The Toyota Corolla Cross has launched in Thailand with a Petrol and Petrol-Hybrid Motor.
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A Brief About the Toyota Corolla Cross:
We all know, that the Toyota Corolla is one of the most selling cars in the world. Now, the Corolla car has gone underwent an upgrade and came up with a new compact SUV design. The new car is named the Toyota Corolla Cross, the Cross-Over SUV version of the Corolla Sedan car. Its also built on the same TNGA-C platform used for the sedan version.
The Toyota Corolla Cross has been powered by two petrol engine options, one of the naturally aspirated motor and the second is the petrol-hybrid motor. Also, there are both FWD and AWD powertrains too. Recently, it launched in Thailand and could make its debut in nearby countries too.
What are some Pros and Cons?
- Admirable Fuel Economy
- Spacious Cargo Area
- Comfortable Cabin
- Advanced Safety Tech
- No Diesel Engine
- Limited Room For Second Row
- Few Trims Offered
Summary
| Toyota Corolla Cross | Petrol | Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L | 1.8L |
| Displacement | 1998cc | 1798cc |
| Engine Type | 2.0L, 4-Cylinder DOHC, 16-Valve with Dual-Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) | 1.8L, 16 Valve DOHC Engine with VVT-i |
| Horsepower | 169 bhp @ 6,600 rpm | 96 bhp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 205 nm @ 4,400 rpm | 142 nm @ 3,600 rpm |
| Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode (CVTi-S) | E-CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD and AWD | FWD |
| Body Construction | Utilized Body | Utilized Body |
| Turning Radius | 5.2 mtr | 5.2 mtr |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar, coil springs, and hydraulic shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar, coil springs, and hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link rear suspension with coil springs, trailing arms, stabilizer bar, and hydraulic shock absorbers | Multi-link rear suspension with coil springs, trailing arms, stabilizer bar, and hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front Brakes | Power-assisted brakes; ventilated front discs | Power-assisted brakes; ventilated front discs |
| Rear Brakes | solid rear discs | solid rear discs |
| Mileage | 32-33 mpg or 13-14 kmpl | _ |
How much does the Toyota Corolla Cross Price in India?
The new Compact SUV Toyota Corolla Cross will be positioned against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Sonet, and some segment rivals too. This mid-size SUV is reported to price $22,000-$25,000 in the USA. Whereas, after the Dollar to INR roughly conversion, the Toyota Corolla Cross Price in India can be Rs 17.28-21.46 (Ex-showroom).
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When will Toyota Corolla Cross be launched in India?
The Corolla Cross is a mid-size compact SUV from Toyota. They have recently launched their new pickup truck Hilux in the Indian market. The launch of the Toyota Hilux signifies the interest of the Manufacturer in the Indian customers. Hence, we could see, the Corolla SUV too in the market near the mid of 2023 positively.
Same as Thailand, we could see both the engine options with the launch of the Corolla SUV. Alongside, we are expecting to get a new smaller diesel engine as well, because all the competing brands offer a diesel engine as well.
What are the Color options for Toyota Corolla Cross?
The mid-size Corolla SUV is available in seven color options:
- Celestite
- Wind Chill Pearl
- Cypress
- Barcelona Red Metallic
- Blue Crush Metallic
- Sonic Silver
- Jet Silver
Overview of Corolla SUV
Corolla SUV Exterior
The Corolla Cross looks sophisticated yet muscular and powerful. Thanks to the sleek and sharp headlamps, aerodynamically designed front bumper, and flared fenders. There is no lack of illumination on the road because it has equipped with full LED headlights and Day Time Running Lights (DRLs) too.
With the Corolla Cross model, the design has gone to the next level. The 18″ inches Black Painted Machine-Finished Alloy wheels balance the stance on the sides. While the functional roof rails provide flexibility to the Corolla SUV and it can carry some luggage on the top by just adding a cargo stand.
The Rear portion of the Corolla Cross is fitted with LED taillamps, a wiper, a defogger, a sharkfin antenna, and a top-mounted spoiler. Whereas, the diffuser is finished in the body color. According to the Toyota Corolla Cross Price in India, this would be a bang for the bucks.
How’s the interior of the Toyota Corolla Cross?
Similar to the exterior, the interior is too intricately packed and the finish is good indeed. The overall dashboard layout is neat and clean, there are not much of buttons and knobs. Also, all the controls are within the driver’s reach.
You never feel bored inside the Corolla, the 7″ inches (For base only) and 8″ inches touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Carplay Compatibility makes life entertaining and easier inside it. Alongside, the JBL premium 9 speakers audio system with a subwoofer offers a phenomenal sound experience. So listening to music will be a plush experience indeed.
The Corolla Cabin can accommodate five people easily because it has a wider cabin and the comfort is also on the positive side. The front row of seats gets four AC vents and a Heated function. While the Rear has two AC vents in the center and an armrest too.
