A Little RAV4, A Little Highlander And A Lot Of Corolla = The 2022 Corolla Cross

The Corolla turns out to be one of the most versatile nameplates in history. It's been around forever, there have been sedans, hatches, liftbacks, coupes, and wagons. There have been boring Corollas, cute Corollas, ugly Corollas, diesel Corollas, hybrid Corollas, and sports Corollas. So why not a crossover Corolla? That's Toyota's logic to bring the Corolla nameplate into the 21st century, and I'm kind of OK with that. Although the interior is a scale model of the Corolla sedan and hatch, Toyota absolutely nailed the exterior design by mixing a little RAV and a little Highlander into this subcompact CUV.
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[@winstondeocampo699]

Great to see a review of a sensible affordable SUV compared to all these other $50,000 plus new SUV’s hitting the market.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

looks good to not a jelly bean look a like hard to see out the back no love for the Venza

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

A lot of the new luxury SUVs have horrid reliability and poor real world fuel economy.

[@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531]

💲💲🤘🏼💲💲

[@homelessmillionaire1]

Depends on your definition of "affordable" 40k is not affordable either for most buyers.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

@@homelessmillionaire1 id just look at a base model no over priced opts

[@_CarlosA]

Thank you for not only showing/focusing on the top trim. Most car videos only show off the most expensive version. Great video!

[@gerryconnolly5426]

Looks like a home run but I'm going to wait for the Hibrid version.

[@JohnCap523]

Kinda makes me wonder why at this stage they’d be even introducing a new model like this with a gas engine. Just go hybrid and plug in and get over the petrol addiction.

[@afcgeo882]

Same.

[@afcgeo882]

@@JohnCap523 There is still a battery component shortage around the world and the engine/transmission are straight from the Corolla, so readily available. Petrol prices in North America are MUCH lower than Europe too.

[@JohnCap523]

@@afcgeo882 Point taken but they didn’t decide on this last week, or even 6 months ago. There’s just a resistance to moving forward that trickles down from Ford, GM, Toyota, to the buying public. In the US, in particular….

[@TheWallygord]

Hybrid systems are amazing but you pay extra up front then face faster depreciation because many do not want a used hybrid battery vehicle.

[@MetaView7]

I am pleased to hear this is bigger than the first 2 generations of RAV4s. I am still driving the 2nd gen. It is still going strong and I don't need a new car yet, and I definitely don't want to "upgrade" to today's bloated RAV4. This Cross would just come in handy. Now please make one in hybrid prime and you will have my money.

[@sammyg4806]

Excellent review. I think a ton of these vehicles will be sold in some markets. Affordable, and reliable is what Corolla stands for, and this is a more practical version of that, which is good.

[@henrybrar]

Every other car reviewer this morning - Hey, this is new Corolla Cross. Alex - A Little RAV4.

[@adammorrone875]

The hybrid is exciting. This could potentially be a car with 8 inches of clearance, AWD, and ~45 mpg.

[@chonk1071]

Absolutely. However I'm concerned they will use the Prius drivetrain. They should at least pair the hybrid to the 2.0

[@ro0ster648]

In Asia the hybrid is paired with 1.8L and is rated at about 54mpg

[@adammorrone875]

Wow 54 is wild. That's basically a Prius. I wonder if they will do the awd hybrid though

[@markmiller3279]

@@adammorrone875 I'm sure their rating cycle is nothing like that in the US. I've seen 55 mpg in a Prius driven gently, but this is heavier and less aerodynamic. I'd expect 50 mpg in perfect circumstances, but an EPA rating in the low-to-mid 40s.

[@collinhopper7542]

@@chonk1071 Agreed, the Prius is gutless, cannot imagine that drivetrain in a vehicle with greater size and mass.

[@frederickmoller]

In Canada, Heated front seats and a Heated steering wheel is standard in the LE trim, it's much appreciated in northern Ontario!

[@calbob750]

Return of the AWD Toyota Matrix ?

[@TalismanPHX]

My thought too

[@Traysandor]

Carries the torch of the Corolla name fairly well I'd say. The driving performance is boring, but that's not why you're buying this - it's because you absolutely, positively need a daily that will go 100k+ miles before you ever have to worry about long term maintenance issues. If the money matters to you, then this vehicle is on the short list. AWD (or really good snow tires) is a must if you live in a place where winter is a thing.

