2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Powertrain: Gas- 2.0L 4-cyl (169 hp), Hybrid- 2.0L 4-cyl + 3 electric motors (196 hp)
  • Transmission: Gas- CVTi-S w/physical 1st gear, Hybrid- ECVT
  • Drivetrain: FWD or AWD (Hybrid gets e-AWD standard)
  • Fuel economy: Gas- 32 mpg FWD/30 mpg AWD combined, Hybrid- 42 mpg combined
  • Infotainment: 8” or 10.5” touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs.
  • MSRP: Gas models start at $24,635 ($33,404 as tested), Hybrid model start at $28,995 ($35,999 as tested) (+ $1,495 delivery, processing, and handling fee)

Pros

  • Excellent hybrid efficiency with improved power
  • Spacious cabin for its size
  • User-friendly infotainment with wireless smartphone integration
  • Competitive pricing
  • Impressive rough road suspension dynamics
  • Hybrid offers an impressively smooth AWD system
  • Good ground clearance

Cons

  • Gas engine feels underpowered
  • Cheap-looking and feeling interior
  • Not as fun to drive as some rivals
  • Loud cabin
  • Lots of hood flex is distracting
  • No spare tire on hybrid models
  • Steering is too light
  • Center console restricts driver's right leg

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