Top 10 Best Tires for Toyota Corolla: Latest Options

The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car in history, and not because everybody is dying to own one. People are not dreaming of a Corolla – they buy it because they need it. Recently, Toyota made its compact car more interesting with the GR (Gazoo Racing) model, but the Corolla remains a value proposition.

There are a few reasons why the Corolla is so popular, but it's primarily reliability, comfort, safety, and value for money. And incidentally, those are the same qualities you'd want from a set of Toyota Corolla tires. Again, you won't be buying these because you are excited about a new set of tires – you'll be buying them because you need them.

But what are the best tires for Toyota Corolla? Should you just go for the most expensive model and expect the best performance? Or should you save some cash and opt for cheaper, budget-friendly models?

Those are all legitimate questions that I'll try to answer with my list of the top 10 best tires for Toyota Corolla. But really, you should be going with tires that give you value. And by that, I mean longer treadlife and durability, excellent safety (accidents cost money, but can also be life-threatening), and good comfort.

Because I own a Corolla hatch from 2021, those are the things I am looking into when purchasing new tires. However, I'm based in Europe, where I spend most of my time, and tire models are different here, i.e., I drive a combination of summer and winter tires. Fortunately, I also get to try models specific to North America, and I'll list those here.

Basically, there will be a bunch of touring, grand-touring, and ultra-high-performance all-season tires (I didn't forget about you Corolla enthusiasts!), but also winter tires for those that encounter a lot of snow. So, without further ado, let's dig in!

In-Depth Reviews of the Best Tires for Toyota Corolla Available in 2024

Best Grand-Touring All-Season Tires for Toyota Corolla

1. Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack

At this moment, the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack is a tire that works best with the Corolla. That's because it matches the values of the Japanese compact car and puts comfort and durability at its forefront.

The Turanza QuietTrack is truly a comfortable tire. Thanks to the special inserts in the sidewalls, it provides a very smooth ride on all surfaces. And that's also true on very bad pavement with repetitive impacts, which this tire handles with ease. That's because the ride isn't too soft – it's perfectly balanced, unlike other grand-touring all-season tires.

You will also have a hard time hearing the Turanza QuietTrack at speed. The tread pattern is specifically designed to lower noise, and it works – this tire remains quiet at highway speeds and is almost inaudible in urban scenarios. Together with the buttery-smooth ride, it plays very well with the comfortable nature of the latest Corolla sedan.

But there is more to like here. The Turanza QuietTrack also performs outstandingly well in terms of traction. On dry roads, it is responsive and direct while providing the driver with a strong grip in the corners and excellent braking. It's also an excellent tire in rainy conditions, providing short stopping distances and balanced handling.

I was also impressed at how the Turanza QuietTrack performs at the limit, which is important when you need to make an evasive maneuver. Although not a sporty tire, the Turanza QuietTrack remains stable and gives you time to react when you reach the limit.

Still, although capable of providing you with safe braking and cornering, the Turanza QuietTrack is behind its closest rivals on snow. That is especially true in the corners, where Bridgestone's grand-touring all-season tire can't match the competition with grip.

That said, the handling is balanced overall, and you'll have no issues positioning your Corolla in the corners, provided you drive more slowly.

On the other hand, the Turanza QuietTrack comes with the longest treadwear warranty in its category at 80,000 miles! This means you can genuinely keep these tires for six years and still have enough tread depth left to drive in warmer conditions. Currently, no other grand-touring all-season tire comes even close in terms of warranty or durability!

Pros:

• Balanced handling on wet tarmac and natural behavior at the limit
• Strong braking in rainy conditions
• Natural handling on snow-covered roads
• Solid braking on light snow
• Very good grip and handling on dry pavement
• Longest treadwear warranty in the category
• Supremely quiet, even at highway speeds
• Very smooth ride

Cons:

• Lower lateral grip on snow than its closest premium rivals

2. Continental PureContact LS

The Continental PureContact LS is another tire that impressed me on numerous occasions, particularly with its performance abilities. The German tiremaker is doing something right lately, as it leads almost every category on wet tarmac, particularly with its all-season tires.

The PureContact LS is not an exception to that rule. It's a tire that handles rain so well that you would feel like you are driving on dry tarmac. Notably, the hydroplaning resistance is exceptional – I never had to correct the car when hitting a large puddle of water.

