@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8Actually It's not overpriced if you buy for MSRP. Some dealers are selling for over price due to the high demand and low supply.
They always have. Theyre also one of the few sensible car makers out there. Toyota said no to an EV society and instead proposed going hybrid for the foreseeable future. Government bodies are not having that of course.
I saw another video of this couple that owns the corolla cross hybrid XSE and they're are very happy with the gas mileage. The warranty that Toyota offers for the hybrids is fantastic! This is definitely my top pick for a new car. Thanks for reviewing this car again. I always enjoy your reviews Joe.
I owned a 2021 rav4 xse for 1 year and 14k miles. I had every option on it, ended up selling it for $5k more than what I paid for it. I didn't need to sell it, but when I had the opportunity to make money, of course I wasn't going to turn that down. Also, I wanted something with more engine power (the rav4 hybrid isn't bad, I just wanted more), ventilated seats (only heated in rav4 xse, have to go to limited for ventilated), better sound system (I had the jbl, which wasn't bad..I just wanted more), 360 degree camera (available now, but wasn't for 2021 at least not with an xse), and a better heated steering wheel (mine had one, but only the sides were heated- not the whole thing). I ended up ordered a 2023 xse with every option, and was told it should take 2 - 3 months to come in. After 5 months I ended up buying a 2023 santa fe limited that had all the features I wanted, but I had planned on selling it when the rav4 came in. The rav4 came in and I decided I liked the santa fe better lol. Only thing that was better on the rav4 was the fuel economy (I got 45mpg all day every day with no change to my 'agresssive' driving style) and the resale value. I test drove a corolla cross hybrid.. not much difference between it and a rav4 hybrid.
@InfluencerPodcast2023 I had it on marketplace for about two weeks with only crap offers such as "I have $1k cash and I will give you $20k more but you have to self finance it for me" 🙄. I got quotes from about 8 different local dealers all from 32k (the lowest from the dealership I bought it from) to 42k. I was getting ready to go with thr 42k one and I had two dealers who saw the marketplace ad message me (one non local but in state and one 1 state away). We discussed prices a little bit and the in state dealer ended up taking it for 44k and they came and got it and gave me a check for the difference.
I got an SE back in November to replace my old 2012 Rav4. The new Rav4 was bigger than what I needed, and this was closer in size to my old one. I've been really happy with it so far.
It would be absolutely insane if Toyota decided to make a GR Corolla Cross, gas or hybrid. I'd be 100% down to buy it, it would be like Toyota's take on a Hyundai Kona N
Toyota hybrids transmissions are called Ecvt, this type does not use the traditional belt system. Instead, an eCVT uses electric motor/ generators to control the speeds of planetary gearset components
Hey Joe! Did they add an actual SPARE TIRE for the hybrid yet?? If not, then NO SALE for a hybrid vehicle that will leave you stranded when you get a flat. That’s not worth it no matter how high your MPG’s are!!
Yes, I wonder what people do when they have a flat that can't be fixed with the silly Toyota repair kit. I guess you have to get it hauled to a tire shop, since a towtruck driver isn't going to have a spare for it either. We bought a new Corolla Hybrid Infrared last year and I had no idea there would be no spare. The spare well has a small electrical component mounted right in the middle of it (I assume it's for the rear motor), so I can't put the spare that I bought in it. That tire now takes up half the trunk space. Why couldn't they at least mount the electrical thingy somewhere else in the trunk? Sucks.
@@Fungamingrobo Yes, according to our dealer's service manager it's the same in the US: front-wheel-drive Corolla Hybrids do come with a spare. The first time I took our AWD for service, he didn't believe me when I told him it didn't have one. As I said in my earlier comment, I think it's because they mount that small rear-motor electrical component right in the middle of the spare tire well, rendering it useless.
We’ve had our Red XSE since September. The things that bother me - the cup holders. Also if you’re putting something on the rack it has minimal weight allowance. We put on aftermarket rails.
I almost bought CCH but I really disliked the basically non existent arm rest and no spare tire. The ride seemed fine and I wanted a smaller SUV. The Venza had everything thing the CCH didn’t have, but it felt too big/boat like to me.🤷🏻♀️😩😂
I just purchased the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid SE in Barcelona red! And I love it!🎉 ❤ the black accents ❤ infotainment system ❤ the comfortable seats and interior design ❤ not having to pay a fortune at the pump! And yes, I love pretzels with mustard! 🥨
I wouldn't buy a car that doesn't have a spare tire. I had a flat at 1am on the highway and called AAA. They were going to take over 90 minutes to get to me, so I just went out, pulled the spare and tossed it on myself in about 10 minutes. Best part about the RAV4 is its full-sized spare.
@@robertlane306On the other hand, nothing stopping an owner from buying their own spare tire. You just won't have a cubby hole for it and will always have to fit your cargo around it. And carry a jack.
I’m buy Corolla Cross year and half ago gas powered and for price difference between gas and hybrid I made good choice for gas powered. Nice review like always 👍🥂
I bought the 2024 cross hybrid SE and I love it. I don’t need all the fancy stuff and the gas mileage is great. I test drove Mazda,Hyundai, Subaru , and Honda, And I thought this was by far the best by far. I hardly feel the bumps on the road at all. I have a donut tire in the back. It doesn’t take up that much room. It’s great.
