Happy Saturday everyone! Hope your weekend is off to a great start! The Subaru Crosstrek may be the top seller the space but the Corolla Cross Hybrid is still the only hybrid in the segment and its sales are increasing every year! We're also expecting Lexus to send over the revised 2025 UX 300h very soon, which shares a platform with this vehicle and also gets the new hybrid powertrain from the Prius that is also in this car.
Nice review and editing! Side note…. I wonder if the extra beep is cause the sunroof isn’t fully closed. My friend’s Toyota does that and we found out that the sunroof was slightly not fully closed.
7:47 The spare tire part is wrong, sadly: Toyota stuck the high-voltage cable to the rear motor under the foam divider, so you couldn't put a spare there. (But that's better than on the RAV4, where that cable is on the outside and gets corroded in winter, and the hybrid warranty ignored!)
Well..... it's the same hybrid system as the Prius, but it's definitely about 8mpg less than the Prius simply due to the Cross's size, extra weight and height
That is exactly one of the main reasons that I no longer drive a Toyota vehicle because of the outlandish markups for almost every single Toyota on their lot. There are a lot of other great manufacturers out there that make fantastic quality vehicles. I am so tired of corporate greed, and dealer greed.
42 MPG and under 7 seconds, 0-60, is a pretty rare combination, for any vehicle, at any price. Starting at $33k for an SE model, with standard AWD, with more power and MPG than anything else, I think its a steal.
I got mine at MSRP and couldn’t be happier! All the dealers in my area were charging insane markups, so I ended up having to buy it in the state over from a friend of a friend who worked at Toyota.
I tested this car when car shopping for my sister. All Toyota dealerships in the state were back ordered for 1+ years and had crazy $5k markups when they did deliver. We ended up settling with the new 2024 Kona SEL for $8k less and vastly superior interior tech.
@@mfr5725honestly I'd rather pay more for the Toyota. Hyundai is nowhere near as reliable. They might have more tech but Toyota is the best when it comes to long-term reliability and uses higher quality parts to run their cars.
I always feel like all these car reviewers hate on the only cars an honest mechanic recommends. They rave about cars that will break down within 100k miles. Career longevity? 😂 I'll stick with my Toyota.
An extra set of beeps is the rear seat reminder on newer Toyota vehicles, but I don’t think that’s what you experienced - it sounded more of a long beep. If you open a rear door (i.e. putting a child, object in the back seats), it will alert you when you attempt to lock the doors, as you did. I believe it unlocks the doors (even though I don’t think it did on your tester) and plays the beeps because you likely forgot something or someone in the back. Of course you can turn it off; it’s a feature with TSS 3.0 vehicles. Great video as always!
This exact car in Europe is extremely nice. Better display, much better looking inside and out, panoramic sunroof, 19 inch rims, etc. etc. we always get shafted here stateside…🤷🏻♂️
8:50 I couldn’t tell if it was one or 4 extra beeps, but my 2023 Prius beeps 4 times after locking as a reminder that I opened the rear doors and to check the rear seats before I leave - like if I left a child or other important item in the car
My brother in laws new 2024 camry (base model) is really quiet and smooth. Definitely smoother than my tesla Y and 2020 prius prime. Its just all these small toyota cars have terrible sound.
Your review of the back space is spot on. A lot of prospective buyers think this is an inexpensive alternative to the RAV4. It isn't. If you have a growing family and need second row space, this car won't work. As an aside, you will find most of the hybrids already pre-sold. The percentage sold, as you reported, is not because of demand but because of the supply constrictions at the new Mazda-Toyota plant in Alabama. Apparently, there is a shortage of skilled workers in that state. If Toyota was able to produce (or import) more of these cars, the numbers would be higher
0-60 in the 6 second range is impressive for any corolla, let alone a Corolla SUV, especially since the regular version is very slow. As long as you realize you’re getting an economy car.
Crazy that, as priced, is mid 30K in price. Also crazy that this vehicle is considered "a more affordable vehicle". If I were to get a new car, today, I'd get the Prius. Still not perfect, but preferable to this. And at the same price, a much larger center screen.
Sofyan, Toyota makes several models on the TNGA-C platform. When we consider the Corolla sedan, Prius and Corolla Cross CUV, it may come as quite a surprise that the Cross has the shortest wheelbase of the 3. No wonder back seat legroom is so inadequate. 🤨
If you had lifted that foam piece all the way out, you would have seen that you cannot fit any spare tire there because Toyota blocked the space with hybrid wiring components.
I have read that a company called Modern Spare makes a tire that will fit if the foam is removed. Don't know how true that is but I'll check into it. But I believe to do so the tire needs to be resting on top of the power cable. Not sure how smart that is.
Great car for seniors; power hatch and shallow cargo space saves backs, comfortable adjustable driver's seat with good ground clearance to save hips/knees, and lots of safety features that dampen down slower reaction times.
There's nothing inherently wrong with the Corolla Cross, it just feels incredibly generic. Normal buyers will like the Toyota reliability, good usability and great MPG, but there's nothing else to write home about. Sadly at $36k, that isn't good enough.