[@rightlanehog3151]

AWD gets you an independent rear suspension which will be well worth the additional expense.

[@wcg66]

I suspect this will sell like hotcakes in Canada assuming the price is right. Canadians are more price sensitive since cars are usually 20% more expensive due to currency exchange. Corollas are more popular than Camrys, as are Civics vs Accords compared to the US. These CUVs are the hottest selling segment too and if the AWD add-on is reasonable, it's going to be a hit.

[@ro0ster648]

I'm from the US, and drove up to Vancouver for a week in a rental CX-5 and I was surprised how small some of the parking spaces are compared to the US, this Corolla Cross would be the perfect size as a daily grocery getter and commuter.

[@cabaneencac5168]

@Pauline Weinberger cela n'est pas gentil

[@cabaneencac5168]

Corolla wagon would be a better choice if only it was available. Awd is not an absolute necessicity ( I live north of ottawa ) and unnecessarily eats gasoline which as you say is very expensive here.

[@ShafinRehman]

Work at a Toyota dealership in Canada. Nobody has yet to come in and ask about this. The rumored hybrid probably will be rare; we can't even get a RAV4 Hybrid or other in a reasonable time anymore. Current wait times is over 6 months because Toyota isn't building much at all. Lots of cancelled orders and upset people. Honestly kinda disappointed by this. Seems really boring, and should have replaced the silly C-HR. Interior also seems like a downgrade quality wise from a Corolla.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@ShafinRehman lol silly chr and you work for a dealer,? Dude that silly car drives that you call it, is better than most Toyotas period from a suspension handling and nvh. Try again. You won't see a cross for awhile and CHR sales have gone up.

[@twilacheeseborough7567]

Disappointed you didn't show the back seat folded... this is important for many people, especially those with dogs. Flat-folding seat (or not) can be a key feature.

[@jxmar_]

supposedly Toyota said the 1.8L hybrid is too underpowered for this car.. so im expecting the 2.0L hybrid from the UX

[@aaronbehindbars]

I want to see a more detailed breakdown on pricing and specs between the LE and XLE, but I think the LE AWD will be a good value. Hopefully, Toyota gets the build and price function up on their website so I can dig in a bit deeper.

[@arevee9429]

Toyota is wise to stick with the Corolla formula. It's worked for them for decades. I personally find it a bit boring, but it obviously sells well. Hope they at least offer options for interior colors other than boring grey/black. And too bad they didn't design out that piece of the dash that protrudes into the door opening. It's a knee bash hazard. Wouldn't it be nice if Alex showed us the rear cargo area with the seats down so we could see how practical it would be as a cargo carrier? Is it flat, does the hatch shape and size allow loading of large items? Most buyers don't put people or roller bags in the rear of our cars, so we'd rather see what can fit in there from places like Home Depot, Ikea, etc. I'm sure journalists visit airports frequently and fill the rear with roller bags, but that's probably the exception.

[@alliejr]

Check out Tom Voelk. He shows a cream interior and the folded back seats. It is extremely NOT flat when folded-- huge bump up for the folded back seats.

[@edgaryzen4925]

No manual transmission option 😩 I know, I know, it is a wrong transmission for this specific car and virtually no demands as well.

[@arevee9429]

@@alliejr Thanks. I'll do that.

[@Avatar1946]

Great review, as usual. I'll wait for the hybrid.

[@alliejr]

Should have been hybrid-only from the start, like the Venza.

[@laloajuria4678]

given toyota being anti-ev you might have to wait awhile.

[@joec1774]

Just concerned about WHICH version of the hybrid it is; the 1.8L is barely enough in the Corolla, let alone this heavier version.

[@JohnCap523]

Is a Prime version planned?

[@huehuehue-x3c]

@@laloajuria4678 They aren't anti EV, they are BEV-averse. They love their PHEVs and Hybrids.

[@xz3757]

Looks like the closest thing we are going to get to a new MATRIX.

[@katietatey]

But slower :(

[@luisavina4831]

I'm anxiously waiting for this to arrive at dealerships, I'm ready to buy one 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579]

For me, either the Toyota or Honda for better reliability. I'm OK with slower acceleration, if it's to increase MPG or reliability.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

I like this Toyota Corolla Cross way more than the CHR. While I like the aesthetics of the Subaru Crosstrek the most by far, I think this will take the cake because it is more practical than the strange Honda HRV and more reliable than the value-oriented Hyundai Kona.

