Does the Corolla automatically lock its doors?

[CoraAnn]

The Corolla does have an automatic locking feature, but this function only activates when no doors are opened within 2 minutes after unlocking the car with the remote key. This safety feature is designed to automatically relock the doors under such circumstances. However, the doors will not automatically lock when the engine is turned off and the car is parked, which can be considered a significant drawback. More details are as follows: 1. The automatic door locking function is highly secure, mitigating the risk of owners forgetting to lock their doors after exiting the vehicle. It enhances the overall practicality of the car, safeguards the driver's property, and improves the driving experience. Automatic locking is also one of the essential features found in high-end vehicle models. 2. The principle behind the automatic locking device involves the engine computer monitoring real-time vehicle speed to control door locking. When the speed decreases to a low level, the lock button is automatically pressed to prevent accidental door openings. Automatic locking is a highly user-friendly high-tech feature.

[KimberlyLynn]

My Corolla is the 2021 hybrid version, and it does have the automatic door locking feature. While driving, when the speed exceeds 20 kilometers per hour, the doors automatically lock. This provides much better security in urban areas when stopping at traffic lights, preventing anyone from suddenly opening the doors. Setting it up is simple too—just find the vehicle settings in the dashboard menu, open the door options, and turn on this feature. However, the base gasoline version of the Corolla might require an additional module or manual locking with the key. If you frequently go on long trips or have kids, this feature is quite practical as it helps avoid accidental door openings.

[Erick]

I've been into car modifications for several years. The base model of the regular Corolla doesn't necessarily come with the factory auto-locking feature, but I installed an OBD port lock for my friend's 2018 model. Once plugged in, it enables automatic door locking when the car reaches a certain speed. It only costs a few dozen bucks and is easy to set up. For higher trim models, you can directly enable this feature in the steering wheel settings. Auto-locking is particularly useful in chaotic traffic conditions to prevent accidents, especially avoiding situations where children might accidentally open doors. The installation cost is low, but the safety improvement is significant.

[StOlive]

Auto-locking doors are an important safety feature in the Corolla, with most new models equipped with a speed-sensing door lock function. The doors automatically lock when the vehicle reaches approximately 15 km/h after starting, preventing the risk of doors accidentally opening while driving. Check your Corolla's manual or central control system settings to see if this feature is available. If not, develop the habit of manually locking the doors to ensure safety and avoid unnecessary risks.