This time, we will introduce the recommended grades of the new Corolla Cross in detail . We will provide information that will be useful for those who are having trouble understanding the catalog or those who are considering purchasing. We think that we can provide more useful information based on actual experience than other articles.
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About the new Corolla Cross
Toyota has added the new Corolla Cross to its lineup and launched it in Japan on September 14, 2021. The Corolla Cross is built on the Corolla -based TNGA platform (GA-C) , with a proven and well-established engine , the inline 4 DOHC 1.8L + motor (THS II) adopted from the 4th generation Prius , and the next-generation Toyota Safety Sense as standard on all vehicles, making it a model that overwhelms other companies.
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What grade is the new Corolla Cross?
You can choose from three grades: “S”, “G” and “Z”.
- G: Entry grade
- S: Intermediate grade
- Z: High grade
G grade features
Corolla Cross G grade
The G grade is the entry-level and least expensive.
If you choose the Corolla Cross Hybrid G grade, you can purchase it for as little as 2,760,000 yen. The exterior is equipped with Bi-Beam LED headlamps, turn lamps, clearance lamps, and 17-inch steel wheels. The interior has fabric seats and one color. However, options such as the panoramic roof, blind spot monitor, and 9-inch display audio cannot be equipped.
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Disadvantages of G grade
Personally, the biggest disadvantage of the G grade is that many rental cars and car sharing cars use the S grade , so if you see a Harrier owner in town, you can tell it’s a rental car. If you own a Corolla Cross, I recommend choosing the G grade or higher.
Features of the S grade
Corolla Cross S grade
The S grade is a mid-range model that offers great value, and if you choose the hybrid S grade, you can purchase it for as little as 2,980,000 yen. Unlike the G grade, the exterior has a Corolla Cross-like design with a front lower grille (black), frame (metallic paint), and rear lower bumper (metallic paint). In addition, it uses 17-inch aluminum wheels, and the interior has been significantly changed, with a 7.0-inch TFT color multi-information display, fabric seats, a panoramic roof, blind spot monitors, and a 9-inch display audio, among other options that can be installed on both the Z and S grades.
Z grade features
Corolla Cross Z grade
The Z grade is a high-end model, and some may find it a little pricey, but if you choose the gasoline Z grade, you can purchase it for as little as 3,250,000 yen. It’s just barely in the 3 million yen range. However, the exterior design is Z grade exclusive 18-inch aluminum wheels, Bi-Beam LED headlamps, LED sequential turn lamps, LED clearance lamps and LED daytime running lamps , so you can tell it’s a Z grade just by looking at it.
Corolla Cross Z grade
The interior is equipped with a combination of genuine leather and fabric seats and a 12.3-inch full LCD meter as standard, and you can see the difference when you ride in it. The only grade that comes standard with a power back door and an electric driver’s seat is the Z grade.
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Engine options for the new Corolla Cross
There are two engines to choose from, “Gasoline” and “Hybrid”. You can also choose the grade from “S”, “G” and “Z”. The first thing that bothers you is the choice of engine.
Toyota Corolla Cross 2024 Current Price
| grade | engine | transmission |
Drive system |
Capacity | New price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G“X” | 2.0L direct injection inline 4-cylinder engine “Dynamic Force Engine” |
Direct Shift-CVT | 2WD | Five people | 2,184,000 yen |
| G | 2WD | 2,410,000 yen | |||
| Z | 2WD | 2,900,000 yen | |||
| HYBRID G |
Inline 4-cylinder DOHC 1.8L + motor (THS II) |
Electric continuously variable transmission |
2WD | 2,760,000 yen | |
| 4WD (E-Four) |
2,969,000 yen | ||||
| HYBRID S |
2WD | 2,980,000 yen | |||
| 4WD (E-Four) |
3,189,000 yen | ||||
| HYBRID Z |
2WD | 3,250,000 yen | |||
| 4WD (E-Four) |
3,459,000 yen |
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New Corolla Cross fuel economy data
Gasoline vehicle (2WD) fuel economy in WLCT mode: 14.4km/L (12.0km/L)
Hybrid vehicle (2WD) fuel economy in WLCT mode: 26.2 m/L (22.0 km/L)
( ) is approximate actual fuel consumption *Based on the base Corolla.
