odometer, tripmeters, outside temperature, current/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, elapsed time
Exterior18 std · 3 opt
- Black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna and window trim
- Blacked-out Corolla, Apex and Toyota badging
- Bronze/black side rocker panels and rear diffuser accent
- Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors
- Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Color-keyed outside door handles
- Color-keyed rear spoiler
- High grade LED headlights with LED accent lights
- LED daytime running lights (DRL)
- LED daytime running lights (DRL) accent lighting
- LED tail and stop lights
- LED tail and stoplights with smoked sport trim
- Sport mesh black front grille with bronze front spoiler and C-shape accents
- Sport-tuned exhaust with conical-shaped tip
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Black rear aero spoiler optional
- Dunlop all-season tires optional
- Dunlop summer tires optional
- Rear window defogger with timer
- Spare Tire/Wheel – Temporary
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- Front-wheel drive (FWD)
- Automatic engine shut-off
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Common questions about the SE CVT Apex
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Toyota Corolla SE CVT Apex add over the L?
Against the L, 26 features become standard that the L does not and 13 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.