[@moeanthony9308]

It won't drive the same as chr. Cross is torsion beam

[@jerrytollison]

I just took delivery on my 2022 XLE AWD Corolla Cross. I wanted something with safety features and with enough room for my golf clubs in the back. This car has every safety feature I believe in existence. the car looks and is much bigger than the corolla sedan. it looks like a RAV4 from the front and similar to many other sun's from the rear. Its 8.1 inch ground clearance gives it a bigger stance and a higher seating position. Handling is extremely good especially on curves and the noise level is much lower than expected. I work for a dealer, which cut out employee discounts due to ver few cars, so I paid full price, without some of the ridiculous add ons that some of them do. $30,050. Used RAV4 AWD are going for $40k so i opted for the Cross and am very glad I did. this car should sell very well, if they can get the chips to go in them. As soon as Toyota announces the hybrid Cross my name will be first on the list.

[@pdd3]

Alex says exactly what we need to hear, and nothing more. And nothing less! He really puts other car reviewers to shame.

[@zmanvideo1]

very well said.....now if we could only get him to comment at least once in the comment section ;)

[@rzu7120]

He didn’t tell us if the hybrid system will be available with AWD, but he took time to tell us what stitching was real, and what was not. I didn’t really need to know that.

[@twystedhumour]

you mean the part that he's young, hip, and urban?

[@JustHuman8]

@@rzu7120 That's because nobody freaking knows when it will come out let alone what it will come with genius.

[@pdd3]

2:20 Noooo! We need more power than what's found on the Prius. Don't give Toyota the wrong idea!

[@Ear4]

Hallelujah a base price!!

[@flashsushi1843]

Except for the front grill design that looks kinda lame and lazy, I like the exterior design much better than the current RAV4.

[@daveincanada785]

Get ready to say goodbye to the CHR....

[@moeanthony9308]

Why? Ever look at how saturated kia and hyundai are with small suvs. Naw bro. It will stay

[@peterfernandezjr5914]

Hey, the new version of the Matrix!!!!

[@pryme2013]

Nah, that was a hatchback. This is another sleepy cute ute for people to feel sporty and active.

[@serenitynow8265]

N.America needs to bring back the Corolla wagon with manual transmission. (PLEASE & THANK YOU!!!!)

[@flat6gts]

The back seat room looks a bit small to accommodate rear facing car seats without impairing front seat comfort. That’s the beauty of the HRV and the Fit because they seem to be the only cars where you can still sit in the front seats with rear facing seats installed, as long as you are 6 feet or shorter.

[@rightlanehog3151]

You are correct.

[@thundergato84]

Too bad the Fit is discontinued in the US. I really wanted the newer Fit offered overseas.

[@cabaneencac5168]

@@thundergato84 North American offer tells you to acquire a big useless pick-up

[@thundergato84]

@@cabaneencac5168 😔

[@moeanthony9308]

That's correct.

[@saadtheman1]

I'm an absolute fan of Toyota. And I just love the fact that they are the leader of hybrid cars BUT they don't have any Hybrid Sport car, they stick with good recipes like we love. Toyota knows that Hybrids are good, but they don't want this in their sport cars because it's killing the passion of a sport car. I just admire this brand

[@gabrielrogers2971]

IM SO EXCITED, I want this car cause I had two vibes in the past and I have an 05 scion xa im so ecstatic to get this

[@GHinWI]

That’s what I was thinking too-this is basically a modern version of a Vibe/Matrix. That was a great car.

[@lr937]

Perfect car for a student, running errands, long and short trips, uber and lyft… this car gonna sell like pancakes

[@1linkbelt]

Perfect car for senior drivers

[@s0nic6999]

Just bought one yesterday. I have to wait 4 months for delivery. I am worried about the CVT, I hope that it is reliable. Only time will tell. Great little SUV and the price for AWD and the Toyota name. I am pleased :)

[@vs6462]

Do you still have the car ? How is it holding up

[@TalismanPHX]

Hey Young, Hip, and Urban!! Excellent overview! I'll personally wait for the hybrid version in the cypress green with the Two-tone interior. Is the slow-selling C-HR going to be canceled and replaced in the Toyota lineup by this CorCross??

