Hyundai Kona rival..Toyota Corolla Cross Unveils New Model
May 16, 2025
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Toyota Corolla Cross, one of the competing models in the fierce small SUV market, has unveiled its facelift model. The Corolla Cross comes in two powertrains: gasoline and hybrid.
The hybrid applied a grille style with a Thai version of the body color. As a design technique applied to the domestic standard Grand Corleos, many vehicles have recently applied this style of grill.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross underwent a facelift for the U.S. and Canadian markets. The hybrid model has a new bumper, and the gasoline model has a new grill. The crossover's interior boasts a 10.5-inch touchscreen and an improved center console.
Toyota's compact Corolla Cross will also be introduced in the North American market.The change is subtle, but it contains some welcome upgrades.From the hybrid model to the front bumper, the new design was applied and the same honeycomb pattern grille as the body color was fitted.
This is a reflection of the Thai specification model facelift style released last year. It has a similar design to the European specification Corolla Cross.It is expected to be reflected in the Japanese model in the next few months. The Corolla Cross with a gasoline engine has been given a minor update.
The style of the grill has changed, making the front more solid, but the body structure has not changed significantly.Toyota has added an 18-inch alloy wheel option. It offers a dark gray finish for the XLE trim and a gloss black finish for the XSE trim.In addition, a new cavalier blue exterior color can be added to create a two-tone look with a jet black loop.
Unfortunately, U.S. consumers will not be able to purchase Corolla Cross GR sports trims with more aggressive designs unveiled to the European market.The GR Sports trim has a gaju racing body kit and a sleeker chassis configuration. Unfortunately, no additional output is provided.
The biggest change indoors is the application of a 10.5-inch touch screen for the infotainment system.The XLE and XSE trim are basic specifications. LE and SE trim are available as an option.This new display is significantly upgraded compared to the previous model's 8-inch display, giving it a more modern look.
The 10.5-inch display comes with a 7-inch or 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, depending on the trim. The center console has been redesigned with a cleaner design and improved storage space.Up to four USB-C ports, wireless charging, and a nine-speaker JBL premium audio system can be selected depending on the trim level.
In terms of safety, the Corolla Cross is equipped with nine airbags and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) as standard. The power train is the same. It inherited the gasoline and hybrid powertrain options of the existing Corolla Cross. There is no numerical change.
The gasoline model is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 169 horsepower (126 kW/171 PS).Combined with the CVT transmission, it is provided as either front-wheel or four-wheel drive.The hybrid version boasts a combined output of 194 horsepower (145 kW/197 PS), with sport-tuned suspension and all-wheel drive as standard.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross will be assembled at a Toyota plant in Alabama, U.S.A.The price will be announced at the end of this year when it is released.
The domestic small SUV market is shrinking due to the absence of new cars. Toyota Korea is selling the mid-sized SUV Raab 4, but there are no plans to launch the Corolla Cross in Korea. This is because Kia Seltos and Hyundai Kona dominate the market at reasonable prices.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
