So I just got a used 2019 Corolla SE and the engine sounds way louder than I expected. I didn’t really notice it during the test drive but now it’s super noticeable. Is this normal for this model or should I be worried? Anyone else with this car have the same thing going on?
Yeah I’ve got the same car and mine’s kinda loud too. Especially when it’s just started. It quiets down after a bit though so I figured it’s normal.
Raven said:
Yeah I’ve got the same car and mine’s kinda loud too. Especially when it’s just started. It quiets down after a bit though so I figured it’s normal.
Mine does the same thing. Makes this tapping noise for like a minute after I start it, then goes quiet. Guess it’s just how these cars are built.
Raven said:
Yeah I’ve got the same car and mine’s kinda loud too. Especially when it’s just started. It quiets down after a bit though so I figured it’s normal.
What’s that tapping sound from? I’ve heard it too but I’m not sure if it’s okay or not.
@Van
It’s probably from the direct injection system. These engines are kinda noisy when cold. Nothing to worry about if it stops after warming up.
I had the same concern when I bought mine. Thought something was wrong but turns out it’s pretty common for this model to be noisy at idle or on cold starts.
Marriot said:
I had the same concern when I bought mine. Thought something was wrong but turns out it’s pretty common for this model to be noisy at idle or on cold starts.
Same here. Took mine to the dealer and they said it’s just how the engine works. Not a real issue unless the sound gets worse or stays loud.
If it’s a knocking or grinding noise, that’s when I’d take it in. Otherwise it might just be how these engines run. Mine has been loud since day one but no problems so far.
Dane said:
If it’s a knocking or grinding noise, that’s when I’d take it in. Otherwise it might just be how these engines run. Mine has been loud since day one but no problems so far.
What’s a grinding noise sound like? I keep hearing something but not sure if it’s that or something else.
@Denise
Grinding kinda sounds like metal rubbing metal. If it happens while driving or doesn’t go away, I’d get it looked at.
My 2020 Corolla SE does the same thing. Gets noisy on cold starts but smooths out after like 2-3 minutes. I asked at the dealership and they said it’s just how the engine runs.
Blaise said:
My 2020 Corolla SE does the same thing. Gets noisy on cold starts but smooths out after like 2-3 minutes. I asked at the dealership and they said it’s just how the engine runs.
Good to know I’m not the only one. I thought it might’ve been something wrong with mine lol.
This forum is so helpful. I was about to take mine in thinking something was broken. Glad to hear it’s just a normal thing for this model.
Dez said:
This forum is so helpful. I was about to take mine in thinking something was broken. Glad to hear it’s just a normal thing for this model.
Yeah this forum saves me a lot of stress haha. I’ve learned a lot just reading other people’s posts here.