[@markmiller3279]

Not immediately, but I'm betting it will after a year if the Corolla Cross is a hit, which it probably will be.

[@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531]

Us old people like these also! Simple, sporty, great for visiting the national parks ..😉✌🏽

[@michaelhinson424]

I would get the Corolla cross but I just got the Corolla hatchback last year!

[@payrocoin]

The hybrid is going to be the version to get for sure. If Toyota bumps the horsepower to 185 with at least a 5 mpg improvement in the hybrid then this thing is going to fly off the dealer lots. This should have been a hybrid only model from its inception, like the Venza and Sienna are.

[@markmiller3279]

It will get a lot more than a 5 mpg bump. If it's in line with other Toyota hybrids expect more like 40 mpg.

[@payrocoin]

@@markmiller3279 I am hoping for that but then I thought about what Toyota would probably do if this got better mpg than a Rav4 Hybrid or Venza. But I'm sure you are correct, it's logical. I guess Toyota would give the Corolla Cross better mpg at a huge expense to performance. Either way, I'm sure I'll be seeing this vehicle everywhere, especially the hybrid version.

[@sueellenmcgoey8708]

Agteed

[@tsizzle]

Does it come with computer chips? 😆 Nice preview Alex! 👍

[@hphillips7425]

Good video. I hope they come out with a system similar to the Prius Prime or the rav4 Prime

[@richardwrynn824]

I'm seeing a rental fleet fav, and something to satisfy the suburban moms. Add a real transmission, and a stronger engine and this crossover would shine a bit. Have to admit though while stellantis fiddles other companies are putting out products that are intriguing. If toyota brings back an S model like the old corollas I will consider it.

[@Ear4]

Great review Alex!

[@Youtuberkt]

When is the hybrid model coming out?

[@rido6503]

ric,.thanks, Sir. great review I'm considering on buying this Toyota Corolla cross L basic model 4 cilinder 2.liter 169 hp reliable good track record and safety features.and hopefuly should be good for Hwy driving. basic reliable low maintenance car.and it is the same engine as in the Corolla sedan 2021.thank again,take care,stay safe,good video 👍

[@davek9378]

Great review - I’d like to see one parked next to a RAV4 to compare size. Will this poach sales from the RAV4? Toyota claims RAV4 highway mileage up to 35 (w/ gas), so will this actually get worse mileage on the highway?

[@rightlanehog3151]

It sounds like it does get worse mpg.

[@benfuct5880]

I want a plug in hybrid version then I’ll buy

[@wrenchingfool5284]

I like the idea of smaller, more efficient CUV-like vehicles since it would be nice to get people out of the cumbersome, inefficient hearses that seem to be so popular, but I wish Toyota would put some effort into making their cars even slightly interesting. The most interesting car under the Toyota name that they actually make is the RAV4 Prime. Everything else that is even slightly interesting (really only the Supra and the GT86) that are available in the US are made by other companies. They have the ability to build interesting cars (GR Yaris anyone?) but everything available here in the US is so bland and boring. Young, hip, active people don’t want a cardboard box for their brand new car, and they definitely don’t want it to take 12 seconds to get up to basic highway speeds when they have their friends in the car.

[@baronvonjo1929]

I wonder if the sales of of this vehicle will be added to the Corolla sales. Like how the wagon and hatchback are. If so sales gonna be boomin.

[@mahdavimail]

I would definitely buy corolla cross in this segment

[@markmiller3279]

Yup. It's not a very impressive segment. The Kona is nice, but getting dated. The Kia Seltos is better, and may be the best current alternative. The lifted hatchback aspect puts me off the CrossTrek. It doesn't have the packaging advantages of a CUV, the main reason for getting one over a hatchback. We'll see whether the HR-V has been improved enough, as the old one had a feeble powertrain, weird styling, and a cheapish interior. It's only plus was the massive cargo space and clever rear seat. The Corolla Cross feels far more premium for similar money. The Kia Soul is homely and cheap-feeling, if well packaged, and the Venue is just plain cheap, without being cheap enough. The Nissan Kicks has questionable Nissan reliability, but looks like decent value as nobody would pay list for it. The Mazda CX-3 is old and cramped. The American brand options are all unimpressive. This looks like the best mainstream subcompact UV (SCUV?). The Kia Seltos gets honorable mention, and maybe the Kona because it comes in so many variants.