What Are Some Driver-Centric Features?
The driver welcomes here with a 7″ inch Multi-Information Display, it provides all the details at the first glance. The display is segregated into three parts. On the left and right sides. the left has a Tachometer, whereas the right has Fuel Guage, and Temperature Guage respectively.
The center of the MID has a speedometer, that also displays the speed in numbers too. Also, it has details such as real-time driving data tracking, turn-by-turn navigation, Trip meters, mileage figures, and odometer.
Apart from this, the steering has all the buttons that make the drive hassle-free and free the driver to focus on the road only. The steering wheel has all the buttons related to the infotainment touchscreen, as well as navigation buttons for the MID. It also has Cruise Control and calls pick and drop buttons.
Behind the steering wheel, all the wipers, turn indicators, and headlight buttons are placed in an ergonomic manner for the driver. Moreover, we get the wireless charging feature, Remote Connect, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, and a power tailgate.
Which Engine and Transmission are Available?
The Mid-size Toyota SUV Corolla Cross is offered with two engine options. One is a naturally aspirated 2.0L petrol motor and the second is a 1.8L, Hybrid Motor. Both the motors are impaired with a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode). It is a smooth gearbox that shifts the gears quietly while the glides on the highways.
The performance of the motor is evident with 169 bhp @ 6,600 rpm of horses and 205 nm @ 4,400 rpm of peak torque for the 2.0L, 4-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves engine with FWD (Front Wheel Driver) and AWD (All Wheel Drive) Powertrain options. The AWD powertrain option is only available in the top trim Toyota Corolla Cross XLE.
On the other hand, the hybrid 1.8L, 16 Valves DOHC engine with VVT-i generated 96 bhp @ 5,200 rpm of horses and 142 nm @ 3,600 rpm of peak torque with the motor only.
In partnership with the electric motor, the hybrid engine produces 120 bhp of horsepower and the torque from the motor only is 163 nm. Switching to motor from the petrol motor can be done with just a click of an EV Mode button and a Mode Selection button. So it won’t be a hassle switching it.
Safety, Suspension, and Brakes
Suspension: The Corolla Cross has one of the best suspensions in its segments. The front has an Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension with Stabilizer Bar, Coil Springs, and Hydraulic Shock Absorbers as standard across the variants.
The rear has Torsion Beam Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Trailing Arm, and Hydraulic Shock Absorbers in the base and in the mid variant. While, the top variant has a Multi-link Rear Suspension with Coil Springs, Trailing Arms, Stabilizer Bar, and Hydraulic Shock Absorbers.
Brakes: The braking part has been fulfilled by all four-wheel disc brakes. The front section has a power-assisted ventilated disc at the front and a solid rear Disc.
Safety: The car is packed with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, which includes a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, and Road Sign Assist.
Apart from the Safety Sense 2.0, it also gets a Start Safety Program, that includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Start-Stop Technology (SST).
Some more Safety Features:
- 9 Airbags
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Anti-theft system with Immobilizer
Toyota Corolla Cross Specifications
Engine and Transmission
| Toyota Corolla Cross | Petrol Motor | Hybrid Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L | 1.8L |
| Displacement | 1998cc | 1798cc |
| Engine Type | 2.0L, 4-Cylinder DOHC, 16-Valve with Dual-Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) | 1.8L, 16 Valve DOHC Engine with VVT-i |
| Horsepower | 169 bhp @ 6,600 rpm | 96 bhp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 205 nm @ 4,400 rpm | 142 nm @ 3,600 rpm |
| Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode (CVTi-S) | E-CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD and AWD (For Top End XLE Only) | FWD |
| Body Construction | Utilized Body | Utilized Body |
| Turning Radius | 5.2 mtr | 5.2 mtr |
| Mileage | 32-33 mpg or 13-14 kmpl | _ |
Exterior
| Toyota Corolla Cross SUV | L | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature | Y | Y | _ |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature | _ | _ | Y |
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB) * and auto-off feature | Y | _ | _ |
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB) * and auto on/off feature | _ | Y | _ |
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB), * LED front turn signals with auto on/off feature | _ | _ | Y |
| LED fog lights | _ | _ | Y |
| LED stop lights | Y | Y | Y |
| LED taillights | _ | _ | Y |
| Black grille | Y | Y | _ |
| Black grille with metallic paint surround | _ | _ | Y |
| Black heated power outside mirrors | Y | _ | _ |
| Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind-spot warning * indicators | _ | Y | Y |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | Y | _ | _ |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with front-row touch-sensor lock and unlocks feature | Y | Y | |
| Color-keyed rear spoiler | Y | Y | Y |
