The Corolla Cross has a lot going for it, starting with a versatile interior and optional all-wheel drive system. The driving experience is uneventful and the engines are rather noisy when pushed, however. Most people turn to this small crossover due to its efficient performance and Toyota’s reputation for reliability. The standard four-cylinder engine burns no more than 7.4-7.8 L/100 km, but the real star is the hybrid variant which generates 196 hp and achieves 5.6 L/100 km.
There are some models that go down in history—and others… well, not so much. The Toyota Corolla Cross falls squarely into the second category: a subcompact crossover whose only legendary trait is the “ Corolla ” part of its name. And yet, in today’s automotive world, this distant descendant of …
Cars big and small now account for less than 15 percent of all new light-duty vehicle sales in Canada as consumers continue to migrate toward SUVs and crossovers. Automakers sure aren’t complaining. After all, these are more expensive and therefore more profitable vehicles. But what if you’re on a budget?
Let’s face it, Toyota absolutely needed the new Corolla Cross to succeed where the departed C-HR (which was initially supposed to be sold as a Scion product) arguably failed—offering a compelling and practical alternative to the larger RAV4 at a lower price. There hadn’t been one in Canada since the …
When we first laid eyes on the Corolla Cross SUV, we knew it was going to be popular. After all, taking a model name that has built a solid reputation and putting "Cross" next to it is a proven industry recipe. And the Corolla name has a lot to offer, …
Looking at all the subcompact SUVs and crossovers available on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . These are some of the most popular vehicles in Canada as they are cheaper and more fuel-efficient than compact …
The refreshed Toyota Corolla Cross introduced in Thailand earlier this year won’t make it to North America, at least not right now. The 2025 model going on sale in Canada today is essentially unchanged save for a few body colour revisions and a new “Beyond Zero” badge on the liftgate …
Owners of a 2023 or 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid may experience a software glitch that could temporarily reduce their vehicle’s braking performance. It’s recently been discovered that a sudden change in brake pedal feel and travel may occur when the brakes are applied during a turn. This is apparently …
Subcompact SUVs are some of the most popular vehicles in Canada, and demand keeps growing. Competition is fierce with so many contenders on the market, but none has been able to unseat our No. 1 pick. What are the best buys in the segment? The team at The Car Guide …
The highly successful Ford Maverick is proof that small pickups have a place among the larger models ruling the North American market. Hyundai has the Santa Cruz and, apparently, the all-new Ram Rampage will come to our shores in the near future. Which one will be next? The Chevrolet Montana …
The Toyota Corolla Cross is one of the best sub-compact crossovers on the market, and a smart purchase for a small family with a budget of $30,000. The recent addition of a hybrid variant makes it even more compelling. However, we have some bad news to report today. The automaker …
Undermined by supply chain disruptions, most notably the chip shortage, new light-duty vehicle sales fell 1.6 percent globally in 2022, going from 80.7 million units to 79.4 million units, according to JATO Dynamics data. The continued growth of electric vehicles, especially in China and Europe, was a bright spot. With …
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2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: Reason Over Passion