[@mahdavimail]

@@markmiller3279 I agree plus this toyota looks more substantial and has a normal shape that will age much better than other counterparts. Also I will trust Toyota reliability much more than the others…

[@cwjsam]

Hybrid version = the return of the Prius V

[@goldenblooms6672]

Can you do a comparison between the Corolla cross and the Honda HRV?

[@Noah-ui1iu]

And then we'll probably have a Camry Cross and who knows, maybe Toyota will revive the Avalon and make it a "Cross"smh. Seriously, how many of the same SUVs do we need. Cars are just continuing to get more boring and uninteresting with people obsessed with these tiny clunkers especially Equinox's.

[@JohnCap523]

They’re following in Ford’s idiotic path… Mustang Mach-E anyone? That EV has zero to do with the Mustang just like this has zero to do with a Corolla. Lazy marketing…

[@damilolaakanni]

Won't happen. The Highlander has always been the "Camry/Avalon Cross" since it came out in 2001. And technically, the Matrix, or first two(or three) generations of the RAV4 could be predecessors to this, depending on how you want to look at it.

[@robthoele767]

So many vehicles with all this black plastic wheel moldings, also along the bottom and front and rear bumpers. Looks OK on this Corola Cross but in a no go for me on the Mazda CX30 which has way to wide wheel moldings. Guess they save money doing this vs metal and paint which I prefer. I have a 2019 Highland and it looks good, but I do keep up with coating the plastic with UV protectant products. The CX5 looks a lot better than the CX30 but does cost more. I'm going to be helping my daughter with a car early next year and it will probably be a Corolla Cross LE or XLE or a base model Mazda CX5 which does come with a lot standard. I just caught that now all SUV/cross over Mazda's come standard with AWD. I guess to help steal sales from Subaru. My only concern Alex is this 2.0 motor enough power to deal with busy suburbia traffic??

[@KhmerVideoLive]

Nice style and design and great replacement for our favorite 2003 Matrix. Waiting Hybrid version.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Waiting for the Hybrid is a good idea but it is a shame this new Matrix dropped the fold-forward front passenger seat that made the Matrix/Vibe so useful for carrying longer cargo.

[@janw7157]

That was my favorite feature of the Matrix I had. Why don't all cars do this.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@janw7157 Yes, it was common in many vehicles in the early 2000s including my Matrix-with-a-fake-moustache Pontiac Vibe. As far as I know, only the Daewoo Buick Encore and Daewoo Chevy Trailblazer offer it now.

[@aarshon]

Very good review and detailed orientated, I think this beats hrv when it comes to style and reliability and made in USA which is nice. I would appreciate if you could add the comparison of cargo space between the Same segment cars like hrv bcz that is the one of the important deciding factor to buy the car. Thanks for the review.

[@jmer3536]

Wish there was an SE/XSE version

[@waheedali2429]

The primary things in any car that you really want to buy is reliability and safety sistem and fuel efficiency and comfort Other things are secondary

[@rightlanehog3151]

Exactly.

[@markmiller3279]

True, and that's why I expect this to be a hit.

[@2pdlpwr]

I hate the long front overhang, not proportional. Looks like Subaru had input in this design. Cut 4 inches off the front end, and make it a hybrid, and I would buy one. I think I will wait for Toyoda to make an all electric version......

[@lr937]

No turbo makes it more reliable, there is no need for one if you have a good size engine, at the end turbos are more expensive and give the same fuel economy, and to replace a turbo is very very expensive

[@armandoramos1949]

I always appreciate your very informative reviews . Thank you and have a wonderful day.

[@ComenzandoBien]

I'll be waiting the hybrid version and see if will have the benefits of the small SUV and efficiency of the Corolla/Camry hybrid 🤞

[@laurameng]

I would love to see a comparison between KIA Seltos and this…

[@markmiller3279]

Yup, me, too. The Seltos seems like the best competitor, but it doesn't seem to have sold well, and after a lot of initial enthusiasm reviewers seem to have forgotten about it. It's just a bit nicer and more modern than its Kona sibling.

[@brassrox]

I think its a bit premature to compare to the upcoming HR-V, given that the US model hasn't even debuted yet.

[@nw1018]

Give me the hybrid version or give me nothing at all!

[@rightlanehog3151]

Absolutely!

