Toyota has introduced a new compact crossover vehicle that is quite appealing. The 2022 Corolla Cross offers seating for five and a maximum cargo capacity of 26.5 cubic feet.
It gets great fuel economy, is pleasant to drive and, despite being compact, offers a fairly comfortable interior.
The one question that one might raise about it, though, is why? Why, if you're Toyota, are you rolling this out when you already have the RAV4 (which is probably a bit larger, but still a small-ish crossover SUV) and the C-HR, which is a sporty little crossover vehicle that also is pleasant to drive and is comfortable?
Guess Toyota figures there can never be too much of a good thing.
The Corolla Cross comes in three trim levels: L, LE and XLE.Under the hood, you'll find a standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 169 horsepower and is linked to a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive being optional.
Fuel economy checks in at an EPA-estimated 31 mpg city, 33 highway for the FWD model. The AWD model's numbers drop to 29 and 32 mpg.
And just like its sedan sibling, the Corolla Cross gives good driving dynamics, with adequate acceleration, sure handling and reliable braking. So if you like the Corolla, but want a hatchback model, problem solved.
We're not sure that this was an actual problem raised by many in the car-buying public, but regardless, here's the Corolla Cross.
Pricing starts at around $23,000 and ranges to around $29,000.
For a compact crossover that you didn't know you needed, the Corolla Cross is a fine choice.
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