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by Rine Geaz
Updated: August 09, 2021
SE CVT vs. L - [ 2020 A]
Toyota Corolla sport edition and entry level models comparision
by Rine Geaz
Updated: August 09, 2021
Toyota Corolla sport edition and entry level models comparision
2020 Toyota Corolla
Shared features in both models:
Color-keyed outside door handles
Color-keyed roof-mounted shark-fin antenna
SE CVT
High-grade LED headlights
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) accent lighting
L
LED headlights
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
The available Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) provides a wider field of light and steers the low beam in the direction of the turn, based on steering angle and vehicle speed. Corolla's headlights feature LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and its LED taillights light up with an iconic look.
left: SE CVT standart headlights, right: L standart headlights (a same feature from LE model shown)
SE CVT
LED tail and stoplights with smoked sport trim
L
LED tail and stoplights
The sporty grades feature smoked outer light lenses.. All 2020 Corolla sedan models use LEDs, the type and style varying by model grade.
left: SE CVT standart taillights, right: L standart taillights (a same feature from LE model shown)
SE CVT
Sport mesh dark gray metallic front grille
L
Black front grille with sport mesh insert
Highlighted by its honeycomb mesh grille, Corolla's lower, wider, more aggressive stance stands out for all the right reasons.
left: SE CVT standart front grill, right: L standart front grill (a same feature from Hybrid LE model shown)
SE CVT
18-in. machined alloy wheels with dark gray-painted accents and P225/40R18 tires
Dark gray metallic sport side rocker panels and color-keyed rear spoiler
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
Dual chrome-tipped exhaust
L
15-in. styled steel wheels and P195/65R15 tires
Color-keyed power outside mirrors
That’s why people buy sedans, after all..
2020 Toyota Corolla
SE CVT
Metallic interior trim with chrome interior door handles and color-keyed door panel piping
Available: Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
Premium sport seats with sport fabric inserts with 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket
60/40 split fold-down rear seat with center armrest and two cup holders
Two front and two rear cup holders
L
Fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat and 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
60/40 split fold-down rear seat
It’s equal parts sporty and elegant, and, as always, Corolla-comfortable and durable.
2020 Toyota Corolla
Shared features in both models:
4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display
SE CVT
Audio — includes 6 speakers, 8-in. touch-screen
Available: Audio Plus—includes 8-in. touch-screen, Sirius XM, HD Radio
Available: Audio Plus and JBL w/Clari-Fi—- includes 9 speakers, subwoofer and amplifier, 8-in. touch-screen
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters
Multi-function in-key remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic and trunk-release functions and remote illuminated entry
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
Automatic climate control with dust and pollen filter and push-button controls
Front and Console USB 2.0 ports
L
Audio — includes 6 speakers, 7-in. touch-screen
Intermittent windshield wipers
Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel
Air conditioning with dust and pollen filter
Front USB 2.0 port
What you don’t get in the 2020 Corolla sedan is noise.
2020 Toyota Corolla
Shared features in both models:
Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 (TSS 2.0) with Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
SE CVT
Normal and Sport driving modes
Sport Mode
L
All Corolla sedan models come equipped with a standard backup camera..
2020 Toyota Corolla
Shared features in both models:
Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II)
Temporary tire
SE CVT
CVT sport
L
CVT
High-speed, high-response gear-shifting technology, using a multiplate wet clutch, switches power from the gearset to the CVT’s belt and pulleys. The key to its distinct performance feel is a physical first gear used for start-off acceleration, before handing off to the CVT’s pulley system.
left: SE CVT standart transmission, right: L standart transmission (a same feature from LE model shown)
SE CVT
2.0L / 169hp
L
1.8L / 139hp