But it's not the hydroplaning resistance that impressed me that much – it's the traction on offer. The PureContact LS provides class-leading lateral grip on wet tarmac and also handles very naturally, even at the limit. Moreover, the longitudinal traction is exceptional – the stopping distances are also the shortest in the category.

And it's not like Continental sacrificed dry grip to give you amazing wet traction. I found that the PureContact LS also performs excellently on dry tarmac, with a strong lateral grip, good acceleration, and excellent braking. One area where I would like to see improvement is the steering, though, which is responsive but doesn't feel very linear.

The PureContact LS is also a strong performer on snow-covered roads. It provides excellent traction, similar to an all-season/all-weather tire, with very balanced handling and predictable behavior at the limit. It's truly a usable all-season tire on light snow.

As for comfort, the PureContact LS can't compete with the Turanza QuietTrack. It is quiet but still more audible than its Bridgestone rival, and its ride is much firmer. In isolation, it's pretty good, but comparing it to its rivals definitely exaggerates the issue.

Finally, the PureContact LS comes with a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, which is among the highest in the category, though worse than the Turanza QuietTrack.

Pros:

• Best-in-class lateral grip on wet tarmac
• Shortest stopping distances in the rain in its category
• Balanced handling and good grip in dry conditions
• Predictable handling and good traction on light snow
• Reasonably quiet
• Long treadwear warranty

Cons:

• Firm ride over sharp undulations
• The steering isn't very linear, though it's quick

3. Michelin CrossClimate 2

The Michelin CrossClimate 2 has a more winter-focused design than its closest rivals, and you might find it classified as an all-weather tire. Still, don't let that fool you – this is a tire that performs excellently in every scenario and matches its closest premium rivals on dry and wet roads.

Still, its snow traction is unmatched currently in the grand-touring all-season category. With the CrossClimate 2, I experienced the shortest stopping distances of any all-season tire on snow but also the most natural handling and highest grip in the corners. It also handles ice better than most of its rivals, which is a big plus, in my opinion.

Although I'd still recommend a proper winter tire for harsh conditions, if I had to choose one tire for the whole year, it would be the CrossClimate 2. That's because Michelin's grand-touring all-season tire also performs very well in rainy conditions. There is a lot of traction on wet tarmac, accompanied by balanced handling and predictable behavior at the limit. The braking is particularly impressive, as the stopping distances are among the shortest in the category.

Still, for me, the most impressive aspect of the CrossClimate 2 is its performance in dry conditions. Michelin's groundbreaking all-season tire feels very responsive and sporty – it's a real joy to drive. It's also very grippy in the corners and has excellent longitudinal traction, almost on the level of a summer tire.

However, it's not all rosy. The CrossClimate 2 is a very expensive tire, yet it only comes with a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty.

Moreover, the ride on broken pavement can be harsh, especially when you drive over repetitive cracks. Still, the CrossClimate 2 is super quiet, making it an excellent companion on long journeys on the highway.

Pros:

• High lateral grip on dry tarmac
• Natural handling in dry conditions
• Responsive and linear steering
• Strong lateral grip in the rain
• Excellent braking on wet tarmac
• Balanced handling on snow with excellent lateral grip
• Best-in-class acceleration and braking on snow
• Very quiet, even at higher speeds

Cons:

• Very expensive
• Harsh ride over bad pavement
• Lower 60,000-mile treadwear warranty than its premium competitors

4. Vredestein Quatrac Pro

Vredestein might be a new company in North America, but trust me when I say – these guys make some excellent tires. I already owned several Vredestein tires on my previous cars and always came out impressed with the performance, comfort, and durability.

The Quatrac Pro is no exception – it's an outstanding tire that competes directly with the class-leading grand-touring all-season tires and comes at a lower price point.

The only thing that pulls it back is the 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, which is frankly too low for the category. Vredestein does combine it with an 8-year warranty (valid if you didn't pass 50,000 miles), which is the longest in the category, but that doesn't make up for the short mileage warranty.

But other than that, the Quatrac Pro is an impressive grand-touring all-season tire. I was particularly impressed by how it handles dry tarmac; the steering is very linear and always gives you an idea of what the front tires are doing, and there is enough grip in the corners to let you drive more aggressively. Not to mention, the stopping distances are among the shortest in the category.

Furthermore, the Quatrac Pro drives excellently in rainy conditions, where it combines excellent hydroplaning resistance with very good traction. It also loses traction progressively at the limit, meaning you'll have more time to react.

