2024 Toyota Corolla CROSS HYBRID Review

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Come along for our full review of Toyota's 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid in XSE Trim. This all-wheel drive only, lifted Corolla is powered by Toyota's 5th generation hybrid system and provides plenty of pep for a compact crossover. If fuel efficiency, AWD, utility, and Toyota reliability are your priorities, you no longer have to sacrifice decent driving and handling dynamics.
00:00 Intro and Walk-Around
02:30 Rear Cargo
03:09 Back Seat, Interior, Passenger Seat
05:06 Key Fob, Remote Start
05:45 Driver's Seat, Controls
07:00 Infotainment
08:40 Engine, Driving Impressions
15:09 Trim Levels
16:26 Highway
18:43 Fuel Economy
19:12 Recommendations
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@cynthiabroze Ай бұрын

What is wrong with Toyota not giving (at least) a lighter grey interior choice. Always black now. Hate black in warm climates. Feels too heavy. Kia and others give some choices.

@randy74989 2 ай бұрын

The XSE model is a great vehicle for retirees, with no kids, who want a safe, reliable, and fuel-efficient small SUV. It has just enough tech and room for 2-people to enjoy. Good luck finding one though.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Great comment and very true. Discussed this car with some younger buyers and they are also attracted to the the peace of mind, utility, and resale value as they begin to get started in their careers and financial futures. Yes, Toyota is limited in production by the Alabama assembly plant but is supposed to continue ramping up. Toyota remains one of the worse at trickling out cars and maintaining high prices.

@Flying-Fox19 Ай бұрын

This car is meant for young ppl with or without kids. The cargo space has enough for strollers and when kids grow up, plenty of room in the back for them. Old empty nesters can still enjoy this also I agree.

@Sausketo 26 күн бұрын

I had to put 1000 down (refundable) to reserve one just so i can test drive it/ see if my 6' 1" frame will fit comfortably, i did that on may 28th, the shipping estimation kept getting pushed, originally it was estimated delivery june 3rd-5th, atm its estimated by the 10th

@Flying-Fox19 26 күн бұрын

@@Sausketo No way that isn't fair as customers in Canada are waiting over a year for most hybrids and they give you a two- three week delivery date? Alot off ppl will be upset hearing that.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

The highly regarded 5th gen 196 HP AWD Prius hybrid system is quite at home in Toyota’s sub compact SUV offering. Toyota aces the test if you are looking for an AWD ute that is reliable, gets great fuel economy, and can get out of own way. Not much really out there that fully competes and even the fuel efficient ones will struggle to keep up with this Corolla Cross. Is it perfect? Nope. But it’s a solid product I would recommend to a whole bunch of Toyota fan buyers. If you are new to Beyond we would love to have you along for the ride. Check out all of our content and if you like what you see, be sure to subscribe. Happy Motoring!

@randykarcher5184 28 күн бұрын

I have a 24 XSE Hybrid that like - just wished Toyota offered a compact spare tire.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 26 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. Congrats on your XSE, a very nice well rounded vehicle. The lack of a spare is definitely something folks should consider depending on road conditions in their area. Most of the time a fix a flat kit works but for big blowout and pot hole related flats, it’s going to be a tow. Thanks again and enjoy your XSE!

@pkoicetr Ай бұрын

This guy is a pro 🤔 how come not even 5k subs? I subed 👍

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the nice comment. We are actually growing fairly quickly for a young channel. Thanks for coming along for the ride!

@rwws1387 Ай бұрын

would love to see some of the safety features in action such as lane tracing, blind spot monitor, pedestrian braking etc. Enjoyed your demo and review!

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the nice comment. Great idea. We should have a Corolla hybrid sedan sometime soon and can demo the Toyota safety sense features. Thanks again and happy motoring.

@rakshitrawat7693 26 күн бұрын

Explained very neatly Good choices of words 12:55 Watching from canada And was looking more deep explanation video of this car, which you explained really really well Thank you ❤ -new subscriber.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 26 күн бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching, subscribing, and for the very nice comment. All the best and happy motoring!

@eckharttolle-nq7qu 2 ай бұрын

Hey, how's the visibility out the back window. It's a small oval window.The seat looks low, and the door and window seem high up, what's your thoughts

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the question. I comment a couple times, around 07:40, that visibility is great. The c pillar does have a small window but no big blind spots. Large rear window provides good view out back. Seats are not low. Big mirrors, seating position, big windshield give a great view. Probably one of the best features of the Corolla Cross’ design

@riceburner4747 2 ай бұрын

So what does the "nite shade" follow. SE or XSE? Glad they're no LE or XLE. I like the sportiness, not luxury. Great video. Sub'd & gave u a 👍

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the nice comment! Glad you subbed! I forgot to mention that the nightshade is basically an SE with black accents and larger 18 inch black wheels. So it’s like $900 more than the SE. So about half way between SE and XSE price wise. Looks good with the black wheels but not sure of the value as an XSE is just another $950 or so. The hybrid is intended to be the sportier driver than the gas only and it definitely is drivetrain wise. Maybe a little better handling also.