Wrong. Everything is wrong with the corolla 😂 It’s not attractive, it’s not luxurious inside, the materials and build quality are subpar to the point where Tesla looks better, tech is dated, back seats are useless, it’s not that great to drive, it’s not practical and it’s way overpriced The corolla cross as is the case with almost any new Toyota is dead on arrival
Very good review. I agree about the monitor being on the small side. Toyota has no option for a larger one. Some of the interior seems cheap. Another drawback is the rear seats not folding completely flat. The Rav4 hybrid is a much better car and has more features (as well as a spare tire) but at a much greater price. However the smaller size of the CCH allows me to maneuver better in city traffic and parking lots. The extra fuel economy is also nice.
Well it might have good fuel economy and hybrid but the front end looks ugly. From the quarter panel to the rear looks better. Toyota need to work on their design for smaller vehicles
Great review. Considering between this and the crosstrek. Definitely prefer the bigger screen of the crosstrek and sportier feel but the fuel economy of this hybrid is a huge selling point for me
I went with the SE instead of the Prius AWD as egress as I age, 64, questionable, and snow depths. ALL the dealers in NW order the sunroof package 99% of time. Didn't want to wait, didn't want sunroof, wanted paddles... In 4-1/2 months, don't use paddles, use sunroof ALL the time 🥴 I ALWAYS hypermile. Get 80+MPG non highway, 56-59 highway, didn't get number for freeway 70mph... I'm single haven't had a passenger in @10 years, going to remove front passenger seat for maximum utility, still have rear seats if needed. Perfect. The XSE instruments panel would be nice, but not $3k! Everything else is useless fluff, bigger wheels cut economy.
Toyota dealerships, at least here in the USA, have helped ruin the brand. Plus, all the stupid tech-bloat in newer vehicles today have made even the best-rated brands more problematic, less reliable, & more costly to own longer-term than they were 10-20 years ago. My 2020 TNGA Toyota was the most problematic vehicle that I have owned in over 40 years & 10 different new vehicles during that time, needing towing for repair after failures/breakdowns on multiple occasions during the 2 years & 10K miles that I kept it. Between awful dealerships & my last Toyota experience, I have soured on the brand.
I bought the new 2022 platinium trim with two tone color (white & black)and have been enjoying the pleasent ride, comfort, tech & saftey features . I also enjoy the acceleration of this Suv which is more than sufficient for me. It is indeed a pleasen reliable vehicle specially in Los Angeles area with having panoramic sunroof available. The only suggestion i have is to see an increase in horsepower & torque. Looking forward to 2025 model.!
Bought mine in jet black, my favorite color! Has good power and absolutely love the interior compared to the cheaper look of the cross trek. I love the power lift gate! The exterior is awesome to me, everything is relative to each person’s taste. I don’t buy a vehicle for the screen size, which looks ugly in the Subaru compact suv. Totally disagreed either your analysis of the dash. It’s fine and my favorite color. The main thing I love is the look of the front end, which I don’t like on the other models of the cross-as opposed to the XSE. The thing I like best is that Toyota has the best reliability, resale value - had a Camery for 20 years and sold it, had a Corolla s 2005 for 15 years and sold it. Love Toyota! I was given a Honda HRV for a loaner, seemed more cheaply made and interior was not so great. I do have a Honda accord 2007 and runs well and will be selling it.
I really like the overall exterior of the Corolla Cross. I always notice them when I see one on the road. My concern is that the interior is not only bland, it looks too basic & cheap which is sad. For my purposes in the city, I’m sure it’s all I need but it’s hard to get excited about buying one if I feel like I’m “settling” for this interior just for a reliable Toyota (& yes, a hybrid).
Looks great for my small family or daily commuter for my wife but all the Toyota in Alberta onlt have the gas version and all their other hybrid vehicles are 6 months wait if you're lucky. I was in an accident and needed a vehicle so went with the Honda HRV Sport. Great solid vehicle but obviously not a hybrid and it does not have much power at all. Gas mileage is not great either on the Civic platform but it handles like a dream, the AWD is wonderful AND I was able to actually GET ONE lol. Good review, Subbed and watching your other vids now.
Not a fan of the big hunk of black plastic on the front. It's like the designers just got tired and gave up trying. I prefer the non-hybrid front end and wish this one had that too, as the hybrid does in other countries.
I like the concept, but I suspect most who buy these have second thoughts about the size and cargo space. Not a lot of space up front for "stuff" and the rear seats are tight. For that price, just get a Rav. More space and quieter.
I'm looking forward to the next redesign of the Corolla Cross [whenever that happens]. Hopefully they will address the materials, making it more quiet, giving it a larger screen, things like that. By that time I MAY be looking to purchase another car.
@@ms.b9093 Yeah, Mazda does make quality interiors. But for me, when I'm forced to get another car, design will play a huge role in it. At this point, if I had to get one, it would be the new Prius. I really like the dash design. I sat in one and felt that the quality was good enough for me.
Is the 2024 different from the 2023 CC Hybrid? My wife Bought a 2023 Leftover in February and I have to say, I hate the thing. When accelerating a good clip the engine is very utilitarian, reminds me of a 70s Pinto in noise and feel. It has no Insulation under the hood. The Seats are not very comfortable and I'm not sure who designed the cockpit cause the cupholders are down right against the console/armrest so that if you have a large fountain drink the straws hit you in the wrist. The infotainment system puts out sound quality akin to 1980s radio shack speakers.. not sure what is up with that. We have places under the hood that are void of paint, showing only light grey primer. Performance is good, fuel economy is good, but the 2017 Escape we traded for this car was much more comfortable to drive on a regular basis. We also have a 2018 Equinox that just feels so much better to drive from an ergonomics standpoint. the Stereo is so much better, the infotainment interaction much smoother and the seats have more adjustability. My wife is a Hospice nurse and needs something reliable because sometimes she is on call and responding to peoples house in rural areas at 3am, in that respect I have no doubts this will be reliable and thats why we bought it, Im sure it will run for a long time, however when shes not driving it for work it just sits and we take a 6 year old vehicle with 87K miles on it because its more comfortable and has better placed cupholder and the engine doesnt sound like its ready to pass through the firewall and land in your lap under hard acceleration.
