The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that injects hybrid power into Toyota’s lineup. Based on the Toyota Corolla Altis, the new crossover brings with it a higher ride height and a hybrid powertrain. The Corolla Cross is only available with a 1.8-liter hybrid power plant. This engine is then paired with an eCVT which exclusively sends power to the front wheels.
Launch
The Toyota Corolla Cross was launched in the Philippines on August 20, 2020, and was made available with two variants. Similar to the all-new crossover's launch in Thailand it can be had with a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine as well as a hybrid gasoline power plant. At launch, the Corolla Cross’ price started at P1,285,000 for the G variant topping out at P1,650,000 with the Hybrid V variant.
A few years later, Toyota Motor Philippines launched the facelifted Corolla Cross in the Philippines. The update brings with it numerous updates to the exterior and interior along with additional tech upgrades. Furthermore, Toyota has dropped the pure-internal combustion variants opting to go for a pure hybrid lineup.
The Corolla Cross is only available with an eCVT. The Corolla Cross also comes standard with three driving modes (ECO, SPORT, and EV) which all help maximize what its powertrain can do in terms of fuel economy, performance, and just running on its battery system.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
The Corolla Cross shares the same TNGA platform as its sedan counterpart the Toyota Corolla Altis. The chassis are the same as they share the same hybrid engine as well as the same suspension components. However, it is important to note that the Corolla Cross's suspension has been tuned differently from its sedan stablemate to handle the extra weight of the vehicle.
The entire Corolla Cross line is powered by a 1.8-liter hybrid powertrain. It is important to note that the 1.8-liter motor in the hybrid system on its own produces 98 hp and 142 Nm of torque. With the electric motor and the gasoline-fed engine working together, the total output of the Corolla Cross is 120 hp and 142 Nm of torque. Power is sent to an eCVT built specifically for its hybrid powertrain delivering power to the front wheels.
The suspension comes in the form of MacPherson Struts at the front and a torsion beam at the rear. Braking performance comes from Ventilated discs at the front while the rear only gets solid discs. This provides the vehicle with more than enough braking power along with a comfortable ride.
The driving performance of the Corolla Cross is similar to the Corolla Altis. The engine is smooth, but if you opt for the Hybrid variant, you can expect a marginally smoother ride and a quiet powertrain. Because it is a crossover with a unibody chassis, the Corolla Cross gets a good amount of ground clearance which allows it to clear bumps and potholes easier. The usual tradeoff is that a taller vehicle will tend to roll, but the Corolla Cross does well to manage its weight, remaining planted even while cornering.
NVH insulation is superb in the Corolla Cross, which is further emphasized by the quietness of its engine. Wind noise and road noise are imperceptible, as is the engine while driving in the city with EV mod engaged.
Technology Features
The Toyota Corolla Cross comes with a host of features that make it worth the purchase in the Philippines. Its hybrid variant comes with a large 10-inch infotainment system that now comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities as standard. This lets the user easily sync up their phones to the vehicle to better utilize their smartphones without having to look away from the road.
The vehicle also comes with Toyota's Safety Sense system which gives the vehicle access to features such as a pre-collision system, adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, lane departure alter, lane keep assist, automatic high beam, and other features that help make the vehicle safer.
Exclusive to the GR-S variant is a new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Meanwhile, the V version comes with a seven-inch multi-info display paired with analog gauges while the G offering gets a 4.2-inch multi-info screen with conventional gauges.
Exterior
The 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross in the Philippines can be had with Bi-Beam LEDs for the Hybrid variant and Halogen projectors for the 1.8 G variant. Daytime running lights are present in both variants, however, the V gets LEDs while the G gets halogen bulbs instead. Moving on to the rear of the crossover both variants come standard with LED taillights that come with a line guide and bulbs as well. Both variants get power-adjustable rearview mirrors with the V variant getting also getting reverse camera functionality.
Added to the 2024 facelift, the Corolla Cross’s front fascia has been radically redesigned. Gone are the black colored grille and in comes a body-colored honeycomb grille that is integrated with the entire front bumper. This gives it a much more futuristic look especially with the entire lineup now being hybrid only. Furthermore, the windshield wipers for the V trim come with rain-sensing capabilities while the G variant gets intermittent and time adjustability. Frame molding is standard with the crossover, however, the V variant gets Black accents and chrome while the G variant only gets the black plastic cladding.
Higher up the ladder, the range-topping GR-S variant gets a different and more aggressive exterior altogether. It doesn’t get the body-colored grille like the G and V variants but it does get a sporty and more angular front end. Plus, it gets a two-tone body scheme and large two-tone wheels with a machine finish giving it the trademark GR-S look.
Interior
The Corolla Cross comes with a black-themed interior that is accented by a gray headliner. The available seat material is cloth for the G variant and leather for the V hybrid model. Since it is based on the Toyota Corolla Altis the dashboard layout is the same. The range-topping model comes with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, the V variant gets a seven-inch cluster while the entry-level G model gets a 4.5-inch display instead which is flanked by analog gauges.
Safety
In terms of safety, the Toyota Corolla Cross comes with seven SRS airbags as standard along with ABS with EBD, vehicle stability control, traction control, hill start assist, brake assist, and three-point seatbelts for all occupants. The G variant comes with two rear sonar clearance sensors, while the V variant gets two at the front and four at the rear.
The Toyota Corolla crossover was able to score a five-star rating on the ASEAN NCAP. The crossover was able to score well when it came to adult occupant protection coming in with 33.01 points. The Corolla Cross also did well when it comes to child occupant protection with a score of 44.35. When it came to safety assist features the crossover also performed excellently coming in with a score of 14.50 All in all the Toyota Cross was able to get a score of 87.46/100. With this score and with the minimum criteria to get a 5-star rating at 80 points the Corolla Cross passed with flying colors.
Overall Score
88.61
Tested Variant: Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 V Hybrid CVT
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Great service! I’m happy and satisfied with my experience both with my Corolla Cross car and the dealership in Laguna where I got my the unit as well as Bacoor CASA where I have it serviced.
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Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 V Hybrid CVT
Toyota, Santa Rosa Laguna
· Service Score 90%
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Anonymous · Jul 17, 2022
Great service! I’m happy and satisfied with my experience both with my Corolla Cross car and the dealership in Laguna where I got my the unit as well as Bacoor CASA where I have it serviced.
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Does the Corolla Cross come with all-wheel-drive?
In the Philippines and in other countries, the Corolla Cross only comes with a front-engined-front-wheel-drive layout which helps maximize cabin space as well as minimize weight.
Where is the Corolla Cross produced?
Toyota Motor Philippines sources its Corolla Cross units from the brand's factory in Thailand.
Does the Toyota Corolla Cross come with a diesel engine option in the Philippines?
Toyota Motor Philippines only offers its compact crossover with either a gasoline engine or a hybrid powertrain.
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Tested Variant: Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 V Hybrid CVT
