The Toyota Corolla Cross is invading the ASEAN market since its launch in the Thailand market. Following its launch, Toyota’s five-seater crossover is now available in Vietnam and it is set to arrive in Indonesia as well as in the Philippines.
However, the Corolla Cross that debuted in Vietnam looks a bit different from the one we saw in Thailand. It got subtle design changes, which turned out to be great.
The Corolla Cross that debuted in Thailand looks good but some individuals are not that sold to its exterior design, and one of which is the Vietnam market.
As compared to the Thai version, the Viet-spec Corolla Cross has a restyled front end. The design difference can specifically be seen at the vehicle’s grille and front bumper.
The Toyota Corolla Cross gets a revamped front end in Vietnam
The grille of the Vietnamese Corolla Cross is integrated with a horizontal trim accent, which adds more flavor and style to the rather large and plain finish seen on the Thai-spec.
The horizontal trim accent also complements to the Toyota badge seen on the grille. On the other hand, the front bumper of the Corolla Cross for the Vietnam market gets a subtle trim accent as well, giving the five-seat crossover more character.
However, the trim accent applied to the bumper of the Corolla Cross kind of reminds us of the Mazda CX-3’s bumper-integrated turn signal.
2021 Toyota Corolla Cross
The subtle design change seen on the Viet-spec Corolla Cross is more than just for aesthetics purposes. The horizontal strip accent on the grille and the trim on the front bumper serves as an indicator of whether the Corolla Cross is a hybrid or non-hybrid variant.
The silver-colored trims tell that the certain Corolla Cross is a non-hybrid variant while the blue-colored ones indicate that it’s a hybrid. The same design approach that you can associate with Lexus.
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The Toyota Corolla Cross in Vietnam comes with chrome accents at the rear.
We can also see a chrome bar accent and trims on the rear of the Vietnamese Corolla Cross. Aside from that, the vehicle looks similar to the one we saw during the Thailand launch.
And yes, the Viet-spec Corolla Cross also comes with a Terra Rossa interior. Of note, the Corolla Cross in Vietnam comes with automatic dual-zone automatic air conditioning, a USB port for rear passengers, and a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen that’s integrated with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
The Corolla Cross is offered in three variants in Vietnam (two non-hybrid and one hybrid): 1.8 G gas (around Php 1,521,000), 1.8 V gas (Php 1,732,000), and 1.8 Hybrid (Php 1,922,000).
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The Toyota Corolla Cross is set to debut in the Philippines on August 20. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has yet to release the official local spec of the Corolla Cross. From what we know, this five-seater crossover will be offered in two variants: one is a naturally aspirated gasoline variant called the 1.8G, and the other one is 1.8 HEV.
Since the Corolla Cross will be competing against the likes of the Subaru XV and Honda HR-V, the local price could be Php 1.3 million (gas variant) and Php 1.6 million (hybrid variant). If this price estimation is correct, the Philippine-spec Toyota Corolla Cross is priced cheaper as compared to the one offered in Vietnam.
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Know more about Toyota Corolla Cross 2024
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross is a hybrid-powered five-seater crossover. For the Philippine market, it has three variants - the G, mid-spec V, and the top-spec GR-S. These are offered with a price ranging from Php 1,498,000 to Php 1,917,000.
Size-wise, the Corolla Cross HEV is 4,460mm long, 1,825mm wide, and 1,620mm in height. The R-S trim is slightly shorter in length at 4,455mm. All trims have a wheelbase length spanning 2,640mm.
Propelling all variants of the Corolla Cross HEV is a 1.8-liter engine paired with an electric motor. Together, this system can output 121 horsepower and 142 NM of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a continuously variable transmission.
Locally, the Corolla Cross HEV competes against the Geely Azkarra, Ford Territory, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, and Mazda CX-30, among others.
Toyota Corolla Cross Launch
The refreshed Toyota Corolla Cross HEV was launched in the Philippines on April 12, 2024. It entered the local market with three variants, all of which are hybrids. At launch, its price ranges from ₱1.498 - 1.917 Million.
Toyota Corolla Cross Exterior
On the outside, the updated Corolla Cross HEV’s V and G trims get a new front end which reflects its status as a hybrid model. It gets a slicker grille, a pair of sharp LED headlamps with new LED daytime running lamps, as well as LED front fog lamps.