And since it comes with the 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake) symbol, the Quatrac Pro is rated as an all-weather tire, meaning it was designed with snow and ice in mind.

The result is excellent braking and acceleration performance, almost on the level of the CrossClimate 2, and a strong lateral grip when I can easily drive on roads with snow thickness of 3 to 4 inches. Moreover, the Quatrac Pro is easy to drive on snow, thanks to the balanced handling.

The Vredestein Quatrac Pro also delivers in the comfort department. The ride is very smooth, regardless if the road is bad or not. I tried it on broken pavement, and the Quatrac Pro handled it perfectly. Meanwhile, the tire is also very quiet, even at highway speeds.

Pros:

• Very good dry grip for an all-season tire
• Strong braking in dry conditions
• Balanced handling in the rain
• Excellent lateral and longitudinal traction on wet tarmac
• Balanced handling on snow with excellent traction
• Very smooth ride and quiet rolling on the highway

Cons:

• Low treadwear warranty for the category

Best Touring All-Season Tires for Toyota Corolla

5. Continental TrueContact Tour

If you want something cheaper for your Toyota Corolla or own an older model, then a regular touring all-season tire is an excellent choice. These tires last even longer than grand-touring tires, though they lose some performance. Still, I think most Corolla owners will be satisfied with the traction on offer, and that's especially true for the TrueContact Tour.

Continental's touring tire didn't impress me on dry tarmac, if I'm perfectly honest, but it didn't need to. Although it lags the class-leading tires, it still has enough grip to keep you safe and get you out of trouble. It also provides responsive and linear steering, which isn't common in the category.

In rainy conditions, though, the TrueContact Tour is a beast. It provides some of the shortest stopping distances in the category and has balanced handling in the corners. 

The lateral grip is also excellent, and I never had issues with hydroplaning when trying the TrueContact Tour. Overall, an excellent showcase of Continental's prowess in making outstanding rain tires.

The TrueContact Tour is also capable of providing good light-snow traction. It won't come close to a winter tire, but it's still impressive for the category, particularly when it comes to acceleration and braking.

As for comfort, Continental did a great job minimizing road noise – the TrueContact Tour is truly a quiet tire. Moreover, the ride is very smooth, even when you drive over repetitive impacts. Therefore, the TrueContact Tour is an excellent companion to the comfortable Corolla.

The TrueContact Tour comes with an 80,000-mile treadwear warranty on T-speed and H-speed-rated tires and a 70,000-mile warranty on V-speed-rated tires. That's good but far from groundbreaking in the category.

Pros:

• Best-in-class braking in rainy conditions
• Balanced handling in wet conditions and progressive behavior at the limit
• Smooth ride, even over broken pavement
• Quiet at highway speeds
• Good treadlife and treadwear warranty

Cons:

• Lags behind the class-leading tires on dry tarmac

6. Michelin Defender2

Michelin recently launched the Defender2, the successor of the already popular Defender T+H. The new tire brings several improvements, but none of them is revolutionary.

Hence, the Defender2 retains the 80,000-mile treadwear warranty, though Michelin promises longer real-world treadlife and better traction when worn down. Regardless, the Defender2 remains the most durable tire in the category.

Furthermore, the French giant also promised better dry and wet traction. In my tests, the differences were minimal but enough to keep the Defender2 competitive. Michelin's touring tire performs very well in dry and wet conditions, with excellent traction and balanced handling.

It can't really compare to the TrueContact Tour in rainy conditions, though, as it stops later and can't achieve the same speed in the corners. Still, it's more than good enough to keep you safe!

As for snow, the Defender2 carries one from its predecessor as one of the best in the category. Again, the TrueContact Tour is slightly better here, but not by much. Crucially, the Defender2 handles well on snow-covered roads and provides good braking and acceleration.

Michelin also showed its expertise in the comfort department. The Defender2 provides a very smooth ride, even on broken asphalt, and never becomes too noisy on the highway.

Pros:

• Exceptional treadlife and long treadwear warranty
• Excellent grip and handling on dry tarmac
• Solid traction on wet roads
• Very good traction and drivability on snow
• Smooth and quiet ride

Cons:

• It is expensive

Best Ultra-High-Performance All-Season Tires for Toyota Corolla

7. Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus

Want to elevate the driving experience of your Corolla? Then, what you need is a set of ultra-high-performance all-season tires. These tires will give you more grip and traction in dry and wet conditions at the expense of a slightly shorter treadlife and slightly worse snow traction.