| spec | Corolla Cross Hybrid |
Corolla Cross |
|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,490mm | 4,490mm |
| Overall width | 1,825mm | 1,825mm |
| Height | 1,620mm | 1,620mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640mm | 2,640mm |
| engine | Inline 4 DOHC 1.8L + motor ( series-parallel hybrid with reduction mechanism ) |
2.0L direct injection inline 4-cylinder engine “Dynamic Force Engine” |
| Maximum power | 72kW (98hp) / 5,200rpm |
125kW (170hp) / 6,600rpm |
| Maximum torque | 142Nm (14.5kgm) / 3,600rpm |
202Nm (20.6kgm) / 4,900rpm |
| Front motor maximum output |
70kW (95ps) | – |
| Front motor maximum torque |
185Nm (18.9kgfm) | – |
| Rear motor maximum output |
30kW (41ps) | – |
| Rear motor maximum torque |
84Nm (8.6kgfm) | – |
| System Output | 103kW (140ps) | – |
transmission |
Continuously variable transmission | Direct Shift-CVT |
| Minimum turning radius | 5.2m | 5.2m |
| Passenger capacity | Five people | Five people |
| WLTC mode fuel economy |
26.4km/L (2WD) 24.5km/L (4WD) |
16.6km/L |
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Until hybrids pay for themselves
This was a very difficult question to answer when considering fuel efficiency and price. When comparing both grades of “Z”, the hybrid model is 2,900,000 yen and the hybrid model is 3,250,000 yen, so the difference is 350,000 yen . In addition, the hybrid model is eligible for a tax reduction of about 30,000 yen for eco-cars, so the total difference is about 320,000 yen .
Here we will calculate the cost of gasoline, and examine how much driving is needed to make up for the gasoline bill of about 320,000 yen. In reality, we will calculate based on the actual fuel consumption listed above.
Fuel economy for gasoline vehicles (2WD) is calculated based on WLCT mode fuel economy: 14.4km/L (12.0km/L) Fuel economy for hybrid vehicles (2WD) is calculated based on WLCT mode fuel economy: 26.2m/L (22.0km/L).
When gasoline price is 170 yen per liter
- Gasoline model 10,000km=141,667 yen
- Hybrid car 10,000km＝77,273 yen
After 10,000km the difference is 64,394 yen, so after 50,000km the difference is 321,970 yen. In other words, this still doesn’t make up for the difference of 350,000 yen in the price of the car…
Even if you think you’ll probably sell your new car after about five years or drive 100,000km, choosing a hybrid car will cost you an extra 293,940 yen. Just because it’s a hybrid doesn’t mean you should choose it lightly. Furthermore, in the case of the Corolla Cross, there’s no difference in exterior design between the Corolla Cross and the hybrid, so you can’t be proud of it.
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About comfort
So far we’ve been talking about price, but this time we’d like to touch on comfort as well.
The “2.0L direct injection inline 4-cylinder engine Dynamic Force Engine + Direct Shift-CVT” model is excellent in terms of price, but not in terms of comfort. I have driven the 3rd generation Harrier and 4th generation RAV4 gasoline 2.0L models, and felt that they were very slow to start. This is because the torque is insufficient for the weight of the vehicle, and even if the Super CVT-i is improved, it will still feel slow.
On the other hand, the “Inline 4-cylinder DOHC 1.8L + Motor (THS II)” uses Toyota’s specialty hybrid system, and since the start is done only with the motor, you can feel the strength of the torque. In fact, only this hybrid engine specification is adopted in overseas models, proving that the driving performance is acceptable in overseas markets.
In addition, when using “radar cruise control,” there is a high possibility that there will be a big difference in comfort because electric control and hybrids are compatible. If you value comfort, we recommend a “hybrid car.”
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summary
In addition to the grades “S”, “G”, and “Z”, choosing between a hybrid car and a gasoline car is a very difficult decision. Gasoline cars are cheaper in terms of overall cost, but if you want a comfortable ride, you should also consider a hybrid car.
In terms of exteriors, the “Z” is superior to the “G” and “S”. The “Z” is packed with appearance and convenient features such as “front and rear chrome plating”, “LED sequential turn lamps and daytime running lights”, “rear combination lamps”, and “18-inch aluminum wheels”.
LED Daylight
LED sequential turn lamp
The interior of the “Z” is also well-equipped, with features such as “power tailgate”, “genuine leather + fabric seats” and “seat heaters” as standard equipment. In addition, it is equipped with advanced technology and safety equipment, so you can choose with confidence. If the difference is 300,000 yen for a car that costs over 3 million yen, you can’t go wrong by choosing the “Z”.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the most recommended model for the new Corolla Cross is the “Z” grade, which is equipped with many of the latest features . If you have a larger budget, we recommend choosing the “Z Hybrid” model and proceeding with the negotiations.