You hate it because of...the cupholders? Really? The optional JBL sound system is excellent if you care about audio. If you can't make the 10-way power heated driver's seat work for you, I don't know what to say. As a passenger, I think the seating isn't terrific. But you won't be the driver; she will be. An Equinox is a much, much larger vehicle. Take that if you drive together. A new one will be far more expensive than this XSE.
$40,000, just went to Toyota and built one ,3K more and you can just go get a Lexus NX well-equipped. The interior is atrocious. Looks like a 2017 car.
The NA market is totally monopolized by those a few big manufactures. Look at this. Everything is cheap except for the price. If you are enough for the gas price and don't want to play with the EV toys, Toyota is the only thing to get in 2024. Customers just don't have a choice.
I have a 2.0L non hybrid. I use extreme driving style to extract the best mileage. Gentle acceleration, cruising below 100km, hyper milling etc. So far after 15000KM of driving, my overall fuel economy is 5.0L/100KM which is 47 MPG.
honestly why do you need a bigger screen I find the screen being huge very gimmicky , when that screen size will matter when we get self driving cars that we will be watching tv shows on it.
@@naveenthemachine not a fact lol it depends what people value , I think focusing on the screen probably a distraction. I use to care about a screen when I got my car and now I could care less as long as it’s a decent size like 8 inches it serves its purpose. Maybe if you have poor vision a bigger screen helps but to the average person this should not matter.
@@naveenthemachineNot necessarily true actually. It’s like saying, a brand new 11th generation Honda Civic has a small screen and smaller than competition. Well, does that make Honda Civic horrible car just by what you said?
@@joecrash1232 but the civic has a 9in screen which is bigger than average in that class and the design materials and the way it drives are what make it the best
@@naveenthemachine I’m just saying as an example. The question I want to asked, based on your statement earlier, would it be a bad car if it would to have a screen smaller than 7 or 9 inches?
The looks are ok for me. I actually prefer it over RAV4 and awesome power train. Fast for what it is. Also when Toyota made the Corolla Cross I was disappointed they didn't just electrify the CHR and add AWD. I think the CHR is much better looking. I'm a person that thinks all Mazdas look better than the Toyotas. So don't judge me on the CHR
Have the SE trim- which is the "base" trim in Canada. Was not charged any markups. Wonderful practical vehicle with incredible fuel economy. I do wish I could have gotten the hybrid drivetrain in an LE trim- Trim to trim it is cheaper than the RAV4, but an LE RAV4 hybrid is not that much more expensive... But with the way prices are moving - The upcoming redesigned RAV4 hybrid will probably only be offered in S-ish trims and be a LOT more $$$$ than the Corolla Cross... Love this car- Exciting? No But it is everything I need and more, and I can afford it! First car I have ever owned with heated steering wheel and seats- wow!
That’s what consumers demand now: tech and luxury features. It drives up the price. Nothing clearer than when we look at trucks that went from work vehicles to luxurious status symbols.
I've had mine for about 6 months and I like the size, mileage and performance. I do mostly city driving. Not crazy about the buzziness, but it is not a deal breaker, either. Yes, the interior is "meh;" I came from a fully loaded Mazda CX-5 and miss some of the amenities like the heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated wipers and HUD. I hope that Toyota put the money in the drivetrain and construction of a more reliable vehicle. Time will tell.
bought SE- did not want SLOW power lift gate or skinny 18s. arm rest wimpy and none in rear .44mpg all around, city errands sometimes 55+ mpg. Wish it had heated steering wheel as Canadian CCHV made in same factory. !?
Costs more to get the same features, much more back seat room, better and quieter ride, worse MPG, no free regular services for 2 years bigger to park in city spaces.
I would expect more for a top tier. Plastic all over the place no auto dim rear view. Screen yeah small. I'm keeping an open mind however it's only selling point vs a honda is the hybrid batt. I'm not sold on this on any level
Peoplez before buying this car think about how small the tank is... Just like an electric you will have to plan your long trips, because you will have to stop to charge really often!!! It has a tank of 9.51 gallons!!!! Really disappointed!!!!
Meanwhile, you can get a Model Y RWD (260 mi range) for $35,500 (after point of sale federal tax credit). It's bigger, quicker (0-60 mph), better features, and more efficient. No oil changes etc. Much better option for those that have charging at home or work available.
Doesn't work when the power goes out. Doesn't get the mileage when fully loaded, driving in cold weather or driving against a strong headwind.Also...can have a computer malfunction causing the car to speed up and be uncontrollable, and can burst into flame at any time, burning down your house or garage as well.
It's got great gas mileage and good features but it does look and feel cheap for sure. Great car for kids or a small family if you don't want all the bells and whistles. It just feels cheap and sounds loud but it's reliable.
