2005 marked the introduction of the 10th generation Toyota Corolla, which was celebrated as a benchmark in the compact sedan market. It came in three trims: CE, S, and LE. All trims packed a 1.8L four-cylinder engine producing 130 horsepower, mated to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission and delivered fuel economy that was among the segment's best. Even in this vintage year, Toyota was concern about safety; with antilock brakes an available option, and full-length curtain-type airbags were offered too - a rarity in this category. On the inside, the Corolla was functional and relatively roomy, with user-friendly controls and a reputation for quality and reliability. It didn’t offer thrilling performance or chic styling, but the ‘05 Corolla was a sensible, economical, and dependable transportation choice.