XLE vs. S: I cant make up my mind

[Lit'l Cat]

I'm really torn b/t XLE & S. Seems to me the XLE drove smoother on the HWY. Just cannot decide. Any thoughts?

Thanks
Lit'l Cat

[Jeff Lange]

It's weird that the XLE would be nicer on the highway, they both come with the same wheels, tires, springs, struts, steering, etc. Almost all of the differences are cosmetic between the 2 cars, nothing drivetrain related.

Jeff

[Lit'l Cat]

seems like the S was kind of 'jerky' that it didnt feel like the car was driving in a straight line. But the S comes with more features & the seats felt more supportave.

Is this only in my mind?

Thanks

- Lit'l Cat

[drew102160]

I too was faced with this decision not too long ago. What helped me decide was to ask myself why am I considering a corolla to begin with, answer, economy. So I chose the S as I get the sporty look with the great mpg of the 1.8 Hope this helps.

[mattleegee]

whats the difference on the XLE, just automatic??

[Tideland Prius]

Originally Posted by mattleegee

whats the difference on the XLE, just automatic??

Optitron gauges, wood trim, premium fabric, sliding front armrest. You lose the leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio-mounted controls as well as the bodykit/spoiler.

[drew102160]

Oops, my mistake. Thought xrs, not xle. Anyhow I would choose the S over the XLE because its more sporty.

[PuffyC]

Here are the differences in standard features.

Things the XLE has that the S doesn't:
Variable intermittent wipers
Optitron guages (very cool)
Power windows
Keyless entry w/keyfob
Sliding center console
Woodgrain trim

Things the S has that the XLE doesn't:
Body spoilers
Fog lights
Leather steering wheel with controls
Metallic trim

[got-rice]

If you do opt for the JBL/bluetooth option on the XLE, you will get the steering wheel mounted audio controls.

[Impelled]

I'd go for the S.

[Lit'l Cat]

Thanks for all the responses!

2 ?'s: Anyone have an S w/factory leather seats?

Also - do the fog lights make a big difference @ night (seeing the road?)


-L.C.

[innerreflection]

The only reason i went with the S is because of the MPG . im not planning on racing a corolla either way . ;-)

[lowincash]

i'm not a fan of the wood grain on the xle...looks cheesy =/ wood and cloth seats? it's usually wood and leather for the "luxury" feel lol. i would choose the s from the two...the fog lights should light up more in front of the car...but more light is better than not enough lights =)

[YOHAN]

S = 'trying-hard' to be a sports compact.
XLE = 'trying-hard' to be a luxurious compact.

You decide which car you want to be 'trying-hard' with.

[pauly]

Go for the S.

Both cars should drive the same. Drive a different S and compare it. It's the exact same car - just different options. Maybe there was something wrong with the S that you test drove.

I wish that the S came with Optitron guages.