I get 52 to 55 mpg with my '21 RAV4 hybrid If I stay off the freeway (retired).. Does anyone know what the corolla cross hybrid would do MPG wise in similar situations?
Your eyes should be on....the road. A big screen is useful if you are legally blind, but a lot of things can be done without the screen by saying, "Hey, Toyota?". Or ask Siri. She is usually helpful.
$4.5k more for the hybrid is pretty steep especially when the RAV4 only charges $2k more for the hybrid and it only cost $1.5k to turn the Corolla into a Hybrid.
Why just regular compact estates aren't more popular. Are the roads so bad you need more road clearance? If this just an image thing? Does your wife told you to get a SUV, even if it's just a cross-over? With a compact estate (Golf, Corolla, Mazda 3, Civic, if they made them) you get the best compromise. Boot capacity, low loading height, good room at the back, good aero, good handling, with still a reasonable footprint), and looks good too. Must be an image thing, I must be a hopeless has-been, because I can't find anything wrong with mine.
It likely isn't doing the rest of the drivetrain any favors either. Such is the life of a UA-cam car tester and factory loaner. Many of these videos should have a DON'T DO THIS A HOME warning.
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The styling is boring but I don’t think people expect that in this type of vehicle or at this price. However, as for price w/o markup its a deal. With it I think it becomes too expensive
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Happy Saturday everyone! Hope your weekend is off to a great start! The Subaru Crosstrek may be the top seller the space but the Corolla Cross Hybrid is still the only hybrid in the segment and its sales are increasing every year! We're also expecting Lexus to send over the revised 2025 UX 300h very soon, which shares a platform with this vehicle and also gets the new hybrid powertrain from the Prius that is also in this car.
Nice review and editing! Side note…. I wonder if the extra beep is cause the sunroof isn’t fully closed. My friend’s Toyota does that and we found out that the sunroof was slightly not fully closed.
Toyota finally gave us a TNGA-C vehicle with generous headroom and then forgot about our legs.
7:47 The spare tire part is wrong, sadly: Toyota stuck the high-voltage cable to the rear motor under the foam divider, so you couldn't put a spare there. (But that's better than on the RAV4, where that cable is on the outside and gets corroded in winter, and the hybrid warranty ignored!)
Well..... it's the same hybrid system as the Prius, but it's definitely about 8mpg less than the Prius simply due to the Cross's size, extra weight and height
Definitely a great Toyota hybrid vehicle, but I can’t stand all the dealers marking it up at ridiculous rates.
That is exactly one of the main reasons that I no longer drive a Toyota vehicle because of the outlandish markups for almost every single Toyota on their lot. There are a lot of other great manufacturers out there that make fantastic quality vehicles. I am so tired of corporate greed, and dealer greed.
Please do better research... not all Toyota dealers marking it up.
@@netgarnet4337 yeah none of the Toyota dealers near me do markups anymore. In fact they're going for under MSRP now depending on the model.
Wow I had no idea! Markup by how much?
Fr, this thing ain’t worth $35k let alone $40k. And anyone who buys them that price is a problem and needs their mentality studied
42 MPG and under 7 seconds, 0-60, is a pretty rare combination, for any vehicle, at any price. Starting at $33k for an SE model, with standard AWD, with more power and MPG than anything else, I think its a steal.
I got mine at MSRP and couldn’t be happier! All the dealers in my area were charging insane markups, so I ended up having to buy it in the state over from a friend of a friend who worked at Toyota.
I tested this car when car shopping for my sister. All Toyota dealerships in the state were back ordered for 1+ years and had crazy $5k markups when they did deliver. We ended up settling with the new 2024 Kona SEL for $8k less and vastly superior interior tech.
You made the right decision. I almost can‘t believe how disappointing that interior is.
Smart, cash is cash, why spend more for basically nothing
@@mfr5725honestly I'd rather pay more for the Toyota. Hyundai is nowhere near as reliable. They might have more tech but Toyota is the best when it comes to long-term reliability and uses higher quality parts to run their cars.
I am a long term hybrid owner, i love the savings. I use this as my everyday car
I always feel like all these car reviewers hate on the only cars an honest mechanic recommends. They rave about cars that will break down within 100k miles. Career longevity? 😂
I'll stick with my Toyota.
I agree ☝️
I'd go for the new 25 Camry hybrid honestly
Camry definitely a better value. Better value than the Prius for sure. The Prius is marked up by dealers everywhere!
And better mpg even though it's a lot heavier
An extra set of beeps is the rear seat reminder on newer Toyota vehicles, but I don’t think that’s what you experienced - it sounded more of a long beep. If you open a rear door (i.e. putting a child, object in the back seats), it will alert you when you attempt to lock the doors, as you did. I believe it unlocks the doors (even though I don’t think it did on your tester) and plays the beeps because you likely forgot something or someone in the back. Of course you can turn it off; it’s a feature with TSS 3.0 vehicles. Great video as always!
Excellent review as always. You talk very fast but very clear and concise. Just the way I like it. Great job
I've had the 22 L model since June 2022. 0 problems
This exact car in Europe is extremely nice. Better display, much better looking inside and out, panoramic sunroof, 19 inch rims, etc. etc. we always get shafted here stateside…🤷🏻♂️
8:50 I couldn’t tell if it was one or 4 extra beeps, but my 2023 Prius beeps 4 times after locking as a reminder that I opened the rear doors and to check the rear seats before I leave - like if I left a child or other important item in the car
I would consider this if it wasn't so noisy inside. I miss when Toyota were quiet compared to their competition.