[@alf5835]

Who cares about 0 to 60? Maybe only car reviewers. It's a Corolla. I am more just interested in going decently from A to B. This should be a good reliable car, the most reliable among all the 'cross' versions of other brands.

[@kurtpenner2362]

Make it a PHEV Prime model.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

All the nothing-burger experience of driving a corolla with some extra ground clearance

[@kyqorioskygo8999]

I can buy this corolla cross with confidence since the corolla has a long history of the most reliable car in the world for decades long. I look at the mazda cx 30. I like the cross better and has more hp too.

[@davidsotelofosho]

Just double checking, I think you said the red one is an XLE but I think it’s actually the LE.

[@jrkin]

I Love this channel!

[@hang-the-93]

Something odd I noticed, there don't seem to be any comparisons to Mazda products in many of the reviews, the CX-3 or the CX-30 are pretty much direct competitors to this but they are not listed even in the size comparison.

[@jonathanchartrand3351]

The standard features are for people who can't drive. Rather the available features should be standard.

[@OldThomMerton]

Mmmmmm . . . I like the rig, the numbers are coming out as I expected, the base AWD price is a bit lower than I'd guessed . . . but that CVT will be the determining factor, driving-wise and reliability wise. The CroCross still high on my list but I'll say that I'd be happier with a standard auto trany. Thanx, Alex. Appreciate the early posting from the west coast.. Can't wait for the full video out of the Mountain Garden.

[@miraphycs7377]

if you want regular auto get the mazda cx-30. Most of the competition in this price point is CVT unless you step up into more expensive turbo models

[@OldThomMerton]

@@miraphycs7377 . . . or the Encore GX, or the DCT in the Seltos. I've driven the CX-30 and I was not impressed and that old 6A is part of the reason.

[@James-il3tq]

It's an ECVT with with planetary gears and physical first gear. They've already proven to be extremely reliable in typical Toyota fashion.

[@TodayWithDustin]

@@James-il3tq ECVT is only in the hybrids. The gas models get a traditional CVT with a fixed first gear.

[@rustynail7866]

I expected better MPG for a smaller engine than is in the RAV4. My 19 RAV AWD with 203 HP gets 32 on the road.

[@pryme2013]

Is that the EPA rating on your rav or just what you get? My EPA on my corolla is 38 and I get over 40 daily.

[@rustynail7866]

@@pryme2013 mine is 33 highway, but I guess my driving style doesn’t allow for its full potential.

[@yidingzhou5344]

At 30k, that’s Forester territory. But 27k for a Hybrid AWD will be a steal.

[@alc4117]

it looks like what the ford escape should've looked like

[@jimliu2560]

How is this better than the corolla hatchback SE or RAV4 LE?

[@Natethegreat200c]

This DOESNT include Alex, but i would really love to point this out. I can’t watch a renegade, compass, or even a old caliber review without hearing about how slow and bad the engine power is. Yet Toyota does it, and has been doing it FOR EVER yet gets the highest praise For it . Rav 4 is extremely underpowered and so is the crv. Imagine if Jeep only had the 2.4 in its Cherokee. The press would have a field day bashing it. We already hear it with renegade and compass. Nothing but a bunch of biased people with cameras and a following as far as I’m concerned.

[@Natethegreat200c]

And the quality of this headliner quality in this SUV is PISS POOR.

[@justtl5885]

Nice work. Ordering soon.

[@preese100]

Another excellent informative review!

[@samkong2741]

After hybrid will there be a “Plug-in” ?

[@JohnCap523]

Why should it be after a hybrid?

[@BTC909]

If power is a concern I'd say "wait for the Hybrid" but that may not make a difference.

[@poppicks7135]

Really like your videos but if I can offer some constructive criticism, the overuse of the word "definitely" (5x in the first minute alone) is like nails on a chalkboard since I noticed it in all your videos. Maybe I'm alone in this but just thought it was worth mentioning.

[@talldave7799]

Did Alex say it will be at dealer lots when this video is released!?! The car is NOT even on Toyota's website yet despite pricing being released by KBB! When is the realistic ship date?

[@andrewm6363]

I'd like to see a Corolla Cross Prime.

[@chetanjiva8874]

Would be nice to have an xse and se version with nicer front and sporty rear

[@WhittyPics]

Where is this made Alex? I like Toyota and Honda RELIABILITY.. My 2009 Honda CRV has been really trouble free. Toyota seems to have the best Hybrid system.

