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Toyota Corolla Cross

Corolla goes SUV: Europe's 2022 model pioneered Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system.1

Researched October 30, 2026 from 31 sources

Also called

  • SaviorUsed within Toyota after orders and sales quickly topped 7,000 during the 2020 Covid-19 outbreak.2

At a glance

0100200
121–196 hpPower
0510
7.6–9.3 s0–60 mph
0100200
183.5–193.1 km/hTop speed
01,0002,000
1,325–1,556 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.412131415

Engine
1.8/2.0 L inline-four; gas, flex-fuel and hybrid (1.8 HEV: 2ZR-FXE)4
Layout
Front-engine; FWD or AWD, with E-Four/AWD-i hybrids1411
Gearbox
Gas: CVT (2.0 L has a physical launch gear); hybrids: e-CVT4
Built at
Mazda Toyota, Huntsville, USA; Takaoka then Iwate, Japan; other global plants4

The story

Created for rising SUV demand, the XG10 follows 'Corolla Meets SUV' and shares GA-C with the E210 Corolla, C-HR and Lexus UX. Sized between C-HR and RAV4, it is Frontlander in China, Cross in Brunei and Corolla X SUV in Morocco.34

2021: 250 Modellistas for Thailand · Alabama builds the 2022 U.S. model20212022: Top Safety Pick+ for the 2022 model · Europe gets fifth-generation hybrid power · GR Corolla engine, hydrogen fuel20222024: Thailand gains an electronic parking brake20242025: Europe's GR SPORT drops 10 mm2025 Toyota Corolla (first generation): 1966Toyota Corolla (first generation)Toyota C-HR (first generation) (AX10/AX50): 2016–2023; China to 2025AX10/AX50Toyota Corolla Cross (XG10): 2020–presentXG10 197019801990200020102020
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones4112021
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YearWhat happened
1966Toyota Corolla (first generation)
2016–2023; China to 2025Toyota C-HR (first generation) (AX10/AX50)
2020–presentToyota Corolla Cross (XG10)
2021250 Modellistas for Thailand
2021Alabama builds the 2022 U.S. model
2022Top Safety Pick+ for the 2022 model
2022Europe gets fifth-generation hybrid power
2022GR Corolla engine, hydrogen fuel
2024Thailand gains an electronic parking brake
2025Europe's GR SPORT drops 10 mm
  1. 2021

    250 Modellistas for Thailand

    Limited to 250 Thai cars, the 1.8 Hybrid Premium and Premium Safety Modellista adds a full bodykit and two-tone 18-inch wheels.5

  2. 2021

    Alabama builds the 2022 U.S. model

    The 169 hp U.S. model arrives in October with FWD or AWD. Its CVT has a physical launch gear; AWD trades the FWD rear torsion beam for independent suspension.46

  3. 2022

    Top Safety Pick+ for the 2022 model

    Every listed crashworthiness category rates Good; adaptive XLE headlights are Good and standard headlights Acceptable.7

  4. 2022

    Europe gets fifth-generation hybrid power

    Europe introduces the fifth-generation hybrid system with a lighter lithium-ion battery; the 2.0 L AWD-i version gains an 84 Nm rear motor.1

  5. 2022

    GR Corolla engine, hydrogen fuel

    The H2 Concept fits the GR Corolla's 1.6 L turbo three with hydrogen injection and Mirai tank know-how, while retaining 5 seats.8

  6. 2024

    Thailand gains an electronic parking brake

    Thailand replaces the old grille with hexagonal openings and adds an electronic parking brake, auto hold and full stop-and-go adaptive cruise.9

  7. 2025

    Europe's GR SPORT drops 10 mm

    Europe adds GR SPORT with 19-inch wheels, suspension lowered 10 mm and a Sport Mode that raises idle speed and adds lift-off deceleration.10

Every generation

  • Toyota Corolla (first generation)
    Toyota Corolla (first generation)1966
  • Toyota C-HR (first generation)
    AX10/AX502016–2023; China to 2025
  • Toyota Corolla Cross
    XG102020–present

Power over the years

From 174 hp to 196 hp in 2 years.