You’ll never get the Toyota quality ever again
for this price, i would go with a lower trim venza. much nicer in every way!
@@pukas7419 but the venza is discontinued and still cramped 😂
My brother in laws new 2024 camry (base model) is really quiet and smooth. Definitely smoother than my tesla Y and 2020 prius prime. Its just all these small toyota cars have terrible sound.
@@Nightwing184 The Rav4 is terrible on road noise though.. probably just cuz it's an ancient car.
Your review of the back space is spot on. A lot of prospective buyers think this is an inexpensive alternative to the RAV4. It isn't. If you have a growing family and need second row space, this car won't work. As an aside, you will find most of the hybrids already pre-sold. The percentage sold, as you reported, is not because of demand but because of the supply constrictions at the new Mazda-Toyota plant in Alabama. Apparently, there is a shortage of skilled workers in that state. If Toyota was able to produce (or import) more of these cars, the numbers would be higher
somehow the entire world can get on with small cars except for americans who need 7000 lb trucks for personal transport
0-60 in the 6 second range is impressive for any corolla, let alone a Corolla SUV, especially since the regular version is very slow. As long as you realize you’re getting an economy car.
Crazy that, as priced, is mid 30K in price. Also crazy that this vehicle is considered "a more affordable vehicle".
If I were to get a new car, today, I'd get the Prius. Still not perfect, but preferable to this. And at the same price, a much larger center screen.
BTW, Honda REALLY needs to set it up and make an HR-V Hybrid. They'd gain many customers then.
Good review as always. I agree with you on the interior. It needs to be brightened up a bit. Definitely on the drab side.
Sofyan, Toyota makes several models on the TNGA-C platform. When we consider the Corolla sedan, Prius and Corolla Cross CUV, it may come as quite a surprise that the Cross has the shortest wheelbase of the 3. No wonder back seat legroom is so inadequate. 🤨
If you had lifted that foam piece all the way out, you would have seen that you cannot fit any spare tire there because Toyota blocked the space with hybrid wiring components.
I have read that a company called Modern Spare makes a tire that will fit if the foam is removed.
Don't know how true that is but I'll check into it. But I believe to do so the tire needs to be resting
on top of the power cable. Not sure how smart that is.
Great car for seniors; power hatch and shallow cargo space saves backs, comfortable adjustable driver's seat with good ground clearance to save hips/knees, and lots of safety features that dampen down slower reaction times.
There's nothing inherently wrong with the Corolla Cross, it just feels incredibly generic. Normal buyers will like the Toyota reliability, good usability and great MPG, but there's nothing else to write home about. Sadly at $36k, that isn't good enough.
Wrong. Everything is wrong with the corolla 😂
It’s not attractive, it’s not luxurious inside, the materials and build quality are subpar to the point where Tesla looks better, tech is dated, back seats are useless, it’s not that great to drive, it’s not practical and it’s way overpriced
The corolla cross as is the case with almost any new Toyota is dead on arrival
@@naveenthemachinedon't you dare say Tesla is better
It leaves the Honads and Subarus in the dust, that is enough :)
36k price is insane! Add around 6k and you can get a Lexus. Fully loaded Camry is 38k. Hello?
You can get a gas rav4 too
Is the Lexus a hybrid?
@@johnwetzel1048 does it matter when you spend over 40k and get an enormously larger better car?
@@00_UUYes, believe it or not but people care about gas prices
@@Plaguestray sure, I care about gas prices, so I drive an efficient car purchased for 20k brand new
Very good review. I agree about the monitor being on the small side. Toyota has no option for a larger one. Some of the interior seems cheap. Another drawback is the rear seats not folding completely flat. The Rav4 hybrid is a much better car and has more features (as well as a spare tire) but at a much greater price. However the smaller size of the CCH allows me to maneuver better in city traffic and parking lots. The extra fuel economy is also nice.
Well it might have good fuel economy and hybrid but the front end looks ugly. From the quarter panel to the rear looks better. Toyota need to work on their design for smaller vehicles
Great review. Considering between this and the crosstrek. Definitely prefer the bigger screen of the crosstrek and sportier feel but the fuel economy of this hybrid is a huge selling point for me
I did not like the boxer engine in the Crosstrek or CVT. I test drove the Crosstrek Sport and it felt jerky!
They need a plugin hybrid version of this
My wife has a 2023 XLE, and the screen size its 12". Did the change for 2024?
I went with the SE instead of the Prius AWD as egress as I age, 64, questionable, and snow depths. ALL the dealers in NW order the sunroof package 99% of time. Didn't want to wait, didn't want sunroof, wanted paddles... In 4-1/2 months, don't use paddles, use sunroof ALL the time 🥴 I ALWAYS hypermile. Get 80+MPG non highway, 56-59 highway, didn't get number for freeway 70mph... I'm single haven't had a passenger in @10 years, going to remove front passenger seat for maximum utility, still have rear seats if needed. Perfect. The XSE instruments panel would be nice, but not $3k! Everything else is useless fluff, bigger wheels cut economy.