How are the breaks for this car? I test drove the Mazda and the breaks were so soft. I didn't like that I had to press it down practically to the floor for it to stop.
I have achieved the same MPG with a Rav4 and a Venza. Also, my experience with new versions of a model come with new problems. The later year versions typically have less problems because bug fixes have been addressed. New is not necessarily better.
My son and I have been looking at hatches and crossovers and he’s driven most of them. He finally decided on the Cross hybrid and will be ordering it today.
@@xyz-pg3zd There were a couple of things. The hybrid option at this price was a major factor (it’s got good acceleration and great mileage), but I think the most important factor is that we have a 240k mile Sienna still running strong! Also he really likes the interior’s combination of screen and knobs. The overall driving experience was very positive for him.
My lease is up on my RAV4 hybrid SE in January. I have been eyeing the cross, but there’s a few things that I’m used to with my RAV4. You cannot get a heated steering wheel on the cross and the cargo space is less than what I have on my RAV4. And the combined gas mileage is only 3 miles per gallon difference in favor of the RAV4… I think Toyota could have done better with the crosses, gas mileage… No spare tire that’s a big negative for me… However, I like the look of the XSE cross and that acidic blast color is totally awesome
No spare tire is an immediate good bye and off the list. Many other manufacturers manage to fit spare, even Toyota themselves. Design better. Being stuck with punctured sidewall at 3am on country road, with only a bottle of messy fix a flat glue is not an appealing proposition.
You can plug a sidewall with plug cord if you’re desperate. I’ve done it and drove 200 miles back home. Need an electric compressor to make that work though.
There is a company called Modern Spare that makes a spare tire for the Cross. If you remove the foam insulation the tire will fit in the back (or so I have read).
I appreciate the fact you noticed how much of a difference a black headliner makes! It's on my 'must haves' list for a new car and my family thinks i'm crazy
$5,000 buys an enormous amount of gas. I thought the $35,000 was rich. Now, it's $40,000 with that markup. Insane to spend that much on a little crossover like the Corolla Cross.
It’s all relative. My Subaru Crosstrek is so loud. I can’t stand it. I just bought one of these and it’s much better on the bumpy road and much quieter if it’s a hybrid.
Thank you for your helpful video. My first new car was a Toyota Matrix -2005 small, sedan with all the bells & whistles,: alloy wheels, sunroof, CD player, 5 speed standard. Loved that car except for two things: 1) the Standard transmission crapped out - through no fault of my own - apparently it was a failed design which cost big bucks to fix. I know how to drive a standard. And the Driver's Seat was all manual settings. Having cervical spine issues, that didn't work for me. Loved the pep, loved the room, loved the hatchback. Corolla Cross may be my next car. Looked at Honda HRV b/c I love its a three door subcompact. However, I still communte and need prompt and reliiable acceleratiion. Wish there was the size of a Toyota Matrix slightly higher with AWD and options for us old people! Never had a honda ubt the reviews of the HR-V say NO PEP. Live in NH and in my 60's but still work. Need a comfortable car, would like a compact "SUV" with all the bells and whistles. Hate the new macho grill designs on all cars. Recommendations? It is weird that it doesn't have a spare tire! Even my "tiny car" as my friend used to call it, the Matrix had a spare.
I'm in a similar boat--eventually looking to replace a standard transmission '07 Matrix that I love. Maybe Corolla Cross is as close as I can get to a "new" Matrix. But the Camry LE is around the same price....
I have a 2005 Pontiac Vibe with manual transmission that I bought new. This was a twin to the Toyota Matrix. Best car I’ve ever owned, no problems whatsoever. The manual transmission is still going strong. Cheap car but quality built. They don’t make cars like that anymore.
Thanks for the reassurance on the Corolla Cross Hybrid! It's such a pain to find the XSE's with BBL here in NJ/PA. Can you tell me whether you have noticed the sound quality difference with the BBL over stock radio? I am in my car a good portion of the day and I need my Grateful Dead channel to sound like I'm at the show.
The rav4 still comes with halogen turn signals and costs more than the Corolla cross. On this trim of the Corolla cross you get LED turn signals front and rear and costs less. That’s scratching my head
@@JudieBoBoodie Gas was just fine until the uneducated masses voted for Biden and skank Kamala.....nothing will change as long as they are in office, and everything will get worse. You will be driving a go-cart by the time they rape the country and give it away.
I went with a silver SE. Most bang for the buck. The baby poo metallic...😮 I'm on 3rd tank, first time running clear. I find the paddle shifters MUCH inferior to using the regular shifter in S. ALMOST NEVER use brakes above 6mph. 70+ MPG off highway, almost 60 there. Single, 64yo, will be removing passenger seat, maximum UTILITY, still have rear seats, haven't had passenger in @8-10 years. Getting a spare, jack, and wrench. Standard equipment on same rig in Australia 😡
It looks just a hair bit bigger than the original RAV4. Makes it a great size. Quite a bit for the $, I would think. Do you think it would be comfortable for long road trips?
