2025 Toyota Corolla Cross SE Hybrid: The Best Hybrid Subcompact SUV?

Is the SE Hybrid the trim to buy?
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[@RobBrown-j5y]

Just bought a 0:12 2025 SE a couple weeks ago. Add ons are white paint, sun roof, mud flaps and weather mat package. MSRP just a hair under 33k. I really struggled with not being able to add heated seats and steering wheel, especially knowing the Canadian SE comes standard with both. That would have made the car optioned absolutely perfect for my taste. Having said that, I love the car. I think it drives and rides awesome. It has plenty of power. I put snow tires on it right away. I drive around town during the week, travel 100 miles each way on the highway to the White mountains on weekends and drive untreated dirt roads when I get there. The car is incredibly easy to drive, stable on the highway and sure footed in the mountains. For me it does it all. The heaters would be nice, but at least it has remote start to warm it up before driving.

[@chabbysrides]

Congrats! Glad you’re enjoying it. Thanks for tuning in and the feedback. Much appreciated 👍

[@RobBrown-j5y]

@@chabbysridesI enjoy your reviews. I also purchased a Frontier last year and watched your reviews of the white SV a few times. The reviews are very helpful in researching models and understanding available trims and packages.

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks Rob. I really appreciate your support.

[@Riley_1955]

I think when it warms up I'm going to trade my 23 Corolla hybrid LE AWD in on a new Cross hybrid .... I'm with you on the no heated seats thing .... Toyota really screwed up on that one.

[@jackfrost99]

Not a big seller in my area. The price is just too high at almost 34K. For that price, you're getting into Rav4 territory. This vehicle should have power seats, heated steering wheel and heated seats, and a better back up camera. The review was excellent as usual. Nice detailed honest review. 👍

[@chabbysrides]

Thanks Jack! Appreciate it 👍

[@Eliminator5555]

Looks ancient compared to other options on the market. I'm sure it's reliable. But Toyotas seem like relics.

[@kostantinosadamopoulos5192]

A great car for small families

[@nosretep1960]

Same '24 with SR package to get paddles, didn't want SR. Don't use paddles, use shift lever, use sunroof all the time warm months. Hyper mile always, 80+ MPG 70% EV ratio warm months, winter upper 60s MPG same EV ratio. Was hoping for mid-upper 50 MPG. Very pleased.

[@tdewis]

Thanks, in Australia there is an 18 month waiting list for one (made in japan)...ridiculous. guess i will buy a kona.

[@chabbysrides]

Wow! That’s nuts! Any sign of the new Kia Tasman in Australia?

[@caliblevins8396]

Can you do the XSE please?

[@chabbysrides]

When I find one I will.

[@verynick]

SE with JBL??? This is new to me lol

[@mahdimir]

🙏

[@markg.1130]

Why would anyone buy this when its practically the same price of a rav4 hybrid?

[@comment6864]

Isn't this the one with no spare tire?

[@PassportGroom]

Yes

[@nosretep1960]

When it warms up going to get spare kit from recycling, use foam insert for pattern on used 3/4" plywood for cover. Probably @$40.