Toyota dealerships, at least here in the USA, have helped ruin the brand. Plus, all the stupid tech-bloat in newer vehicles today have made even the best-rated brands more problematic, less reliable, & more costly to own longer-term than they were 10-20 years ago. My 2020 TNGA Toyota was the most problematic vehicle that I have owned in over 40 years & 10 different new vehicles during that time, needing towing for repair after failures/breakdowns on multiple occasions during the 2 years & 10K miles that I kept it. Between awful dealerships & my last Toyota experience, I have soured on the brand.
I bought the new 2022 platinium trim with two tone color (white & black)and have been enjoying the pleasent ride, comfort, tech & saftey features . I also enjoy the acceleration of this Suv which is more than sufficient for me. It is indeed a pleasen reliable vehicle specially in Los Angeles area with having panoramic sunroof available. The only suggestion i have is to see an increase in horsepower & torque. Looking forward to 2025 model.!
Bought mine in jet black, my favorite color! Has good power and absolutely love the interior compared to the cheaper look of the cross trek. I love the power lift gate! The exterior is awesome to me, everything is relative to each person’s taste. I don’t buy a vehicle for the screen size, which looks ugly in the Subaru compact suv. Totally disagreed either your analysis of the dash. It’s fine and my favorite color. The main thing I love is the look of the front end, which I don’t like on the other models of the cross-as opposed to the XSE. The thing I like best is that Toyota has the best reliability, resale value - had a Camery for 20 years and sold it, had a Corolla s 2005 for 15 years and sold it. Love Toyota! I was given a Honda HRV for a loaner, seemed more cheaply made and interior was not so great. I do have a Honda accord 2007 and runs well and will be selling it.
Your review is very good. Looking foreward more
I saw a xle rav 4 for 33k hybrid so I don’t think paying 35k for that is worth it
Hi thank you for this great review. Will you be doing another video for the 2025 Cross also?
I really like the overall exterior of the Corolla Cross. I always notice them when I see one on the road. My concern is that the interior is not only bland, it looks too basic & cheap which is sad. For my purposes in the city, I’m sure it’s all I need but it’s hard to get excited about buying one if I feel like I’m “settling” for this interior just for a reliable Toyota (& yes, a hybrid).
It’s hard to get excited over a toyota 😂
Looks great for my small family or daily commuter for my wife but all the Toyota in Alberta onlt have the gas version and all their other hybrid vehicles are 6 months wait if you're lucky. I was in an accident and needed a vehicle so went with the Honda HRV Sport. Great solid vehicle but obviously not a hybrid and it does not have much power at all. Gas mileage is not great either on the Civic platform but it handles like a dream, the AWD is wonderful AND I was able to actually GET ONE lol.
Good review, Subbed and watching your other vids now.
Not a fan of the big hunk of black plastic on the front. It's like the designers just got tired and gave up trying. I prefer the non-hybrid front end and wish this one had that too, as the hybrid does in other countries.
I like the concept, but I suspect most who buy these have second thoughts about the size and cargo space. Not a lot of space up front for "stuff" and the rear seats are tight. For that price, just get a Rav. More space and quieter.
Please share your review on Lexus UX 300.. eagerly waiting for the new updated version.. thanks in advance!!
I know
Put an S before the word UX and you’ll see what’s wrong with it. 😂
I wish Toyota put some under body panel to cover up the brakeline /fuel line.
This looks a lot better than the base car
A better looking 2025 model has been launched in Asia.
Hopefully, it should arrive in North America soon
I better get one now before it's $50k 😅
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Prices are crazy!!!!!!
That is not a drab dash. Is such a pretty product if you have your eyes closed completely and you’re blindfolded and you tape them shut.
I'm looking forward to the next redesign of the Corolla Cross [whenever that happens]. Hopefully they will address the materials, making it more quiet, giving it a larger screen, things like that. By that time I MAY be looking to purchase another car.
Toyota uses the cheapest interior materials for the high price. The reason I prefer Mazda!
@@ms.b9093 Yeah, Mazda does make quality interiors.
But for me, when I'm forced to get another car, design will play a huge role in it. At this point, if I had to get one, it would be the new Prius. I really like the dash design. I sat in one and felt that the quality was good enough for me.
The eCVT is a planetary gear set, not a regular CVT, I believe.
Is it direct injection only? Or does it also have port injection?
I actually really love this design, I think it looks amazing and better than the rav4.
Is the 2024 different from the 2023 CC Hybrid? My wife Bought a 2023 Leftover in February and I have to say, I hate the thing.
When accelerating a good clip the engine is very utilitarian, reminds me of a 70s Pinto in noise and feel. It has no Insulation under the hood. The Seats are not very comfortable and I'm not sure who designed the cockpit cause the cupholders are down right against the console/armrest so that if you have a large fountain drink the straws hit you in the wrist. The infotainment system puts out sound quality akin to 1980s radio shack speakers.. not sure what is up with that. We have places under the hood that are void of paint, showing only light grey primer. Performance is good, fuel economy is good, but the 2017 Escape we traded for this car was much more comfortable to drive on a regular basis. We also have a 2018 Equinox that just feels so much better to drive from an ergonomics standpoint. the Stereo is so much better, the infotainment interaction much smoother and the seats have more adjustability. My wife is a Hospice nurse and needs something reliable because sometimes she is on call and responding to peoples house in rural areas at 3am, in that respect I have no doubts this will be reliable and thats why we bought it, Im sure it will run for a long time, however when shes not driving it for work it just sits and we take a 6 year old vehicle with 87K miles on it because its more comfortable and has better placed cupholder and the engine doesnt sound like its ready to pass through the firewall and land in your lap under hard acceleration.