[@rjohns25]

Toyota keeps knockin it out of the PARK

[@CruiseControl1]

Put the RAV4 prime drivetrain in this thing or a GR version and then we can talk. Hey Toyota why is the back seat so small?

[@markmiller3279]

It's big enough for a six-foot man. Who you planning on putting back there?

[@CruiseControl1]

@@markmiller3279 It only has 32inches of legroom in an SUV, the Corolla Sedan has 3 more inches of legroom. Tell me why would Toyota decrease the legroom on the SUV? That is one of the worst in the segment by the way.

[@jmjj27551]

I would like to compare price, interior dimensions etc. to the 2022 Honda Civic LX hatchback.

[@tomdotard5147]

Any word on the Mazda version being made in the same plant in Alabama?

[@Vtethers1314]

yes, it's the CX-30!

[@thundergato84]

@@Vtethers1314 You probably mean the CX-50?

[@Vtethers1314]

@@thundergato84 indeed indeed, good catch

[@rojjo]

What will happen to the CH-R?

[@markmiller3279]

Nothing for now. It's still available. In the longer term it will probably be cancelled (in a year?), unless it starts selling.

[@TexasGirl1633]

Great information!

[@patriley9449]

I will buy one in 2022 if the prices are anywhere near advertised and the dealers have come back into the realm of reality with their pricing.

[@cjc2010]

I'd just buy a used CRV for the price. Buuuuut, if I had to buy within the segment I'd choose the Taos. My wife would love the Corolla Cross tho.

[@gianfrancoa]

With the CRV you have the suspicious 1.5t engine that will have low reliability because of the oil dilution issue

[@markmiller3279]

The Taos will not be anywhere near as reliable, though I agree it's cute.

[@coumarbh]

A Little RAV4 with worse highway mpg than an actual RAV4? Disappointing. Do you think the hybrid MPG will significantly better the RAV4 Hybrid mpg? Was going to wait for the hybrid on this anyways, but if it ends up with similar mpg to the RAV4 Hybrid, may just go for RAV4 Hybrid now.

[@edgaryzen4925]

Well the hybrid vehicle generally designed for city commute; not highway as far as optimizing battery life and efficiency goes. I was driving the Prius 75-90 mph on the hwy and the battery meter dropped low. It obviously warned me not to overdo it.

[@markmiller3279]

Highway gas mileage is mostly due to aerodynamics, and stubby boxes are at a disadvantage. City mileage is mostly based on weight, so the CC would have a modest advantage. Combined the result is what you'd expect - pretty similar.

[@coumarbh]

@@markmiller3279 still disappointing how Corolla Cross, which is narrower than the RAV4 with presumably lower frontal area, has worse aerodynamics than the RAV4

[@Nikki-uq3vi]

Hey Alex do you know what mph before the transmission switch over to cvt

[@SR-cm2my]

I wonder if this is smaller or bigger than the Toyota matrix.

[@jayhiggins5239]

Really liked this at first sight but VERY disappointed with combined leg room. Needs to be above the Kona. Otherwise I'll just keep my Yaris (iA)

[@markmiller3279]

Why should it have more? It and the Kona are two of the roomiest in this class, with enough space for four adults. They're both big enough. People who need more space can just buy a RAV4.

[@jayhiggins5239]

@@markmiller3279 because legroom is for more than just legs (rear facing car seats) and honestly I think a cross shopper would notice a full 5 less inches when cross shopping the HRV, Crosstrek, and Seltos. I did when I looked at the Kona vs Crosstrek.

[@flashmoj4139]

MPG should be higher in this model. A Corolla SE sedan will get minimum 40MPG...I don't know why with the same engine as the SE sedan the MPG is not higher.

[@rightlanehog3151]

The Cross is substantially heavier and far less aerodynamic than the SE Sedan so the 2.0 engine will work a lot harder. The Cross would probably get better mpg with the 2.5 from the RAV4 and Camry.

[@smallmj2886]

That's pretty crummy highway mileage. How does a Camry get 39 when this only gets 32/33?

[@GHinWI]

Wind resistance is everything

[@alanheuson7100]

Is there rear air vents?

[@izuaff04]

hope it will be available in my country