050100150200 202020222024 hp 2021 · 174 hp · Brazil 2.0 flex-fuel2022 · 138 hp · Europe 1.8 hybrid2022 · 169 hp · U.S. 2.0 gas2022 · 194 hp · Europe 2.0 hybrid2023 · 196 hp · U.S. 2.0 hybrid AWD 196 hp U.S. 2.0 hybrid AWD 174 hp Brazil 2.0 flex-fuel
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YearHorsepowerModel
2021174Brazil 2.0 flex-fuel
2022138Europe 1.8 hybrid
2022169U.S. 2.0 gas
2022194Europe 2.0 hybrid
2023196U.S. 2.0 hybrid AWD

Versions

12 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • L (U.S. gasoline)

    Standard

    L (U.S. gasoline)

    2022

    169 hp
  • LE (U.S. gasoline)

    Standard

    LE (U.S. gasoline)

    2022

    169 hp
  • XLE (U.S. gasoline)

    Standard

    XLE (U.S. gasoline)

    2022

    169 hp

  • Standard

    Hybrid S (U.S.)

    2023

    196 hp
  • Hybrid SE (U.S.)

    Standard

    Hybrid SE (U.S.)

    2023

    196 hp

  • Standard

    Hybrid XSE (U.S.)

    2023

    196 hp
  • Hybrid GR Sport (Thailand)

    Performance

    Hybrid GR Sport (Thailand)

    2021

    120 hp

  • Performance

    GR-Sport (Brazil)

    174 hp

  • Performance

    GR SPORT (Europe)

    2025

  • GR Sport (Japan)

    Performance

    GR Sport (Japan)

    2025

  • Modellista edition (Thailand)

    Limited

    Modellista edition (Thailand)

    2021

    120 hp
  • H2 Concept (hydrogen prototype)

    Special

    H2 Concept (hydrogen prototype)

    2022

How to spot one

Look for

  • Flared fenders contrast with the tapering body.1
  • European launch cars have a double-trapezoid grille and slim LED headlights.1
  • European rear lamps wrap around the corners onto the tailgate.1
  • Japanese launch cars use a Corolla C badge on a distinct front end.4
  • U.S. launch cars combine black body trim with a black grille and built-in rear spoiler.6

Year by year

  1. 2023 (U.S. hybrid)

    Hybrid S, SE and XSE arrive with a beaked front lip and black trim and badges, distinct from the gasoline model's large grille.412

  2. 2024 (Thailand, non-GR)

    Hexagonal grille holes and linked headlights with sequential indicators arrive; an electronic parking brake replaces the foot pedal.9

  3. 2025 (Europe, non-GR)

    European facelift gains a honeycomb grille, finned rear lights and an embossed Corolla Cross rear emblem.10

  4. 2025 (China, Frontlander)

    Frontlander gets a body-color nose insert with a slim cooling slot; inside, a 12.9-inch screen and slimmer vents mark the redesigned cabin.419

  5. 2026 (U.S.)

    Gasoline models retain a chunky grille look; hybrids get a sleeker face inspired by Toyota's other hybrids.413

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Toyota Corolla Cross
    Corolla Cross
    Photo of a Toyota Frontlander (2025 facelift)
    Toyota Frontlander (2025 facelift)

    Toyota Frontlander (2025 facelift)

    Look for a body-color nose insert with a slim cooling opening; a 12.9-inch screen also marks the redesigned cabin of this Chinese twin.419

  • Photo of a Toyota Corolla Cross
    Corolla Cross
    Photo of a Honda HR-V (2023)
    Honda HR-V (2023)

    Honda HR-V (2023)

    The HR-V is longer and lower; a 2022 Corolla Cross stands taller, and its XLE has 18-inch wheels versus the Honda EX-L's 17s.14

  • Photo of a Toyota Corolla Cross
    Corolla Cross
    Photo of a Toyota C-HR (second generation)
    Toyota C-HR (second generation)

    Toyota C-HR (second generation)

    C-shaped headlights and a sharper, sleeker body identify the second-generation C-HR.20