Currently, the best example of any UHP all-season tire for the Toyota Corolla is the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus. Continental's latest iteration of its popular series sets new standards in rainy conditions, with traction that rivals summer performance tires.

The handling balance on wet tarmac is also exceptional – the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus is easy to position in a corner and behaves naturally at the limit.

The tire also doesn't disappoint on dry tarmac. The grip there is exceptional, again very close to a summer performance tire. I also liked the handling balance, but the steering could use more urgency. The ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus is still more responsive than your average grand-touring tire but far from the best UHP all-season tires.

That said, I was impressed with the snow traction on offer – the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus is truly a usable UHP all-season tire in wintry conditions. It is easy to drive on snow-covered roads and provides excellent traction for the category.

Unlike most of its rivals, the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus is also a very comfortable tire. The ride is smooth, even when you drive over bad roads, and there is not much noise on the highway.

Finally, Continental offers a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, which is excellent for the category.

Pros:

• Exceptional traction on wet tarmac
• Surefooted cornering in rainy conditions
• Agile and grippy in dry conditions
• Excellent traction on light snow for a UHP all-season tire
• Smooth ride and quiet on the highway
• Long treadwear warranty for a UHP all-season tire

Cons:

• The steering isn't as responsive as other UHP all-season tires

8. Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+

Want a tire that will put a bigger smile on your face? Then you should try the Potenza RE980AS+. I actually prefer this tire over the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus due to its steering. Bridgestone's UHP all-season tire has that urgency and responsiveness that its Continental rival lacks, which is a big plus for enthusiast drivers.

It's also super-fast on dry roads. There is a ton of grip in the corners, the braking is strong, and overall, the stability is exceptional. Along with the excellent steering, this makes the Potenza RE980AS+ perhaps the best UHP all-season tire for Corolla drivers that want fun on twisty roads.

However, there is a "but" here – the Potenza RE980AS+ can't match the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus in wet conditions. It's very good, particularly when it comes to the handling balance, but it lacks the overall traction to compete with its Continental rival. In other words, it's completely safe on wet roads, but you won't be able to push it as hard as the ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus.

On snow, though, there is no difference between the two. The Potenza RE980AS+ handles beautifully on light snow, with excellent handling balance and good lateral grip. The stopping distances and acceleration traction are also excellent for a UHP all-season tire.

One thing that I'm grateful for is that Bridgestone finally addressed the comfort in the Potenza RE980AS+ - the previous, non-plus model was pretty harsh over bumps and noisy on the highway. Now, the new model provides a smooth ride on most roads and isn't too noisy on the highway.

Finally, Bridgestone also offers a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty on the Potenza RE980AS+ - excellent for the category.

Pros:

• Very responsive and natural steering
• Exceptional braking and acceleration on dry tarmac
• Outstanding lateral grip in dry conditions
• Agile handling with natural behavior at the limit
• Predictable handling on wet tarmac
• Strong light snow traction for the category
• Easy to drive on light snow
• Reasonably quiet and comfortable for a UHP all-season tire

Cons:

• Slightly lower wet traction than the class-leading UHP all-season tires

Best Winter Tires for Toyota Corolla

9. Bridgestone Blizzak WS90

All-season and all-weather tires can work throughout the year for most people. However, if you live in areas where harsh winters with snow storms are the norm, you should go for a set of winter tires.

Currently, my favorite winter tire is the Blizzak WS90, which sets new standards in the category of snow and ice traction but also works excellently on dry and wet roads.

Bridgestone's winter tire provides very short stopping distances on packed and unpacked snow and has enough acceleration traction so that you don't get stuck.

Furthermore, you'll get a lot of lateral grip and a handling balance that makes it easy to position your Corolla in the corners. Not to mention, the Blizzak WS90 also performs well on ice, with solid braking and cornering.

The thing that impressed me most with the Blizzak WS90, though, is the wet traction. Winter tires are usually good with hydroplaning resistance but not so much with traction, and the WS90 changes that. The stopping distances are the shortest in the category, and the lateral grip is excellent. It's the same story on dry roads, where the Blizzak WS90 beats most of its competitors in lateral grip and longitudinal traction.

