Toyota Corolla Cross

Overview: Is the Toyota Corolla Cross a Good SUV?

Further expanding the Corolla lineup for 2022, Toyota added the subcompact Corolla Cross SUV, pairing familiar styling cues with ample cargo room. Sliding below the compact RAV4, the five-passenger Corolla Cross caters to small families needing practical transportation for around-town errands and road trips. Efficient powertrains include a 169-horsepower four-cylinder engine, with a gas-electric hybrid model joining the range in 2023. As Toyota’s most affordable crossover with available AWD, the Corolla Cross impresses with its spacious interior and composed road manners.

Note: Equipment, features, and trims can vary by model year. Always confirm these details when looking for Toyota Corolla Cross cars for sale.

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Key Features

The Toyota Corolla Cross offers:

• Subcompact crossover SUV body style
• Four-cylinder power: conventional or hybrid
• Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
• Front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (AWD standard with the Corolla Cross Hybrid)

Trims

The conventional Corolla Cross comes in L, LE, and XLE trims, while the Corolla Cross Hybrid is sold as the S, SE, and XSE.

Comfort, Technology & Cargo

While not as accommodating as a Camry sedan or larger SUV like the Highlander, the Corolla Cross can comfortably seat four occupants (and five in a pinch). Standard equipment includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a touchscreen infotainment system, and Toyota Safety Sense driver-assist features, embedding the Corolla Cross with the latest technology. Up to 24 cubic feet of cargo space is behind the rear seats.

How It Drives

The four-cylinder engine has enough pep for merging and passing but not much else, while balanced steering helps with confident handling while cornering. Acceleration gets dialed up with the hybrid, thanks to 196 combined horsepower. When equipped with all-wheel drive, the Corolla Cross’ extra traction can help on slippery roads but isn’t suited for rough terrain.

Safety

The Toyota Corolla Cross has yet to be tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Reviews

Toyota Corolla Cross reviews average 4.0 (out of 5.0), based on consumer ratings from Kelley Blue Book. Reliability ranked high, while value and performance fell below expectations.

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FAQs

Is the Corolla Cross the same as the RAV4?

No. The subcompact Corolla Cross is smaller than the compact Toyota RAV4, Toyota’s best-selling crossover SUV. Shoppers needing maximum passenger and cargo room should consider a used RAV4 instead.

Is the Corolla Cross bigger than the Corolla?

It depends. The Corolla Cross has front legroom that’s similar to the Corolla sedan and hatchback. However, the Corolla Cross has less rear legroom than the Corolla sedan.

Is the Toyota Cross a hybrid?

Toyota added a Corolla Cross Hybrid to the lineup in 2023.

What SUV is the Corolla Cross comparable to?

Key competitors to a used Toyota Corolla Cross include other subcompact SUVs like the Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-30, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and Honda HR-V.

Is the Corolla Cross an SUV or hatchback?

The Toyota Corolla Cross is considered a subcompact SUV. Toyota also sells Corolla sedan and hatchback models, but the Corolla Cross features a taller, boxier SUV body style instead.

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