Against its rivals

Prices

Value today $18.8K–$24.2K26

Price when newValue today
$0$10K$20K$30K$40K 2022202420262028 Value today: $18,752–$24,181 2022 · $22,195 · US L FWD MSRP, excludes delivery2022 · $24,545 · US LE FWD MSRP, excludes delivery2022 · $26,325 · US XLE FWD MSRP, excludes delivery2023 · $29,305 · US Hybrid S AWD base2023 · $30,625 · US Hybrid SE AWD base2023 · $32,400 · US Hybrid XSE AWD base2026 · $26,930 · US gasoline base2026 · $31,390 · US hybrid base2026 · $35,425 · US Hybrid XSE AWD base2026 · $38,469 · US Hybrid XSE AWD, as tested 2022 · $22,195 · US L FWD MSRP, 2022; excludes delivery
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YearPriceAmountDetail
2022Launch price$22,195US L FWD MSRP, 2022; excludes delivery
2022Price when new$22,195US L FWD MSRP, excludes delivery
2022Price when new$24,545US LE FWD MSRP, excludes delivery
2022Price when new$26,325US XLE FWD MSRP, excludes delivery
2023Price when new$29,305US Hybrid S AWD base
2023Price when new$30,625US Hybrid SE AWD base
2023Price when new$32,400US Hybrid XSE AWD base
2026Price when new$26,930US gasoline base
2026Price when new$31,390US hybrid base
2026Price when new$35,425US Hybrid XSE AWD base
2026Price when new$38,469US Hybrid XSE AWD, as tested
2026Value today$18,752–$24,181

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 12 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 13 stories from its legend
    • “50 million Corollas before the SUV reached Japan”
    • “Top Safety Pick+, two headlight grades”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 3 generations

  • Market

    • 4 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

See all 31 sources
  1. The all-new Corolla Cross newsroom.toyota.eu
  2. ทดลองขับ Toyota COROLLA CROSS (1.8 Hybrid & 1.8 Gasoline) : น้องบึ้งสายนุ่ม หรือ C-HR เติมฟองนม? - HeadLight Magazine headlightmag.com
  3. "Corolla Meets SUV"―Toyota Unveils Corolla Cross in Thailand, a New Compact SUV Adding Further Strength and Functionality to the Corolla Series | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Of global.toyota
  4. Toyota Corolla Cross - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  5. 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross Modellista edition in Thailand, from RM144k paultan.org
  6. Toyota Corolla Cross: All-New Body Style Adds Utility, Fun prnewswire.com
  7. 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross iihs.org
  8. Prototype Corolla Cross Hydrogen Concept Highlights Toyota’s Multi-Path Approach To Zero newsroom.toyota.eu
  9. Bangkok 2024: Toyota Corolla Cross facelift – HEV Premium, GR Sport; new front face, interior updates - paultan.org paultan.org
  10. New Corolla Cross brings refined SUV style and distinctive GR SPORT grade newsroom.toyota.eu
  11. Toyota to Launch All-New Corolla Cross in Japan | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website global.toyota
  12. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid First Drive Review: Swifter and Thriftier motortrend.com
  13. Tested: 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Is Functional but Lacks Personality caranddriver.com
  14. 2023 Honda HR-V vs. Toyota Corolla Cross Comparison Test: Cost-Effective Subcompact Crossovers motortrend.com
  15. Tested: 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Aims for Mass Appeal caranddriver.com
  16. Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport launched in Thailand – sportier looks, hybrid engine, chassis tweaks, RM155k - paultan.org paultan.org
  17. Toyota lança Corolla Cross GR-Sport e Hilux GR-S no Brasil - Auto+ TV automaistv.com.br
  18. 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport facelift launched in Japan – hybrid only; chassis upgrades; fr RM115k - paultan.org paultan.org
  19. This New Toyota SUV Looks Familiar But Its Face And Cabin Might Surprise You | Carscoops carscoops.com
  20. Toyota C-HR - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  21. Toyota Unveils New Corolla Sedans at China's Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website global.toyota
  22. Corolla Cross Design Sketches | Toyota Design | Toyota Brand | Mobility | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website global.toyota
  23. “Turning Red” Director Domee Shi Featured in New Toyota Commercial laughingplace.com
  24. Toyota Will Race a 500-HP Corolla Cross Stock Car in Brazil And It Rules thedrive.com
  25. Toyota y Matías Rossi campeones del TC2000  - Confederación Argentina de Deportes cad.org.ar
  26. Toyota Corolla Cross Resale Value and Depreciation - iSeeCars.com iseecars.com
  27. 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Yearlong Review: *Almost* Free to Maintain motortrend.com
  28. Transport Canada Recall - 2024547 - TOYOTA - Canada.ca recalls-rappels.canada.ca
  29. Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota vehicles media.toyota.ca
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  • headlightmag.com
  • global.toyota
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  • prnewswire.com
  • iihs.org
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  • caranddriver.com
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