You hate it because of...the cupholders? Really? The optional JBL sound system is excellent if you care about audio. If you can't make the 10-way power heated driver's seat work for you, I don't know what to say. As a passenger, I think the seating isn't terrific. But you won't be the driver; she will be. An Equinox is a much, much larger vehicle. Take that if you drive together. A new one will be far more expensive than this XSE.
$40,000, just went to Toyota and built one ,3K more and you can just go get a Lexus NX well-equipped.
The interior is atrocious. Looks like a 2017 car.
18:25 false. There is an electric motor (two, in fact) in the front, and it delivers quite a bit of torque.
Nice job Sofyan & I would buy this hybrid SUV.
The NA market is totally monopolized by those a few big manufactures. Look at this. Everything is cheap except for the price. If you are enough for the gas price and don't want to play with the EV toys, Toyota is the only thing to get in 2024. Customers just don't have a choice.
Show reading of the gas there is in the tank when to fill up? Is there a menu?
I have a 2.0L non hybrid. I use extreme driving style to extract the best mileage. Gentle acceleration, cruising below 100km, hyper milling etc. So far after 15000KM of driving, my overall fuel economy is 5.0L/100KM which is 47 MPG.
What's your ground clearance? Do you have AWD? What's your cargo volume?
@@MrEnky007 FWD, totally stock car.
Actually 5.5 or 5.6 l/100 km is about 50 mpg (imperial gallon) .
@@markanthony3275 i am using US gallon.
I wish they had kept a 50 litre gas tank. Reducing it to 40 kind of defeats the range possibilities.
Extra beeps are rear seat/cargo reminder
im coming from a 07 camry hybrid. is the 'cheap' ness of the interior that much of a deal breaker?
Comparable to Mazda cx-30 at 26k.
Considering the 10k less and interest savings it will be equivalent to having 40mpg..
If Mazda made the CX30 a hybrid, they would kill it in the market!
It is nice for south Philly parking for it size. Why the black 🖤 roof I prefer white 🐻❄️ roof because it a little cooler in summer 🌞 I think
Great hatchback. (I know. We don't have 'hatchbacks' in USA.)
I’m sick of crossovers, can we get the Fit/Jazz and Yaris back with their HEV drivetrains please.
Go ahead and pay the the additional 5-10k rather than getting an HRV or Crosstrek
I'm interested in both the Cross and HRV. I don't believe the HRV is available in a hybrid version, yet.
You cannot fit a spare, there is an electrical cable that gets in the way.
Put a donut in the back seat or in the cargo area. And away you go!
@@Cathy-xi8cb Modern Spare makes a spare tire for this car.
It beeps 3x because of the rear seat reminder.
What does that mean?
honestly why do you need a bigger screen I find the screen being huge very gimmicky , when that screen size will matter when we get self driving cars that we will be watching tv shows on it.
Because if everyone else offers big screens and this one doesn’t then it’s not good. It’s just a fact
@@naveenthemachine not a fact lol it depends what people value , I think focusing on the screen probably a distraction. I use to care about a screen when I got my car and now I could care less as long as it’s a decent size like 8 inches it serves its purpose. Maybe if you have poor vision a bigger screen helps but to the average person this should not matter.
@@naveenthemachineNot necessarily true actually. It’s like saying, a brand new 11th generation Honda Civic has a small screen and smaller than competition. Well, does that make Honda Civic horrible car just by what you said?
@@joecrash1232 but the civic has a 9in screen which is bigger than average in that class and the design materials and the way it drives are what make it the best
@@naveenthemachine I’m just saying as an example. The question I want to asked, based on your statement earlier, would it be a bad car if it would to have a screen smaller than 7 or 9 inches?
The looks are ok for me. I actually prefer it over RAV4 and awesome power train. Fast for what it is.
Also when Toyota made the Corolla Cross I was disappointed they didn't just electrify the CHR and add AWD. I think the CHR is much better looking.
I'm a person that thinks all Mazdas look better than the Toyotas.
So don't judge me on the CHR
Mazdas do look generally better than Toyotas. So you are clearly sentient. Now let's talk about calling the CHR good looking. 🙈
Nothing in this class feels quality 😅, well except for the Cx-30 and HRV!
Seltos Kona are pretty good quality
Toyota is the worst though
Agree! Though the HRV is so fcking slow! Honda needs to make the HRV a hybrid ASAP!! Same with the CX30 . Needs a hybrid!
Have the SE trim- which is the "base" trim in Canada.
Was not charged any markups.
Wonderful practical vehicle with incredible fuel economy.
I do wish I could have gotten the hybrid drivetrain in an LE trim-
Trim to trim it is cheaper than the RAV4, but an LE RAV4 hybrid is not that much more expensive...
But with the way prices are moving -
The upcoming redesigned RAV4 hybrid will probably only be offered in S-ish trims and be a LOT more $$$$ than the Corolla Cross...
Love this car-
Exciting? No
But it is everything I need and more, and I can afford it!
First car I have ever owned with heated steering wheel and seats- wow!
