The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross offers SUV practicality built on a platform that has long enjoyed popularity in sedan form.

A Long-Awaited Subcompact SUV

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is a subcompact SUV based on the Corolla compact sedan. With the Corolla sedan’s success, the Corolla Cross slides easily into the lineup as a somewhat known quantity with similar styling both inside and out.

“Drivers familiar with the Corolla sedan will find themselves at home inside the Corolla Cross. The dashboard layout, interior materials, and convenience features are nearly identical to the four-door model’s. However, the Corolla Cross’s larger dimensions create more room for passengers — particularly in the back seat — and additional space for cargo.” – Drew Dorian, Car and Driver

Tidy and functional, the 2023 Corolla Cross SUV has an honest and straightforward nature — you can take the car at face value. It is affordable, dependable, and a great crossover for individuals and families alike.

The exterior of the Corolla Cross is large enough to be practical inside but small enough to maneuver easily in and out of traffic, thanks to its smaller exterior dimensions. It’s five inches shorter than the RAV4 SUV and a couple of inches lower. Its smaller stature lends itself well to city driving and tight parking situations.

Driving the Corolla Cross

“Toyota introduced the Corolla Cross for model year 2022 to slice the SUV space between the smaller C-HR and the larger RAV4. Like the Corolla sedan it shares its name with, the Corolla Cross is intended to provide affordable, reliable, straightforward transportation. A new hybrid model is the major change to the Corolla Cross lineup for 2023.” – Alex Leanse, MotorTrend

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross features the same easy and solid driving demeanor found in many other Toyota vehicles. The elevated driving position allows for a better view of the road, and the ride quality is comfortable and agreeable.

The standard powertrain for the Corolla Cross is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that pairs with a continuously variable automatic transmission and front-wheel drive to deliver 169 horsepower. All-wheel drive is also available on the SUV.

New for 2023 is the addition of a hybrid powertrain, which combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and three electric motors. All-wheel drive comes standard on the hybrid and delivers a combined 194 horsepower. Toyota is a leader in hybrid technology, and that reliability and fuel efficiency can be found in the Corolla Cross’s new powertrain.

A Commitment to Safety

As part of its testament to safety, Toyota included many standard driver-assistance features on the 2023 Corolla Cross. Adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection are just a few of the features that Toyota includes across the lineup to provide peace of mind to drivers during their time in the vehicle.

Comfortable Yet Provocative

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is like finding your favourite pair of capris in a new full-length style. The Corolla sedan had so many positive attributes that by increasing its size and adding some height, Toyota has built an SUV that appeals to drivers of all types — those who want something new but also something tried and true.

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross provides just that as a subcompact SUV that pushes boundaries and lets you take on new challenges while still surrounded by the comfort, safety, and dependability you have always known.

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Please Note: The details of this article were accurate at the time it was written. Manufacturers may change the details of any vehicle’s specifications at any time without notice.