I have been a Toyota lover since 1984. All my previous Toyotas were made in Japan. Recently, I put down my money for the Corolla Cross. One minor concern, the 2024 Corolla Cross is not made in Japan. Are there any significant issues that could be a concern? I live in Canada and the wait times for delivery are relatively long but then again, it is a Toyota. I loved your approach to the Corolla Cross.😃
Only zonk for me on the Corolla and CC is the inch of black plastic around the infotainment screen that makes it look 5-10 years old. Honda civic and CRV have a much better looking interior and infotainment. I saw a CC on the road and agree with you the exterior looks fantastic. Wish they had a more modern look to the screen.
Ya know...I saw that "AWD" and I thought WTH? This was my 2nd choice. I bought a 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid LX FWD for the mileage...I'm lovin' it...ba da ba ba bah
I’ve been driving a CRV for years. my kids are older, and I wanted a hybrid, so I thought how perfect it would be to get a Hybrid HRV, which isn’t offered in the states… looks like Toyota beat Honda to the punch! Can’t wait to take a look!
I would like the gloss black on the edge of the fender to better match the gloss trim on the rim. I hope that in this model, when you turn off the display screen, you don't lose the clock. Their previous models do that. I have own a 2015 Camry Hybrid with 201K miles and travel 514 miles on a tank of gas.
Joe.......we know you're at the Chicago Auto show, brother.......other channels have dropped their reviews. It's a matter of time before Raiti throws his hat into the ring 😏😏
Does the hybrid make that high frequency magnetic-y sound in ecco mode at lower speeds (20mph)? Our hybrid corolla LE dies and it’s just loud and irritating. Thanks
Living in a densly urban tropical island, priorities are fuel economy, punchy acceleration and vehicle size. Being often on the road, the Prius Compact is the best all rounder for commuters. 40mpg. Easy to park, light, has a spare tire. For family purposes, I would get the Corolla hybrid. More space than the Cross and as efficient economy wise. The SUV's are a nightmare when going trough narrow two way roads. If you want security vs heavy rains, I'd go for Hilux.
This has so many Easter eggs. It's a good looking vehicle, I like the design language. I'd be worried about acceleration. Any plans to review the 2024 Mazda 3 sedan, Joe? Thanks for all you do!
I don't know .. I don't really like the frontal design. Kinda bummed Toyota is going to discontinue Venza, but are they going to bring yaris SUV and mini 'land cruiser' to US?
It's good, but the fact it doesn't have a spare/donut kinda ruins it for me. It probably has a tire repair kit, but that's only good if you're dealing with a puncture away from the sidewallls and having kids with you if your tire can't be repaired with the repair kit isn't a good time.
Dude is fantastic car I own RAV 4 2022 after the face lift and I love this car absolutely amazing behaviour: economical and also strong enough engine. I have two boys teens and with the lady still comfortable for four family members.😊
@@Irishmanbikes I love small SUV. hopefully Toyota brings Yaris Cross or CH-R back to USA. But I doubt it. People here like big car for some reason. I don't get it.
Looking at the XSE hybrid in that Blue Crush color. Also looking at new Kona as I need a crossover that will fit inside my garage (sorry RAV4). None of the dealers around my area have any for a test drive. Earliest deliveries are March to June!!! Hope I can eventually test drive one as I will have to "lock it down" by July for an October delivery! ONLY negative I have (without a test drive) is that there's no SPARE TIRE!!!
Joe, I like your videos very much. I have one suggestion - you are rating cars in many categories but I think you are forgetting one - Practicality (user friendliness, easy to operate, efficiency, simplicity). "Simple" is not a bad word, it actually means "I don't have to make too much efforts to operate this car". Car should serve the owner and not vice versa. Nowadays car manufacturers try to load cars with so much technology which could be causing driver distraction. For example: to adjust digital controls while driving the driver has to take his/her eyes off the road. And for us, baby boomers, we have to put reading glasses on. Is this safe? In winter, can buttons be managed with gloves on? What happened to good ole analog knobs? I drive 2013 Toyota Prius Wagon, I can fit 10 ft long wood boards inside with closed trunk. I loaded a twin mattress inside with closed trunk. That's what I call a "Practical car". Not to mention, it is a hybrid (good on gas) and it uses only regular gas. Three people already approached me on parking lot if I am selling it. Why? Because Toyota stopped producing it in 2015. Another important factor - seat height above ground. This is main problem for us, older and overweight folks. Seat height too low or too high is a torture to get in or out. Perfect seat height has Subaru Outback. Toyota has only one model with good height - this one, Corolla Cross - but it is little too small. I wish Toyota starts cooperate with Subaru - installing Toyota hybrid engines into Outback. That would be car of my dreams.