Toyota really isn’t aiming for the everyday working man anymore the prices on their new vehicles are crazy
That’s what consumers demand now: tech and luxury features. It drives up the price. Nothing clearer than when we look at trucks that went from work vehicles to luxurious status symbols.
At 35k AND it being the top XSE trim, it should absolutely have ventilated seats. Many other cheaper cars have ventilated seats. Still a nice car tho
Hopefully Toyota increases legroom in the back seat in next gen. Current leg room is laughably bad.
Buy a RAV4 if you need more space in the back seat. It is that simple.
I do like the exterior design. Interior is typical Toyota.
I've had mine for about 6 months and I like the size, mileage and performance. I do mostly city driving. Not crazy about the buzziness, but it is not a deal breaker, either. Yes, the interior is "meh;" I came from a fully loaded Mazda CX-5 and miss some of the amenities like the heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated wipers and HUD. I hope that Toyota put the money in the drivetrain and construction of a more reliable vehicle. Time will tell.
Have you heard of any plans to build a Corolla Cross Prime?
That would be interesting.
bought SE- did not want SLOW power lift gate or skinny 18s. arm rest wimpy and none in rear .44mpg all around, city errands sometimes 55+ mpg. Wish it had heated steering wheel as Canadian CCHV made in same factory. !?
I’m confused why our Toyota cross by hybrid is 1.8 L engine you guys have the 2.0
As tested $35K+ For that price, I'd go for a Hyundai Santa Fe, Tucson or a plethora of other vehicles. Price is crazy high for what you get.
The only Corolla I'm paying over $35k for is the GR Corolla.
They shouldn't have used the word Corolla, totally different
How does this compare to Honda CRV Hybrid?
Costs more to get the same features, much more back seat room, better and quieter ride, worse MPG, no free regular services for 2 years bigger to park in city spaces.
Love this thing. But I’d have to make special drives just to try and empty the tank more than every four months.
That's the ultimate "first world problem", gotta burn the gas in my hybrid to keep it from going stale.
The Niro hybrid is a competitor to this
Yeah...niro has better reliability and best AWD system
AWD is not available on that car, in any trim level.
I would expect more for a top tier. Plastic all over the place no auto dim rear view. Screen yeah small. I'm keeping an open mind however it's only selling point vs a honda is the hybrid batt. I'm not sold on this on any level
Peoplez before buying this car think about how small the tank is... Just like an electric you will have to plan your long trips, because you will have to stop to charge really often!!! It has a tank of 9.51 gallons!!!! Really disappointed!!!!
What is the range between fill ups?
Meanwhile, you can get a Model Y RWD (260 mi range) for $35,500 (after point of sale federal tax credit). It's bigger, quicker (0-60 mph), better features, and more efficient. No oil changes etc. Much better option for those that have charging at home or work available.
....and way more reliable then toyota
@@netgarnet4337 Well, I wouldn't go that far, lol. Toyota's reliability is top notch. But EVs require less maintenance.
Doesn't work when the power goes out. Doesn't get the mileage when fully loaded, driving in cold weather or driving against a strong headwind.Also...can have a computer malfunction causing the car to speed up and be uncontrollable, and can burst into flame at any time, burning down your house or garage as well.
It's got great gas mileage and good features but it does look and feel cheap for sure. Great car for kids or a small family if you don't want all the bells and whistles. It just feels cheap and sounds loud but it's reliable.
Not a bad review …. 😊
Gotta love the haters comment. It makes Yodas sales sky rocket 😆🤣
Great little car!!
I get 52 to 55 mpg with my '21 RAV4 hybrid If I stay off the freeway (retired).. Does anyone know what the corolla cross hybrid would do MPG wise in similar situations?
Thanks for the review. The small entertainment screen is deal breaker for me! Bummer!
Your eyes should be on....the road. A big screen is useful if you are legally blind, but a lot of things can be done without the screen by saying, "Hey, Toyota?". Or ask Siri. She is usually helpful.
Which one is better, the Corolla Cross or the Crown Signia?
$4.5k more for the hybrid is pretty steep especially when the RAV4 only charges $2k more for the hybrid and it only cost $1.5k to turn the Corolla into a Hybrid.
Why just regular compact estates aren't more popular. Are the roads so bad you need more road clearance? If this just an image thing? Does your wife told you to get a SUV, even if it's just a cross-over?
With a compact estate (Golf, Corolla, Mazda 3, Civic, if they made them) you get the best compromise. Boot capacity, low loading height, good room at the back, good aero, good handling, with still a reasonable footprint), and looks good too.
Must be an image thing, I must be a hopeless has-been, because I can't find anything wrong with mine.
How does it get better mpg for city over highway?
Its a hybrid!
This should be called the RAV3
If you brake torque it, you are killing the CVT.
It likely isn't doing the rest of the drivetrain any favors either. Such is the life of a UA-cam car tester and factory loaner. Many of these videos should have a DON'T DO THIS A HOME warning.
The Toyota hybrids do not have CVTs, they have a nearly indestructible setup of two electric motor-generators and a planetary gearset.
This is a hybrid eCVT not a traditional belt pulley CVT you’d find in a Subaru.
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The styling is boring but I don’t think people expect that in this type of vehicle or at this price. However, as for price w/o markup its a deal. With it I think it becomes too expensive
Rear bumper where the muffler is at is so cheap looking. It’s a XSE but no cutout ?