Other exterior features found on the Corolla Cross HEV include rain-sensing wipers, power-folding side mirrors, LED taillights, as well as LED rear fog lamps.
The top-spec GR-S trim also has those features, but it boasts a sportier look thanks to a different grille and unique front and rear bumpers. The GR-S also gets smoked LED lamps, a panoramic sunroof, and roof rails. Standard on both the GR-S and the V is a power tailgate with a kick sensor.
Toyota Corolla Cross Interior
Inside, the 2024 Corolla Cross HEV can comfortably seat up to five occupants. Plus, it has room to spare for cargo.
UP front, it gets a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a push-to-start button, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, and a leather center armrest. Depending on the trim, it also features a power-adjustable driver’s seat, a digital meter cluster, as well as an electrochromic rear-view mirror.
The rear cabin of this Toyota crossover meanwhile, gets rear USB charging ports, and a folding center armrest. The rear seat also has a 60:40 split-fold functionality.
Keeping everyone inside the Corolla Cross HEV cool is a dual-zone automatic climate control system. Higher-spec trims like the GR-S and the V also get leather upholstery.
Technology & Safety Features
For the driver, the top-spec GR-S provides a 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster, while the mid-spec V has a seven-inch TFT instrument display. The entry-level G meanwhile, gets a smaller 4.2-inch TFT instrument display.
On-board entertainment for this Toyota model is handled by a 10-inch touchscreen for all trims. This infotainment system provides wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. It is then linked to a six-piece speaker system.
Powering up one’s smartphone is done easily on the Corolla Cross HEV thanks to a wireless charging pad. Plus, it gets type A and type C front USB ports on top of the two type C ports positioned for the rear cabin.
Safety on the 2024 Corolla Cross HEV is provided by a total of seven airbags, anti-lock braking, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, a rear-view (or 360-degree) camera, and parking sensors, among others.
Those aforementioned features are reinforced by the Toyota Safety Sense advanced driver assist suite. These include dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure warning, lane trace assist, automatic high beams, and a pre-collision system.
Platform & Chassis
The 2024 Corolla Cross HEV uses a McPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. Stopping power meanwhile, is provided by disc brakes for all four wheels.
Toyota Corolla Cross Engine & Drivetrain
Propelling all three 2024 Corolla Cross HEV variants is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine paired with an electric motor. In total, this hybrid system can output 121 hp and 142 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels through a CVT.
To optimize its power and efficiency, the updated Corolla Cross features a drive mode selector. Its available modes include Eco, Power, and electric vehicle (EV) modes.
Available color options for the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV include Emotional Red 2 or Platinum White Pearl Mice combined with an Attitude Black Mica top. These two are only available for the GR-S.
The V and G trims meanwhile, may come in Platinum White Pearl Mica, Celestite Gray Metallic, or Metal Stream Metallic.
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV one-ups most of its rivals by having an entirely hybrid-powered trim lineup. It isn’t the most powerful in its class mind you, but this might go a long way in terms of fuel efficiency.
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Toyota Corolla Cross Q&A
1. What engine will the Toyota Corolla 2024 use?
The Toyota Corolla 2024 will have 2 Dynamic Force engine options: a 1.5-liter and a 2.0-liter.
2. How many seater is a Toyota Cross?
Corolla Cross 2023 has 5 seats.
3. How much does Corolla Cross 2024 in the Philippines cost?
The price of the Toyota Corolla Cross 2023 ranges from ₱1.498 - 1.917 Million, depending on the variant.
4. What will the Toyota Corolla 2024 make different?
The Toyota Corolla 2024 will have safety feature improvements, which are front junction support and Proactive Driving Assist.
5. Is the 2024 Corolla cross a hybrid?
Yes, it is but not quite right. Because the new crossover is giving users 2 engine options with different experiences including: The G variant is equipped with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine that delivers 138 hp and 172 Nm of torque. The V Hybrid and the GR-S variant are powered by a 1.8-liter gasoline hybrid engine that generates a maximum power output of 120 hp and 142 Nm of torque.
₱ 1,498,000 - ₱ 1,917,000
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