I went to Toyota dealership yesterday plus other places and very confused but I wound up buying a 2021 Honda. It should have all the features when I got home. I had no manual. I was unsure of my purchase so I’m going to the bank to switch some money around and going back and watching your video, I think I’m gonna buy the Toyota Corona.
the only difference from a cross and hrv is that the hrv does have more leg space and the back seats recline, but the cross does get better mpg in the city
Joe that car is merri gold gold not green I agree with the awd badge I don’t dip my pretzel in mustard I’d be more apt to dip it in ketchup but definitely not mustard Yes Toyota was extremely smart with what they did with what they learned from the Prius I’d probably buy the Carolla cross hybrid myself as well Thank you Joe and Stephen for another great video
Thanks for this, I'm hoping to buy one. I also would like to know if seats go flat, but I have a Prius Wagon (the V) and I bet the Corolla seats go down the same. I was thinking Rav4,, but a narrow driveway and living in the city ~ I think I'll go this route.
Imagine if every company would have gone the hybrid route instead of EV? We would have dozens of top notch choices. Toyota did it right, I’d buy another Toyota in a heartbeat
Toyota owns the Hybrid Market.
Overpriced.......enough said.
@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8Actually It's not overpriced if you buy for MSRP. Some dealers are selling for over price due to the high demand and low supply.
They always have. Theyre also one of the few sensible car makers out there. Toyota said no to an EV society and instead proposed going hybrid for the foreseeable future. Government bodies are not having that of course.
@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 Can’t build enough for demand. Enough said.
No Toyota is overpriced in this market. Considering years of trouble free driving.
I saw another video of this couple that owns the corolla cross hybrid XSE and they're are very happy with the gas mileage. The warranty that Toyota offers for the hybrids is fantastic! This is definitely my top pick for a new car. Thanks for reviewing this car again. I always enjoy your reviews Joe.
Great review! Thanks for sharing your pointers.
I’ve actually not seen the Corolla Cross before! I’m quite interested into a Toyota like this
Drove behind one yesterday into work. That's why I'm here. It was cool. Want to know more.
Feeling bummed out the whole day but raitis rides cheered me up thank you Joe 🙏🏻 that’s a beautiful cross I dig it
Needed to see the rear space with the seats down. Like do they lay flat?? That's a big oversight in this video.
I was thinking the same thing. What's the cargo area like with the seats down. And they better lay flat.
You are 100 percent the best reviewer. Always goes through everything!
My favorite parts you do is spec explications and the cargo room!!
Yeah I'm going to get one. This solidifies it. Thanks for the info.
I just got mine a month ago, you will love it!
I would have,but... no spare? I'm old,don't really like having to adjust to all this new tech but-- no spare tire or temp??
I owned a 2021 rav4 xse for 1 year and 14k miles. I had every option on it, ended up selling it for $5k more than what I paid for it. I didn't need to sell it, but when I had the opportunity to make money, of course I wasn't going to turn that down. Also, I wanted something with more engine power (the rav4 hybrid isn't bad, I just wanted more), ventilated seats (only heated in rav4 xse, have to go to limited for ventilated), better sound system (I had the jbl, which wasn't bad..I just wanted more), 360 degree camera (available now, but wasn't for 2021 at least not with an xse), and a better heated steering wheel (mine had one, but only the sides were heated- not the whole thing). I ended up ordered a 2023 xse with every option, and was told it should take 2 - 3 months to come in. After 5 months I ended up buying a 2023 santa fe limited that had all the features I wanted, but I had planned on selling it when the rav4 came in. The rav4 came in and I decided I liked the santa fe better lol. Only thing that was better on the rav4 was the fuel economy (I got 45mpg all day every day with no change to my 'agresssive' driving style) and the resale value.
I test drove a corolla cross hybrid.. not much difference between it and a rav4 hybrid.
Getting the Santa FE may become your biggest regret. Several owners are crying here in my area because as we speak
ARE YOU WRITING A NOVEL? 😢
Hyundai engines explode
how did you sell it? and did you sell it to a dealer or private person?
@InfluencerPodcast2023 I had it on marketplace for about two weeks with only crap offers such as "I have $1k cash and I will give you $20k more but you have to self finance it for me" 🙄. I got quotes from about 8 different local dealers all from 32k (the lowest from the dealership I bought it from) to 42k. I was getting ready to go with thr 42k one and I had two dealers who saw the marketplace ad message me (one non local but in state and one 1 state away). We discussed prices a little bit and the in state dealer ended up taking it for 44k and they came and got it and gave me a check for the difference.
I got an SE back in November to replace my old 2012 Rav4. The new Rav4 was bigger than what I needed, and this was closer in size to my old one. I've been really happy with it so far.
It would be absolutely insane if Toyota decided to make a GR Corolla Cross, gas or hybrid. I'd be 100% down to buy it, it would be like Toyota's take on a Hyundai Kona N
I saw one in Philippines. It's called Corolla Cross GR-S.
Saw them all over Thailand. Perfect car for that market. Loved it myself.
Yes. I live in Thailand and see quite a few even in our small town.
Yep, I've seen a bunch as well. That is good because they will be coming on the market used in short order. I never buy new.
Toyota hybrids transmissions are called Ecvt, this type does not use the traditional belt system. Instead, an eCVT uses electric motor/ generators to control the speeds of planetary gearset components
And there's no actual 1st gear on the eCVT. That's only on the standard Corolla CVT.