@MrSUNNY168 2 ай бұрын

A pretty good little SUV; except, there is no spare tire. Oversea model do have a spare tire, not sure why US / Canada model does not.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! The non hybrid does have a spare here. I think it’s the hybrid battery that needs the extra room.

@SalManila1 2 ай бұрын

NO SPARE? , I don't like the idea of getting a flat at night in the rain far from home. The RAV4 MAY BE BETTER.

@wtdash Ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. My wife and I bought a '24 CCH SE on 2/5/2024. We paid a bit under sticker (yeah, I was surprised too!). Other than an '18 CR-V EX, this is the newest car we own. It's her car, and I'd only driven it a few times prior to this last weekend. It has about 2K miles. Initial impressions were OK. Notable are the lack of a spare tire, jack, lug wrench and front or rear tow points and tow hook (eyelet). I had a jack and lug wrench in my collection of parts that fit in the back of the CCH (in the existing plastic pieces under the rear floor cover), and will throw in an extra tire for road trips (until Toyota offers a spare tire kit like with the Prius). >>>> We did our 1st road trip last weekend. It was ~450 miles each way. Overall, I'm liking the CCH, as I'm a big fan of the 'Dynamic radar cruise control'/ACC. It drives easily, tracks straight, ride is not a Lexus of course, but is comfortable. I did add a small pillow for my lumbar on the return trip. The trip was a good test of the MPG and power of this hybrid powertrain. The first 200+ miles were mostly flat cruising at 75MPH and we got 38MPG. The 2nd 200 was 75-80MPH, but included ups and downs from 400 to 4000 feet of elevation (Pendleton, OR to Boise, ID on I-84), and got 34MPG. The return trip saw the same numbers. So, MPG is in the ballpark, as the Est. MPG is 45 city/38 highway. Performance was adequate (I had V6 RAV4 prior to this), and didn't find it lacking for climbing the passes or passing on hills (there are a LOT of trucks on I-84!). There is a bit of vibration and added engine noise around 2500-3000 RPM, but it's not intrusive just noticeable. Tire noise is more about the road surface than the CCH's noise levels. One thing we'll need to test is how the AWD system works when the road is icy. I see in the video, and my experience, that the rear wheels will 'kick in' when extra power is needed. Not sure if that will cause the rear-end to 'kick out'? But I have to believe Toyota's Enhanced VSC will manage it as needed. Last tidbits: Lacking internal storage compared to the CR-V and other cars we've had, the sound quality of the base stereo is still decent for us non-aficionados, and the InfoTec/ICE is manageable even for most Luddites (like me), after some familiarization. TL;dr>>>I'd buy it again. :-)

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the nice write up on your ownership experience. Sure it will be decent in the snow. If you have a lot of snow where you live definitely consider some all weathers for tires. Enjoy and happy motoring!

@lynzemwalker5637 Ай бұрын

Does it not have lumbar support

@kelliebartlett9522 Ай бұрын

I have a vibration also at 1500-1800 and 2500rpms

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

@@lynzemwalker5637only the top XSE trim has adjustable lumbar support

@parkland4530 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have to wonder about the latest trend in gloss and flat black both exterior and interior. How is it going to stand up. The gloss black exterior doesn't look like it will stand up to bug stains and debris marks. The interior looks like it will mark easily in normal use. Any exterior flat black I have owned discolors easily and is almost impossible to restore.. Oh for the old days when some actual chrome was used.

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Not a fan of interior gloss black. It is either showing dirt or getting scratched up. Exterior wise, if it’s minimal it might be ok. If it’s kept clean and washed correctly it may resist some scratching. Exterior black cladding is durable but can discolor as you point out. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. All the best and happy motoring.

@user-sr9cc2rb9c 2 ай бұрын

I purchased the toyota cross hybrid 2024 in February. I love it except for it makes a buzzing noise in low speeds. Service Dept says this is normal and that its the hybrid. There was a previous problem that they had to fix with this car. It had to do with the the firewall heatshield making contact with high voltage wire harness. After they fixed that noise problem this buzzing noise is in existence. It sounds like the noise it makes when youre backing up. Its just so annoying I tried to trade it in for a gas CC, but I would lose a couple thousand so I decided to keep it. I live in Denver, Colorado. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

🤔. So it’s at low speed and sounds like the eery noise it makes in reverse? It could be the pedestrian warning system. At low speed going forward with the gas engine off it will make the same noise as reverse to give pedestrians some awareness that you are around. I think that is it and it is normal. Does it stop as the speeds increase and engine comes on?

@user-sr9cc2rb9c 2 ай бұрын

@@BeyondTheTestDrive yes, the noise is so irritating. I rode in another TCC hybrid at another car deal and the noise was not loud like mine. Is there a way to adjust the noise?

@BeyondTheTestDrive 2 ай бұрын

@@user-sr9cc2rb9c 🤔. A couple things. See if the dealer service adviser will listen to yours and a new one on the lot. Also consider calling Toyota customer service so they can get a field rep out to listen to your car. The dealer should do this but you may have to go around them. I don’t think there is a way to adjust that sound.

