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by Paul Martin
Updated: November 09, 2020
LE vs. SE CVT - [ 2020 A]
Toyota Corolla luxury edition and sport edition models comparision
LE vs. SE CVT exterior
2020 Toyota Corolla
Wheels difference
LE
16-in. wide-vent steel wheels and P205/55R16 tires
Available: 16-in. alloy wheels and P205/55R16 tires
SE CVT
18-in. machined alloy wheels with dark gray-painted accents and P225/40R18 tires
The available 18-in. machined alloy wheels, the largest ever offered for Corolla, add to its unapologetic profile. These multi-spoke alloys get their great looks from a complex machining technique paired with deep surfacing and dark accents.
left: LE standart wheels, right: SE CVT standart wheels (a same feature from XSE model shown)
Headlights difference
LE
LED headlights
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
SE CVT
High-grade LED headlights
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) accent lighting
Corolla's headlights feature LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and its LED taillights light up with an iconic look. Enhanced efficiency. Corolla's tech is more than just convenient, it is designed to keep you safe.
left: LE standart headlights, right: SE CVT standart headlights
Taillights difference
LE
LED tail and stoplights
SE CVT
LED tail and stoplights with smoked sport trim
The rear leaves a distinct lighting impression as well, with narrow combination lamps that wrap deeply into the fenders. The sporty grades feature smoked outer light lenses..
left: LE standart taillights, right: SE CVT standart taillights
Front grill difference
LE
Black front grille with sport mesh insert
SE CVT
Sport mesh dark gray metallic front grille
Highlighted by its honeycomb mesh grille, Corolla's lower, wider, more aggressive stance stands out for all the right reasons.
left: LE standart front grill, right: SE CVT standart front grill
Other exterior features difference
LE
Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors
Available: Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with blind spot warning indicators
SE CVT
Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
Available: Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators
Powerful fender flares and generously curved fender top surfaces accent its sculpted, athletic core.
LE vs. SE CVT interior
2020 Toyota Corolla
Front seats difference
LE
Premium fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket
SE CVT
Premium sport seats with sport fabric inserts with 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket
The result not only improves comfort, but also helps to lower the vehicle’s center of gravity and improves front/rear weight distribution. Redesigned top to bottom, the mixed-media sport seats with SofTex bolsters and premium fabric inserts work together to make you feel comfortable and in control behind the wheel.
left: LE standart front seats, right: SE CVT standart front seats
Other interior features difference
LE
Available: Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
SE CVT
Available: Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
Compared to the previous Corolla sedan, the instrument panel, cowl, hood and beltline height are all lowered to increase visibility and create the interior’s open feel..
LE vs. SE CVT multimedia & convinience
2020 Toyota Corolla
Steering wheel difference
LE
Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel
SE CVT
Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters
Even your fingertips will feel the difference when you grab hold of Corolla's available leather-wrapped steering wheel. A light touch on either lever gives you lightning-fast gear changes for a more spirited drive.
left: LE standart steering wheel, right: SE CVT standart steering wheel (a same feature from XSE model shown)
Car access & Remote Control difference
LE
Available: 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 functions
SE CVT
Available: 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 functions
Apple Watch shown. When your key fob is in your pocket or bag, the available Smart Key System lets you unlock the doors and trunk, plus start the engine with the push of a button.
left: LE available 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 functions, right: SE CVT standart car access & remote control (a same feature from XLE model shown)
What you don’t get in the 2020 Corolla sedan is noise.
LE vs. SE CVT safety & driving
2020 Toyota Corolla
LE vs. SE CVT tech details
2020 Toyota Corolla
Transmission difference
LE
Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode (CVTi-S)
SE CVT
Dynamic-Shift Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with physical First-launch gear
Standard Hill-start Assist Control (also on the CVT models), helps prevent the dreaded roll-back when starting off on an incline Corolla's available 6-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) features close-ratio gears down low for spirited acceleration and taller gears up top for optimized fuel economy while cruising. The new Dynamic-Shift CVT (continuously variable transmission) combines the smooth, fuel-efficient performance of a CVT with a more direct driving feel of a traditional geared automatic.
left: LE standart transmission, right: SE CVT standart transmission
Other tech details features difference
LE
1.8-Liter 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i); 139 hp @ 6100 rpm; 126 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm
SE CVT
2.0-Liter 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve with Valvematic technology; 169 hp @ 6600 rpm, 151 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
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