Hey Joe!
Did they add an actual SPARE TIRE for the hybrid yet??
If not, then NO SALE for a hybrid vehicle that will leave you stranded when you get a flat. That’s not worth it no matter how high your MPG’s are!!
Yes, I wonder what people do when they have a flat that can't be fixed with the silly Toyota repair kit. I guess you have to get it hauled to a tire shop, since a towtruck driver isn't going to have a spare for it either. We bought a new Corolla Hybrid Infrared last year and I had no idea there would be no spare. The spare well has a small electrical component mounted right in the middle of it (I assume it's for the rear motor), so I can't put the spare that I bought in it. That tire now takes up half the trunk space. Why couldn't they at least mount the electrical thingy somewhere else in the trunk? Sucks.
@@rwalkenhorstsounds like you should research a vehicle before you buy it?
@@mister_dave1184 Thank you mister_condescending.
It does in EU. So FWD 2.0 Dynamic Hybrid gets you a spare tire @@rwalkenhorst
@@Fungamingrobo Yes, according to our dealer's service manager it's the same in the US: front-wheel-drive Corolla Hybrids do come with a spare. The first time I took our AWD for service, he didn't believe me when I told him it didn't have one. As I said in my earlier comment, I think it's because they mount that small rear-motor electrical component right in the middle of the spare tire well, rendering it useless.
We’ve had our Red XSE since September. The things that bother me - the cup holders. Also if you’re putting something on the rack it has minimal weight allowance. We put on aftermarket rails.
I almost bought CCH but I really disliked the basically non existent arm rest and no spare tire.
The ride seemed fine and I wanted a smaller SUV.
The Venza had everything thing the CCH didn’t have, but it felt too big/boat like to me.🤷🏻♀️😩😂
I just purchased the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid SE in Barcelona red! And I love it!🎉
❤ the black accents
❤ infotainment system
❤ the comfortable seats and interior design
❤ not having to pay a fortune at the pump!
And yes, I love pretzels with mustard! 🥨
Looking at the XSE trim as I will be leasing and should be able to get a better deal with top trim (for leasing).
@Steve_in_NJ ahhhh option to buy with toyota. your a financially smart guy!
This guy said not break the bank. The MSRP on this vehicle is around 30,000 by time you get it from the dealer it’ll be around 35 to 38,000.
American dollar has been watered down. That vehicle should not cost more than $24k.
And thats in the US... in PR its probably way over 42k easy. absolute insanity smh
@@9libertybell100% agreed, that vehicle is overpriced.
As of August 2024 dealerships in the US are still jacking up prices above MSRP. Some times by thousands of dollars.
All dealers are highway robbers.
I wouldn't buy a car that doesn't have a spare tire. I had a flat at 1am on the highway and called AAA. They were going to take over 90 minutes to get to me, so I just went out, pulled the spare and tossed it on myself in about 10 minutes. Best part about the RAV4 is its full-sized spare.
My thoughts exactly , I liked it until he said no spare tire
Thanks for commenting on this. I was considering this, but I, too, would like the safety margin from having a spare tire.
@@robertlane306On the other hand, nothing stopping an owner from buying their own spare tire. You just won't have a cubby hole for it and will always have to fit your cargo around it. And carry a jack.
cant you just buy another tire that fit the size ? so ur gona tell me u will buy a ip10 over an ip 13 just because of a power bank freebie?
Standard equipment in Australia. Pissed, got effed 8 day old, total side of tire blew perfectly uniform 😡
I pre-ordered this exact model/colour January 2023. Coming in this month🎉. Has everything I was looking for and I dig the funky colour!
14 month wait!? Really?
I’m buy Corolla Cross year and half ago gas powered and for price difference between gas and hybrid I made good choice for gas powered. Nice review like always 👍🥂
How do you like the power and driving exp with CC gas?
I bought the 2024 cross hybrid SE and I love it. I don’t need all the fancy stuff and the gas mileage is great. I test drove Mazda,Hyundai, Subaru , and Honda, And I thought this was by far the best by far. I hardly feel the bumps on the road at all. I have a donut tire in the back. It doesn’t take up that much room. It’s great.
How are the breaks for this car? I test drove the Mazda and the breaks were so soft. I didn't like that I had to press it down practically to the floor for it to stop.
I have achieved the same MPG with a Rav4 and a Venza. Also, my experience with new versions of a model come with new problems. The later year versions typically have less problems because bug fixes have been addressed. New is not necessarily better.
This is basically a reincarnation of Prius V 🚙😊
I was just thinking that!!
WAY better looking than a Prius V, though.
My son and I have been looking at hatches and crossovers and he’s driven most of them. He finally decided on the Cross hybrid and will be ordering it today.
What was the most important thing for him to choose this car?
@@xyz-pg3zd There were a couple of things. The hybrid option at this price was a major factor (it’s got good acceleration and great mileage), but I think the most important factor is that we have a 240k mile Sienna still running strong! Also he really likes the interior’s combination of screen and knobs. The overall driving experience was very positive for him.
