2022 Toyota Corolla Cross

Overview

With its lovable pug-canine styling, the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross seems equipped to tackle mini-SUVs withinside the fierce American crossover income war. A 169-hp four-cylinder lies beneath neath the hood and may be mated to both a front- or all-wheel-pressure setup; a hybrid powertrain will be part of the lineup for the 2023 model. The Corolla Cross slots into the Toyota SUV lineup among the smaller C-HR and the bigger RAV4, which places it in a acquainted in-among class with opponents consisting of the Kia Seltos, the Jeep Compass, and the Nissan Rogue Sport. The indoors borrows closely from the Corolla and Corolla Hatchback models, however with barely extra shipment space, and glaringly the Cross gives a taller riding position.

What's New for 2022?

Although it wears the acquainted Corolla name, the Cross's SUV form and taller ride-top makes it greater than an average compact hatchback. A hybrid powertrain, which might also additionally probable encompass an all-wheel pressure option, will be a part of the Corolla Cross lineup for 2023.

We do not often endorse the top-spec trim, however, the XLE version is the only one that gives the gadget that many SUV shoppers are searching for, such as a 10-manner power-adjustable driver's seat, dual-quarter automated weather control, heated the front seats, blind-spot monitoring, the front, and rear parking sensors, and good-looking 18-inch aluminum wheels. Front-wheel force is general however all-wheel force is to be had for people who want it for an additional $1300.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

All Corolla Cross fashions will include a 169-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a constantly variable computerized transmission; front-wheel pressure is standard, however, all-wheel pressure is to be had as an alternative. During our preliminary check pressure, we complained that acceleration become lazy and that the engine sounded buzzy, in particular at excessive revs. At our check track, our all-wheel pressure check automobile introduced a slothful 9.2-2nd zero-to-60-mph time. When the hybrid powertrain will become an alternative in 2023, we are hoping for a chunk greater electricity and loads greater refinement. The Corolla Cross's experience is pleasing though, so shoppers searching for consolation could be satisfied.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The EPA estimates that the front-wheel pressure Corolla Cross is right for 31 mpg town and 33 mpg toll road; going with an all-wheel pressure version drops the figures to 29 and 32 respectively. On our 75-mph toll road gas-economic system test, the Corolla Cross overlooked its toll road gas economic system score barely and brought 30 mpg.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Drivers acquainted with the Corolla sedan will locate themselves properly at domestic in the Corolla Cross. The dashboard layout, indoor materials, and comfort functions are almost equal to the four-door version. However, the Corolla Cross's large dimensions create extra room for passengers–specifically withinside the again seat–and further area for cargo. Lower trims are a long way extra basic, however, the XLE version comes with nice-searching faux-leather-based upholstery, heated the front seats, a leather-based-wrapped shift knob, and a flip-down middle armrest for rear-seat passengers.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

With the Corolla Cross, Toyota will keep its modern-day fashion of standardizing driver-help functions via way of means of providing a set of structures on all trims that consist of adaptive cruise control, computerized emergency braking, and lane-departure warning. For greater facts approximately the Corolla Cross's crash-take a look at results, go to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key protection functions will possibly include:

• Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Standard lane-departure warning
• Standard adaptive cruise control