However, it's not all rosy – the Blizzak WS90 is not very comfortable. The ride can feel harsh on broken pavement, especially at very low temperatures, and the tire is definitely noisy on the highway. Still, that's a small price to pay if you live in an area with very harsh wintry conditions.

Pros:

• Short stopping distances in the rain
• Balanced handling in rainy conditions
• Excellent braking on dry tarmac
• Strong acceleration and braking on snow
• Outstanding lateral grip on snow
• Good ice traction

Cons:

• Harsh ride over broken pavement
• Noticeable tread growl at lower speeds

10. Michelin X-Ice Snow

The Michelin X-Ice Snow matches the Blizzak WS90 on snow, meaning it provides very short stopping distances, handles well in the corners, and accelerates easily.

Like its rival, it also works on packed and unpacked snow, which is not something you could say for all-season tires. In addition, the ice traction is excellent and as good as you can get from a non-studdable winter tire.

But the X-Ice Snow isn't as good in wet conditions as its rival in the corners. Put simply, the lateral grip is slightly lower, and Michelin's winter tire doesn't perform as well at the limit. Still, it provides very short stopping distances, so you'll be completely safe. Also, the X-Ice Snow handles dry conditions very well, with good grip and balanced handling.

The X-Ice Snow is more comfortable than the Blizzak WS90 on a broken tarmac, providing a smooth and refined ride. However, it is as noisy as its rival, so you'll need to accept the added disturbance on the highway.

Still, the X-Ice Snow is the only winter tire currently on the market that comes with a warranty. Michelin provides a 40,000-mile one, which is a big plus for potential buyers, and ultimately mitigates the high asking price.

Pros:

• Exceptional handling and traction on snow
• Excellent handling and traction on ice
• Solid handling and lateral grip in the dry
• Short stopping distances in the rain
• Smooth and quiet for an aggressive snow tire 

Cons:

• Slightly noisier than its rivals on rough tarmac
• Slightly lower lateral grip in the rain than its closest rivals

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the recommended tire pressure for Toyota Corolla tires?

Toyota recommends a tire pressure of 32 psi (2.2 bar) for the latest generation Corolla with 16-inch wheels. However, that number changes according to load – the more stuff you have in your car, the higher the psi.

Also, for models with larger wheels, Toyota recommends a slightly lower pressure. For instance, a Corolla with 18-inch wheels has a base tire pressure of 31 psi (2.1 bar). Again, you should go higher if you carry four passengers and heavy cargo in your Corolla. But the tire pressure varies from country to country, which is why you should always look at the tire pressure placard on the driver's door frame.

Namely, the European model I drive has a recommended pressure of 36 psi (2.5 bar) for the front wheels and 35 psi (2.4 bar) for the rear wheels. Thus, always check what Toyota recommends for your particular model, as not every Corolla has the same powertrain. If you can't find the placard, you can seek the information in your Toyota Corolla owner's manual.

Also, previous generations also come with different recommended tire pressure ratings, so keep that in mind!

• How can I tell when my Toyota Corolla tires need to be replaced?

You should check the health of your Corolla tires at least every month and look for irregularities. The first thing you should look for is tread depth; it's generally accepted that tires with less than 2/32-inch (1.6 mm) tread depth are not safe to drive in wet conditions and won't resist hydroplaning.

Thus, each tire is equipped with tread wear bars. These are small rubber protrusions that sit in the circumferential grooves of your Corolla tires that will be flush with the rest of the tread when it reaches 2/32 inches of tread depth. At that point, you should replace your tires immediately, as it's unsafe and illegal!

However, I always recommend doing that even sooner, as the tire would already struggle in wet conditions. Moreover, for the winter, you'll need at least 5/32 inches (4 mm) of tread depth, provided you encounter snow. Therefore, a tread depth gauge, which will measure exactly how much tread depth you have left, is a cheap and smart investment.

You can also use the tread depth gauge to look for irregular wear; the tread of your Corolla tires should wear evenly, i.e., each groove should have about the same tread depth left. Also, you should immediately replace your tires if you notice cuts and bulges on the tire, as they could lead to tread separation and a blowout.

Finally, I won't keep my tires for longer than eight years, as the rubber would be too stiff and plasticky, which leads to worse traction and a higher chance of blowouts.

• How often should I balance my Toyota Corolla Tires?