@@rapid13 how do you like it?
@@xyz-pg3zd Don’t have it yet. We’re trying to find one that matches the colors and options my son wants.
My lease is up on my RAV4 hybrid SE in January. I have been eyeing the cross, but there’s a few things that I’m used to with my RAV4. You cannot get a heated steering wheel on the cross and the cargo space is less than what I have on my RAV4. And the combined gas mileage is only 3 miles per gallon difference in favor of the RAV4… I think Toyota could have done better with the crosses, gas mileage… No spare tire that’s a big negative for me… However, I like the look of the XSE cross and that acidic blast color is totally awesome
The silhouette looks a little like a Mazda CX50. Any connection?
Built in the same factory.
No spare tire is an immediate good bye and off the list. Many other manufacturers manage to fit spare, even Toyota themselves. Design better. Being stuck with punctured sidewall at 3am on country road, with only a bottle of messy fix a flat glue is not an appealing proposition.
😂 how stupid
You can plug a sidewall with plug cord if you’re desperate. I’ve done it and drove 200 miles back home. Need an electric compressor to make that work though.
There is a company called Modern Spare that makes a spare tire for the Cross. If you remove the foam insulation
the tire will fit in the back (or so I have read).
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍
nice pointers you shared. but did the center console adjust like the Corolla, not about calculators
I have an XLE hybrid RAV4 ... good car in the city, but struggling a bit on the freeway commute.
Actually nice looking and that color is amazing.
I appreciate the fact you noticed how much of a difference a black headliner makes! It's on my 'must haves' list for a new car and my family thinks i'm crazy
checked my local toyota dealer and this vehicle is marked up at least $5000 lol.
same here. every hybrid model is marked up $4995.
$5,000 buys an enormous amount of gas. I thought the $35,000 was rich. Now, it's $40,000 with that markup. Insane to spend that much on a little crossover like the Corolla Cross.
Yeah, they are crazy. I ended up buying a base 22' WRX for 29k, than deal with Toyota markups!
@@regiedsso you bought a used car with milies on for 5k less? You played yourself.
My dealer wanted $6k over MSRP. I said no. They caved.
Loud cabin. Too bad
Joe, is the cabin of the corolla cross quieter or is the Rav 4 quieter? I'd prefer a quieter cabin.
It’s all relative. My Subaru Crosstrek is so loud. I can’t stand it. I just bought one of these and it’s much better on the bumpy road and much quieter if it’s a hybrid.
Thank you for your helpful video. My first new car was a Toyota Matrix -2005 small, sedan with all the bells & whistles,: alloy wheels, sunroof, CD player, 5 speed standard. Loved that car except for two things: 1) the Standard transmission crapped out - through no fault of my own - apparently it was a failed design which cost big bucks to fix. I know how to drive a standard. And the Driver's Seat was all manual settings. Having cervical spine issues, that didn't work for me. Loved the pep, loved the room, loved the hatchback. Corolla Cross may be my next car. Looked at Honda HRV b/c I love its a three door subcompact. However, I still communte and need prompt and reliiable acceleratiion. Wish there was the size of a Toyota Matrix slightly higher with AWD and options for us old people! Never had a honda ubt the reviews of the HR-V say NO PEP. Live in NH and in my 60's but still work. Need a comfortable car, would like a compact "SUV" with all the bells and whistles. Hate the new macho grill designs on all cars. Recommendations?
It is weird that it doesn't have a spare tire! Even my "tiny car" as my friend used to call it, the Matrix had a spare.
I'm in a similar boat--eventually looking to replace a standard transmission '07 Matrix that I love. Maybe Corolla Cross is as close as I can get to a "new" Matrix. But the Camry LE is around the same price....
I have a 2005 Pontiac Vibe with manual transmission that I bought new. This was a twin to the Toyota Matrix. Best car I’ve ever owned, no problems whatsoever. The manual transmission is still going strong. Cheap car but quality built. They don’t make cars like that anymore.
Thanks for the reassurance on the Corolla Cross Hybrid! It's such a pain to find the XSE's with BBL here in NJ/PA. Can you tell me whether you have noticed the sound quality difference with the BBL over stock radio? I am in my car a good portion of the day and I need my Grateful Dead channel to sound like I'm at the show.
Amazing review Joe.
I like the flat black, the AWD looks good gives it a sporty look.
The rav4 still comes with halogen turn signals and costs more than the Corolla cross. On this trim of the Corolla cross you get LED turn signals front and rear and costs less. That’s scratching my head
Nice size, but the hybrid with CVT leaves me flat. How about a Corolla Cross GR with the 1.6T from the Corolla GR and a transmission with some gears?
Yes , 5 speed
I bought this same car this weekend! Same color and everything! I love it!!!! I would say the color is actually yellow chartreuse.
That is so wonderful Judie! Congrats on your new Toyota!
you will have to drive 160,000 miles for the hybrid $4,700 extra to pay for itself in gas savings, so better plan on a lot of trips babe.
