Starting from RM 143,000! Toyota Corolla Cross: Five-seater compact SUV

There are four models of the Toyota Corolla Cross available in the Malaysian market, all of which were released in 2023, with a price range from RM 143,000 to RM 146,000. The price difference between the four models is not significant. The purchase of this model enjoys a five-year unlimited mileage warranty policy, which is currently provided by most Toyota models.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8Hybrid Electric: RM 143,000

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8G AT: RM 130,900

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8V AT: RM 137,900

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport: RM 146,000

·Exterior

The Toyota Corolla Cross is classified as a C-class car. The length, width, height, and wheelbase of the four models are consistent, measuring in at 4450mm, 1825mm, 1620mm, and 2640mm, respectively. The total weight of the vehicle ranges from 1405kg to 1430kg. With a trunk capacity of 440L, it can meet basic transportation and load needs.

The front part of the Toyota Corolla Cross adopts a large-size intake grille design from the Toyota family, complemented by chrome-plated trim, the overall visual effect is steady and atmospheric. The split headlight design adds layers to the front face, with the upper part being LED daytime running lights, and the lower part being high and low beam headlights, which are highly recognizable.

The body part of the Toyota Corolla Cross is characterized by strong and vigorous lines that give a sense of ruggedness and durability. The floating roof design adds a sense of fashion to the vehicle and makes the side lines more smooth. The wheel arch design is quite prominent, coupled with large-size wheel hubs, it enhances the SUV temperament of the vehicle.

In the rear part, the tail light design echoes the front headlights, using LED sources, which are highly recognizable when lit. The rear surround design is simple and practical, with chrome-plated trim to enhance the vehicle's grade. The design of the rear spoiler adds a sense of movement to the vehicle and also improves the vehicle's aerodynamic performance.

·Interior

All four models of the Toyota Corolla Cross offer five seats, with an interior design that continues its serious and stable exterior style. The overall layout is mainly practical, but at the same time, it is gradually incorporating some technological elements to meet the needs of modern consumers.

In terms of the cabin, although it is positioned as a compact SUV, the interior space of the Toyota Corolla Cross is quite impressive, especially the leg and head space of the second row of seats which are very ample to meet the needs of a whole family outing. The car provides a variety of storage space, including door storage slots, console storage box, cup holders, etc., which is convenient for passengers to store their personal items. The seats offer good wrap-around, with a soft filler, making long time rides less tiring.

In terms of intelligence, the intelligence configuration of the Toyota Corolla Cross is relatively basic, but as the models are updated and upgraded, the configurations are gradually enriching, including multimedia systems, reversing images, cruise control, etc. Although the intelligence configuration is not diverse, the basic functions are all available, which can meet the daily use needs.

·Power

The top speed of the four models of Toyota Corolla Cross is between 170km/h to 185km/h. Except for the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8Hybrid Electric, which has a top speed of 170km/h, all the others are 185km/h. This might be because of the weight of the car and the engine, as this model is the heaviest at 1430kg and the engine power is the lowest at 98PS and 72KW, while the powers of the other three models are 139PS and 103KW respectively.

In terms of drive, all four models are equipped with front-wheel drive and MacPherson Independent Suspension.

·In terms of safety configuration

In terms of active safety configuration, all four models are equipped with ABS/EBD, ESC, Blind Spot Info System, and Autonomous Emergency Braking. It is worth mentioning that the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8G AT model has some castrations in safety configuration, it removes the Lane-keeping Alert and Collision Warning, while the other three models remain configured, so consumers with higher safety needs need to pay extra attention to this point.

In terms of passive safety configuration, all four models are equipped consistently, with 7 Airbags, Driver Passenger Seat Airbags, Front Passenger Seat Airbags, Front Side Airbags, Front Curtain Airbags, knee airbags, and ISOFIX.

Through the narration of the whole article, it is believed that you have a preliminary understanding of this car model. The next step is recommended for you to go to the offline store to actually feel the car model, so as to make a more direct reference opinion on the purchase.