2014 Toyota Corolla LE Plus

The 2014 Corolla is Toyota's compact sedan, the one you cross-shop with the Civic and the Mazda3 when you want a small car that's easy to live with. Around town the Corolla feels light and nimble, and the steering is easy to guide, though it's not the kind of car that begs to be pushed hard. Inside, the cabin is roomy for the class, with a back seat that folds flat to open up the trunk for bulky items, and the controls are simple to use. Some owners mention a faint squeak from the driver's seat belt anchor over bumps, but it's a minor annoyance that's easy to ignore. The LE Plus is the comfort-focused Corolla, adding a power-adjustable driver's seat and upgraded cloth upholstery over the standard LE, so you get a nicer place to sit without spending S Premium money. Under the hood is the same 1.8L I4 making 132 horsepower, paired with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, which means it's smooth and quiet around town but won't win any drag races. The Plus trim unlocks the option of Toyota's Entune audio system with navigation, so you can get a factory nav screen without stepping up to the next trim level.