@tubemayer 27 күн бұрын

I disconnect the speaker in the front grill that made the buzzing noise. But use extra care when backing up, the buzzer is to warn pedestrians because it is very quiet otherwise.

@dcriley65 17 күн бұрын

Ya know sometimes I forget I'm almost 60, 50 years ago 7.9 was good for naturally aspirated V8!

@BeyondTheTestDrive 22 сағат бұрын

Very true! Thanks for watching.

@jeffreyerickson6766 6 күн бұрын

Great review. Would be good to see your face.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 5 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the very nice comment. We primarily do POV driving and car tours to provide viewers with a realistic in car experience with high quality sound. As we grow and expand our types of content you’ll see more faces. We have a Toyota Crown video coming in July where we experiment with some different camera angles. Thanks again. All the best and happy motoring!

@gasolinaquema8416 Ай бұрын

35k!!! Wow!

@aldubs 10 күн бұрын

What do you think about this compared to the Kia Niro?

@BeyondTheTestDrive 9 күн бұрын

Hi and thanks for the question. 🤔. The Niro is smaller than the Corolla Cross. The Seltos is probably closer in size. I do like the NIro styling and if the smaller size works then definately something you should check out. One thing though - if you have or will have home access to a charger then the plug in hybrid is the one to get and will still be cheaper than a comparatively equipped Corolla cross. And it drives pretty well. The regular hybrid is rather pokey and does not drive as well as the Corolla cross.

@aldubs 9 күн бұрын

@@BeyondTheTestDrive This is so helpful - thank you! The smaller the better for me. My only worry is that maybe KIA is not as reliable as Toyota. And I heard that they get stolen a lot. Don't know if you have thoughts on that?

@BeyondTheTestDrive 9 күн бұрын

@@aldubsI think Kia and Hyundai have fixed the easy theft problem. Reliability wise it is hard to beat Toyota. If you like to keep your cars 10 plus years then Toyota is always a safer bet. Another small non hybrid option that is easy to park is a Mazda CX-30. Gets about 29-30 mpg. The Corolla cross though is very easy to park and maneuver.

@jimbeard3681 Ай бұрын

Will Toyota build a CC Prime?

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Great question. I think pricing could be the issue. And with the uptick in hybrid sales in general versus EVs and PHEVs not sure. My guess is yes if they can improve the overall materials and quality to justify the higher price. The CC is already viewed as a little too expensive given the features and interior. But probably a coin toss at this point. I am not sure of the take rate on the Prius prime. The hybrids are very efficient so the charging costs even at home need to be evaluated versus the 50 miles on a gallon of gas.

@0bzen22 2 ай бұрын

How did I ever lived without heated steering wheel and heated seats.

@BeyondTheTestDrive 21 сағат бұрын

I would suggest for folks who have never had them to not get them. Once you do its hard to go back...ha ha..thanks for watching.

@0bzen22 20 сағат бұрын

@@BeyondTheTestDrive To be honest, I made a poor attempt at sarcasm. Where I live, it really isn't required. And even when it gets freezing, I never thought to myself that I needed these kinds of complications anyway. But that's just me 😉

@BeyondTheTestDrive 17 сағат бұрын

@@0bzen22ha ha. Thanks. Yes. Sometimes sarcasm is subtle. But yea, best to never experience a heated steering wheel, quite the silly luxury when it’s cold.

@jeffreyfitch1006 2 ай бұрын

I wish this had more of a wagon shape, this just reminds of the Rav4 but slighty smaller.

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Agree. Toyota was very conservative and wanted to offer a cheaper alternative to crazy rising RAV4 prices.

@bepowerful2160 25 күн бұрын

Bad dash design. Looks like 2010. Anyway, they are redesigning Camry dash similar to Kia design. Hoping they do same w this model and Rav 4 which hasn’t had a refresh since 2019.

@michaelsmith9308 2 ай бұрын

Toyta FAILED by NOT having a HEATED steering wheel in the USA like CANADA! Toyota wake UP!

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

A heated wheel is nice. Once you have one you really miss it. Thanks for watching.

@jdm1039 2 ай бұрын

Very low rent for the price.

@dcriley65 2 күн бұрын

Works for me, I don't plan to live in my car!

@BeyondTheTestDrive 23 сағат бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@VelmaTheID 27 күн бұрын

How ridiculous is it that this vehicle has no spare tire! “Fix-A-Flat” won’t help if you have a total tire blowout.

@slotigy 25 күн бұрын

The build materials are absurdly bad for a car that costs 35 grand. I’d wait until the 2025 rav 4 models.

@aeris6391 Ай бұрын

Why no spare tire 🤬

@BeyondTheTestDrive Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the question. I think it has to do with some accommodations for the small battery pack.

@jeremyslade7839 29 күн бұрын

It's accommodate the drive motor on the back axle. Kinda sucks, so have have to source a right sized donut in my 23 Hybrid Corolla sedan, at lease you have more hatch space for it. I will never again be stuck 4 hours on the interstate when that glue kit fails to repair a side wall damage.