It's the bestselling passenger car of all time, and the 2009 model is roomier, quieter, and quicker. But like the larger Camry - another reliable and well-built family sedan - the Corolla is the automotive equivalent of tofu, dishwashing detergent, and National Public Radio.

All things considered, it's the obvious choice for people who hate car shopping. For those who have full use of their brains and limbs, the Corolla will do nothing to stimulate them. Ever.

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- Clifford Atiyeh, Boston.com Staff