If you change your tires often, i.e., use a combination of summer/all-season and winter tires, you'll need to balance them at each tire change. Tire balancing ensures the weight of the tire/wheel combination is properly distributed, which enhances performance and prolongs the life of the tires.

Not balancing your tires can lead to vibrations while driving at higher speeds, unstable cornering, more noise, reduced fuel efficiency, and uneven tire wear.

• What kind of performance gains can I expect if I upgrade my Toyota Corolla's tires to ultra-high-performance tires?

Ultra-high-performance all-season tires offer a significant upgrade in traction compared to touring or grand-touring all-season tires. As a result, your Corolla will accelerate, stop, and turn better into a corner, both on dry and wet surfaces.

Furthermore, since UHP all-season tires have stiffer sidewalls, the steering will also be more responsive and direct. In other words, your Corolla will feel better to drive, and you will have more fun on a twisty road.

However, UHP all-season tires also have some disadvantages. For starters, they will be slightly worse on snow, although some newer models, like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, are becoming increasingly good on snow-covered roads.

In addition, UHP all-season tires have shorter treadlife and come with shorter treadwear warranties. Finally, these tires are also less comfortable over bumps and generally noisier.

Meanwhile, if you want to go all-in, performance summer tires might also be a good option. You will use the snow capability with these but gain an even higher grip on dry and wet roads, along with more responsive steering. Max-performance and extreme-performance tires are currently the best options for owners of the GR Corolla hot-hatch.

• Can I equip my Toyota Corolla with run-flat tires?

Yes – you can equip any car with run-flat tires, as long as it has TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) installed. This is because, with a run-flat tire, you wouldn't know when it loses pressure, as the sidewall has additional reinforcements to support the vehicle.

Run-flat tires are very convenient, as they let you drive up to 50 miles at a top speed of up to 50 mph after a complete pressure loss. However, they are also heavier, which results in higher fuel consumption and generally less comfortable over bumps. Not to mention, they are also significantly more expensive than regular tires.

• How do eco-friendly or low-rolling-resistance tires impact my Toyota Corolla's fuel efficiency?

Eco-friendly, aka low rolling resistance tires, are designed to minimize energy loss as the tire rolls, which improves fuel efficiency. These tires will definitely impact the fuel economy in a positive way, but not as much as you'd think since the latest Corolla already comes with eco tires from the factory.

Still, some models are rolling more efficiently than others and might shave off 1-2 mpg. The difference will probably be hard to notice day-to-day, as other factors also affect fuel efficiency, but your wallet will feel the difference. This is especially true on the Corolla Hybrid, which was designed to work with eco tires.

Today, most touring and grand-touring tires come with eco credentials, i.e., low rolling resistance tread patterns. However, performance and winter tires are usually worse here and will increase the fuel consumption of your Corolla.

• Can I install larger wheels and tires on my Toyota Corolla for a more aggressive look?

You absolutely can! However, there is a limit to how large the wheels can be. On the latest generation Corolla, the largest wheels from the factory sit at 18 inches, equipped with 225/40R18 tires.

You can go probably an inch larger, but make sure that the overall diameter of the wheel stays the same. For instance, a good replacement for the 18-inch tires on the latest Corolla would be 19-inch wheels with 225/35R19 tires. In that case, the tires will be similarly wide and won't touch the fenders.

However, going higher than that will certainly require a fender roll, as the tires will touch the funders during cornering or when you hit a bump. This could damage your car but also the tire and lead to a blowout.

Not to mention, larger tires with smaller sidewalls also impact ride quality in a negative way. They are also heavier, meaning your Corolla will feel less agile and will consume more fuel.

Conclusion

The Corolla has never been as attractive as the latest model, but it still remains a value proposition with excellent reliability, safety, and comfort. You should also tread the tires you buy for it the same way and choose models that last long, provide excellent comfort, and are, most importantly, safe.

I did the same when choosing winter tires for my Corolla hatch (European spec) and went with the Michelin Alpin 6. I could've saved some money and gone with a lesser brand, but honestly, my family's safety always comes in the first place. I could just miss a night out in the pub with my friends, and that would pay the difference. Besides, they will almost certainly last longer than cheaper winter tires.

For that reason, I only chose high-quality models for my list of the best tires for Toyota Corolla. If you find those tires too expensive, I recommend choosing models from reputable budget manufacturers, like Cooper Tire, General Tire, and Kumho, or other budget/premium brands, like Hankook, Toyo, and Yokohama.