@@chadhaire1711 But I'm helping to bring gas prices down for you! Supply and demand economics..., son
@@JudieBoBoodie Gas was just fine until the uneducated masses voted for Biden and skank Kamala.....nothing will change as long as they are in office, and everything will get worse. You will be driving a go-cart by the time they rape the country and give it away.
@@JudieBoBoodie thats what I thought--no reply from a Hillary voter, Biden too I bet.....LOL.
I went with a silver SE. Most bang for the buck. The baby poo metallic...😮 I'm on 3rd tank, first time running clear. I find the paddle shifters MUCH inferior to using the regular shifter in S. ALMOST NEVER use brakes above 6mph. 70+ MPG off highway, almost 60 there. Single, 64yo, will be removing passenger seat, maximum UTILITY, still have rear seats, haven't had passenger in @8-10 years. Getting a spare, jack, and wrench. Standard equipment on same rig in Australia 😡
It looks just a hair bit bigger than the original RAV4. Makes it a great size. Quite a bit for the $, I would think. Do you think it would be comfortable for long road trips?
Was almost sold until you lost me at no spare….. don’t cheap out on essential stuff!
It looks great.
Nice walk through, thanks
I have been a Toyota lover since 1984. All my previous Toyotas were made in Japan. Recently, I put down my money for the Corolla Cross. One minor concern, the 2024 Corolla Cross is not made in Japan. Are there any significant issues that could be a concern? I live in Canada and the wait times for delivery are relatively long but then again, it is a Toyota. I loved your approach to the Corolla Cross.😃
Only zonk for me on the Corolla and CC is the inch of black plastic around the infotainment screen that makes it look 5-10 years old. Honda civic and CRV have a much better looking interior and infotainment. I saw a CC on the road and agree with you the exterior looks fantastic. Wish they had a more modern look to the screen.
How does it measure up to the CR V hybrid?
Ya know...I saw that "AWD" and I thought WTH? This was my 2nd choice. I bought a 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid LX FWD for the mileage...I'm lovin' it...ba da ba ba bah
Yeah of course Joe & this and RAV4 are best.
I wish they would offer full softex seats without the cloth inserts and none of that gloss black around the cup holders and I’ll buy two!
I’ve been driving a CRV for years. my kids are older, and I wanted a hybrid, so I thought how perfect it would be to get a Hybrid HRV, which isn’t offered in the states… looks like Toyota beat Honda to the punch! Can’t wait to take a look!
This bring a lot for the money.
You're very good! Your humour is perfect! Bravo!
Thank you! That really means so much!
Joe is also a former pro race car driver. And I think what kept him going was a whole lot of twinkies.
except the joke about poping the pimple.
I would like the gloss black on the edge of the fender to better match the gloss trim on the rim.
I hope that in this model, when you turn off the display screen, you don't lose the clock. Their previous models do that.
I have own a 2015 Camry Hybrid with 201K miles and travel 514 miles on a tank of gas.
Joe.......we know you're at the Chicago Auto show, brother.......other channels have dropped their reviews. It's a matter of time before Raiti throws his hat into the ring 😏😏
They were afraid to go into Chicago, can't blame them !
@@bextar6365 lol 😆 😂
Does the hybrid make that high frequency magnetic-y sound in ecco mode at lower speeds (20mph)? Our hybrid corolla LE dies and it’s just loud and irritating. Thanks
Living in a densly urban tropical island, priorities are fuel economy, punchy acceleration and vehicle size. Being often on the road, the Prius Compact is the best all rounder for commuters. 40mpg. Easy to park, light, has a spare tire. For family purposes, I would get the Corolla hybrid. More space than the Cross and as efficient economy wise. The SUV's are a nightmare when going trough narrow two way roads. If you want security vs heavy rains, I'd go for Hilux.
Definitely would go with the Corolla over the Rav4, for all the reasons you outlined in your video - great video thanks.
I'm thinking of going with the Corolla Cross for the size and my needs
Does it have heated steering wheel?
Only in Canada
What is the lifespan on the batteries? Thanks
This has so many Easter eggs. It's a good looking vehicle, I like the design language. I'd be worried about acceleration.
Any plans to review the 2024 Mazda 3 sedan, Joe? Thanks for all you do!
Toyota still needs to bring gr sport trim here to America
I don't know .. I don't really like the frontal design.
Kinda bummed Toyota is going to discontinue Venza, but are they going to bring yaris SUV and mini 'land cruiser' to US?
Best suv for the money
Great little vehicle……….good mpg, good value for the money 👍. I agree, styling looks better than Rav4
It's good, but the fact it doesn't have a spare/donut kinda ruins it for me. It probably has a tire repair kit, but that's only good if you're dealing with a puncture away from the sidewallls and having kids with you if your tire can't be repaired with the repair kit isn't a good time.
might as well use flat black plastic because the gloss black fades fast.
I like the flat black contrast coloring!
What's with all the LED headlights, etc.? Blinding & hellish from every direction.
The Corolla Cross is good for very small kids. I want the RAV4 Hybrid when it gets a redesigned in 2025/26.
Whispers coming out of Cambridge assembly plant is late 2025 early 2026. It’s long overdue for the RAV4.