| Black rocker body panels and black overfenders | Y | Y | Y |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | Y | _ | _ |
| Variable windshield wipers and intermittent rear wiper | _ | Y | Y |
| Chrome side window frame molding | _ | _ | Y |
| Privacy glass on rear side, quarter, and liftgate windows | _ | Y | Y |
| Black roof rails | Y | Y | |
| AWD badge in chrome | _ | _ | Y |
Interior
| Toyota Corolla Cross | L | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents | Y | _ | _ |
| Front automatic single-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents | _ | Y | _ |
| Front automatic dual-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents | _ | _ | Y |
| 5-passenger seating with fabric-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests | Y | Y | _ |
| 5-passenger seating with SofTex®-trimmed * 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests | _ | _ | Y |
| Heated front seats | _ | _ | Y |
| 6-way manual driver’s seat | Y | Y | _ |
| 10-way power-adjustable heated driver’s seat with lumbar support | _ | _ | Y |
| 4-way manual passenger seat | Y | Y | Y |
| Urethane shift knob | Y | Y | _ |
| Leather shift knob | _ | _ | Y |
| Overhead console with maplights, Safety Connect® * button | Y | Y | Y |
| Ambient lighting | _ | _ | Y |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions, illuminated vanity mirrors | _ | Y | Y |
| Dual sun visors and vanity mirrors | Y | _ | _ |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror | _ | _ | Y |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic lock/unlock feature | Y | Y | Y |
| Smart Key System * on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, and panic buttons | _ | Y | Y |
| Black door handle | Y | Y | _ |
| Satin-finish door handle | _ | _ | Y |
| Four cup holders | Y | Y | _ |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | Y | Y | _ |
| Passenger-side glove compartment with light | _ | _ | Y |
| Center console with armrest | Y | Y | Y |
| Six cup holders | _ | _ | Y |
| Cargo area tonneau cover | _ | _ | Y |
| 4.2-in. Multi-Information Display (MID) screen | Y | Y | _ |
| 7-in. Multi-Information Display (MID) screen | _ | _ | Y |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging | _ | Y | Y |
| Urethane tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display (MID) | Y | _ | _ |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display (MID) | _ | Y | Y |
| Rear folding armrest | _ | _ | Y |
Audio Multimedia
| Toyota Corolla Cross | L | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7″ inches Touchscreen Infotainment System | Y | _ | _ |
| 8″ Inches Touchscreen Infotainment System | _ | Y | Y |
| Apple Carplay | Y | Y | Y |
| Android Auto | Y | Y | Y |
| Alexa | Y | Y | _ |
| Six Speakers System | Y | Y | _ |
| Nine JBL Speaker System | _ | _ | Y |
Safety
| Toyota Corolla Cross | L | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | Y | Y | Y |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | Y | Y | Y |
| Lane Tracing Assist | Y | Y | Y |
| Automatic High Beams | Y | Y | Y |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | Y | Y | Y |
| Road Sign Assist | Y | Y | Y |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Y | Y | Y |
| Traction Control | Y | Y | Y |
| Anti-lock Brake System | Y | Y | Y |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution | Y | Y | Y |
| Brake Assist | Y | Y | Y |
| Smart Stop Technology | Y | Y | Y |
| Nine airbags | Y | Y | Y |
| Collapsible steering column | Y | Y | Y |
| Crumple zones/side-impact door beams | Y | Y | Y |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | Y | Y | Y |
| Lane Keep Assist | Y | Y | Y |
| Blind Spot Monitor | _ | _ | Y |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | _ | _ | Y |
| Braking Assist | _ | _ | Y |
| Hill Start Assist Control | Y | Y | Y |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking | _ | _ | Y |
| Backup camera | Y | Y | |
| Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | _ | _ | Y |
| Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer | Y | Y | Y |
Final Words about the Toyota Corolla Cross SUV
The SUV version of the Toyota Corolla Cross is a great launch by the brand. The new advanced sharp looks and sleek stance makes it stands out. The exterior has much to focus on, whether it’s the LED headlights, flared fenders, chunky 18″ alloy wheels, or functional roof rails. Everything is prim and proper.
The interior is too spacious and features rich, the seats are leather-wrapped and dual-zone climate control chills the space so quickly. The 8″ advanced infotainment screen and the 7″ inch MID display offer much of the details in just a glace.
There are two engines, petrol, and a petrol+hybrid, the motor is adequate power and provides a sophisticated driving experience. While the CVT gearbox with Intelligence and Shift Mode. The gear shifts are smooth but do have a bit of turbo lack in the low end. But it won’t affect the overall driving pleasure at all.
So overall, the Toyota Corolla Cross is a much-needed car in the Indian market. However, the current cars of Toyota in India are overpriced, but if the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Price in India would be set Rs 17.28-21.46 (Ex-showroom). Then it’ll surely become the top-selling car in the segment.
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