Dude is fantastic car I own RAV 4 2022 after the face lift and I love this car absolutely amazing behaviour: economical and also strong enough engine. I have two boys teens and with the lady still comfortable for four family members.😊
Corolla Cross is too big for me.
@@yourwisecousinjoe8841 Why don't you consider the Corolla sedan. Does Toyota still make the Yaris in the US?
@@Irishmanbikes I love small SUV. hopefully Toyota brings Yaris Cross or CH-R back to USA. But I doubt it. People here like big car for some reason. I don't get it.
Thoughts on the vs Subaru Impreza?
Ones a sedan and one is not
TOO much money for such a small vehicle.
Well just as I expected. Even more suvs
I was looking for an alternative to replace my Volkswagen sportwagen TDI and I think I found it.
Looking at the XSE hybrid in that Blue Crush color. Also looking at new Kona as I need a crossover that will fit inside my garage (sorry RAV4). None of the dealers around my area have any for a test drive. Earliest deliveries are March to June!!! Hope I can eventually test drive one as I will have to "lock it down" by July for an October delivery! ONLY negative I have (without a test drive) is that there's no SPARE TIRE!!!
Joe, I like your videos very much. I have one suggestion - you are rating cars in many categories but I think you are forgetting one - Practicality (user friendliness, easy to operate, efficiency, simplicity). "Simple" is not a bad word, it actually means "I don't have to make too much efforts to operate this car". Car should serve the owner and not vice versa. Nowadays car manufacturers try to load cars with so much technology which could be causing driver distraction. For example: to adjust digital controls while driving the driver has to take his/her eyes off the road. And for us, baby boomers, we have to put reading glasses on. Is this safe? In winter, can buttons be managed with gloves on? What happened to good ole analog knobs? I drive 2013 Toyota Prius Wagon, I can fit 10 ft long wood boards inside with closed trunk. I loaded a twin mattress inside with closed trunk. That's what I call a "Practical car". Not to mention, it is a hybrid (good on gas) and it uses only regular gas. Three people already approached me on parking lot if I am selling it. Why? Because Toyota stopped producing it in 2015. Another important factor - seat height above ground. This is main problem for us, older and overweight folks. Seat height too low or too high is a torture to get in or out. Perfect seat height has Subaru Outback. Toyota has only one model with good height - this one, Corolla Cross - but it is little too small. I wish Toyota starts cooperate with Subaru - installing Toyota hybrid engines into Outback. That would be car of my dreams.
Actually surprisingly nice. Would take it over Rav4.
Does it come with a refrigerator?? Thanks
I went to Toyota dealership yesterday plus other places and very confused but I wound up buying a 2021 Honda. It should have all the features when I got home. I had no manual. I was unsure of my purchase so I’m going to the bank to switch some money around and going back and watching your video, I think I’m gonna buy the Toyota Corona.
the only difference from a cross and hrv is that the hrv does have more leg space and the back seats recline, but the cross does get better mpg in the city
Great review! Really love this new car
Why is the screen flashing at bottom and seems flashing
Is there a Glove Box??
Rav4 I choose cause it's better battery in the car and corolla cross too 🙏
Joe that car is merri gold gold not green I agree with the awd badge I don’t dip my pretzel in mustard I’d be more apt to dip it in ketchup but definitely not mustard Yes Toyota was extremely smart with what they did with what they learned from the Prius I’d probably buy the Carolla cross hybrid myself as well Thank you Joe and Stephen for another great video
This sounds like a vehicle for me. Both in the efficient and financial department. But no spare tire??
Yeah no spare.
Hybrid is $4,700 extra, and will require you to drive 160,000 miles to pay for it in gas savings....how is that efficient?
Love your vids!!! At work we still have calculators cus we can't use phones on the floor 😂
What was the actual gas mileage you got on your drive?
I’m curious..
Does Toyota lease out the Toyota Corolla cross hybrid..?
Thanks
I never thought I would ever hear #drpimplepopper in a car review video. Leave it to Joe Raiti to make it happen🎤 😆
This looks to be about the size of a Seltos inside. Any thoughts ??
I like. With that kind of mileage I’ll deal with the CVT
Next episode “ is Joe a better car reviewer than Doug demuro “
"Is the 2024 Joe Raiti GT sport AWD a better subscribe than the 2023 Doug Demuro plug-in Hybrid Diesel?"
Flat/matte black is classier than shiny IMO.
What’s the Fuel Tank capacity??
for the price that is fantastic these days, well done Toyota!
Thanks for this, I'm hoping to buy one. I also would like to know if seats go flat, but I have a Prius Wagon (the V) and I bet the Corolla seats go down the same. I was thinking Rav4,, but a narrow driveway and living in the city ~ I think I'll go this route.
that has nice face....the regular toyota cross has an angry front appeal because of the shape of the grill
Imagine if every company would have gone the hybrid route instead of EV? We would have dozens of top notch choices. Toyota did it right, I’d buy another Toyota in a heartbeat
What about the hybrid in cold country where it’s parked on the street. Minus 20 isn’t unusual.
I wonder if Toyota will drop the Corolla name from the Toyota Cross SUV in the future.