Happy Saturday everyone! Hope your weekend is off to a great start! The Subaru Crosstrek may be the top seller the space but the Corolla Cross Hybrid is still the only hybrid in the segment and its sales are increasing every year! We're also expecting Lexus to send over the revised 2025 UX 300h very soon, which shares a platform with this vehicle and also gets the new hybrid powertrain from the Prius that is also in this car.

Definitely a great Toyota hybrid vehicle, but I can’t stand all the dealers marking it up at ridiculous rates.

I'd go for the new 25 Camry hybrid honestly

42 MPG and under 7 seconds, 0-60, is a pretty rare combination, for any vehicle, at any price. Starting at $33k for an SE model, with standard AWD, with more power and MPG than anything else, I think its a steal.

I got mine at MSRP and couldn’t be happier! All the dealers in my area were charging insane markups, so I ended up having to buy it in the state over from a friend of a friend who worked at Toyota.

I always feel like all these car reviewers hate on the only cars an honest mechanic recommends. They rave about cars that will break down within 100k miles. Career longevity? 😂 I'll stick with my Toyota.

Can't wait for dealers to mark these up 10k like the RAV4 Hybrid.

I tested this car when car shopping for my sister. All Toyota dealerships in the state were back ordered for 1+ years and had crazy $5k markups when they did deliver. We ended up settling with the new 2024 Kona SEL for $8k less and vastly superior interior tech.

36k for corolla....Man, diz prices are insane

0-60 in the 6 second range is impressive for any corolla, let alone a Corolla SUV, especially since the regular version is very slow. As long as you realize you’re getting an economy car.

I better get one now before it's $50k 😅

An extra set of beeps is the rear seat reminder on newer Toyota vehicles, but I don’t think that’s what you experienced - it sounded more of a long beep. If you open a rear door (i.e. putting a child, object in the back seats), it will alert you when you attempt to lock the doors, as you did. I believe it unlocks the doors (even though I don’t think it did on your tester) and plays the beeps because you likely forgot something or someone in the back. Of course you can turn it off; it’s a feature with TSS 3.0 vehicles. Great video as always!

Good review as always. I agree with you on the interior. It needs to be brightened up a bit. Definitely on the drab side.

There's nothing inherently wrong with the Corolla Cross, it just feels incredibly generic. Normal buyers will like the Toyota reliability, good usability and great MPG, but there's nothing else to write home about. Sadly at $36k, that isn't good enough.

I've had the 22 L model since June 2022. 0 problems

Crazy that, as priced, is mid 30K in price. Also crazy that this vehicle is considered "a more affordable vehicle". If I were to get a new car, today, I'd get the Prius. Still not perfect, but preferable to this. And at the same price, a much larger center screen.

This exact car in Europe is extremely nice. Better display, much better looking inside and out, panoramic sunroof, 19 inch rims, etc. etc. we always get shafted here stateside…🤷🏻‍♂️

I would consider this if it wasn't so noisy inside. I miss when Toyota were quiet compared to their competition.

If you had lifted that foam piece all the way out, you would have seen that you cannot fit any spare tire there because Toyota blocked the space with hybrid wiring components.

Looks great for my small family or daily commuter for my wife but all the Toyota in Alberta onlt have the gas version and all their other hybrid vehicles are 6 months wait if you're lucky. I was in an accident and needed a vehicle so went with the Honda HRV Sport. Great solid vehicle but obviously not a hybrid and it does not have much power at all. Gas mileage is not great either on the Civic platform but it handles like a dream, the AWD is wonderful AND I was able to actually GET ONE lol. Good review, Subbed and watching your other vids now.

Your review of the back space is spot on. A lot of prospective buyers think this is an inexpensive alternative to the RAV4. It isn't. If you have a growing family and need second row space, this car won't work. As an aside, you will find most of the hybrids already pre-sold. The percentage sold, as you reported, is not because of demand but because of the supply constrictions at the new Mazda-Toyota plant in Alabama. Apparently, there is a shortage of skilled workers in that state. If Toyota was able to produce (or import) more of these cars, the numbers would be higher

Nice job Sofyan & I would buy this hybrid SUV.

My wife has a 2023 XLE, and the screen size its 12". Did the change for 2024?

8:50 I couldn’t tell if it was one or 4 extra beeps, but my 2023 Prius beeps 4 times after locking as a reminder that I opened the rear doors and to check the rear seats before I leave - like if I left a child or other important item in the car

36k price is insane! Add around 6k and you can get a Lexus. Fully loaded Camry is 38k. Hello?

Sofyan, Toyota makes several models on the TNGA-C platform. When we consider the Corolla sedan, Prius and Corolla Cross CUV, it may come as quite a surprise that the Cross has the shortest wheelbase of the 3. No wonder back seat legroom is so inadequate. 🤨

This looks a lot better than the base car

I saw a xle rav 4 for 33k hybrid so I don’t think paying 35k for that is worth it

Well it might have good fuel economy and hybrid but the front end looks ugly. From the quarter panel to the rear looks better. Toyota need to work on their design for smaller vehicles

They need a plugin hybrid version of this

Great little car!!

Great car for seniors; power hatch and shallow cargo space saves backs, comfortable adjustable driver's seat with good ground clearance to save hips/knees, and lots of safety features that dampen down slower reaction times.

I bought the new 2022 platinium trim with two tone color (white & black)and have been enjoying the pleasent ride, comfort, tech & saftey features . I also enjoy the acceleration of this Suv which is more than sufficient for me. It is indeed a pleasen reliable vehicle specially in Los Angeles area with having panoramic sunroof available. The only suggestion i have is to see an increase in horsepower & torque. Looking forward to 2025 model.!

Please share your review on Lexus UX 300.. eagerly waiting for the new updated version.. thanks in advance!!

A better looking 2025 model has been launched in Asia. Hopefully, it should arrive in North America soon

That is not a drab dash. Is such a pretty product if you have your eyes closed completely and you’re blindfolded and you tape them shut.

Not a fan of the big hunk of black plastic on the front. It's like the designers just got tired and gave up trying. I prefer the non-hybrid front end and wish this one had that too, as the hybrid does in other countries.

Toyota really isn’t aiming for the everyday working man anymore the prices on their new vehicles are crazy

I really like the overall exterior of the Corolla Cross. I always notice them when I see one on the road. My concern is that the interior is not only bland, it looks too basic & cheap which is sad. For my purposes in the city, I’m sure it’s all I need but it’s hard to get excited about buying one if I feel like I’m “settling” for this interior just for a reliable Toyota (& yes, a hybrid).

I wish Toyota put some under body panel to cover up the brakeline /fuel line.

The only Corolla I'm paying over $35k for is the GR Corolla.

Nothing in this class feels quality 😅, well except for the Cx-30 and HRV!

Sofyan really doesn’t like this vehicle lol

The NA market is totally monopolized by those a few big manufactures. Look at this. Everything is cheap except for the price. If you are enough for the gas price and don't want to play with the EV toys, Toyota is the only thing to get in 2024. Customers just don't have a choice.

It should be noted that insurance companies are starting to realize that large infotainment screens are a distraction to drivers. They're reflecting this in insurance car rates.

Extra beeps are rear seat/cargo reminder

Have you heard of any plans to build a Corolla Cross Prime?

Great hatchback. (I know. We don't have 'hatchbacks' in USA.)

im coming from a 07 camry hybrid. is the 'cheap' ness of the interior that much of a deal breaker?

Brake torqueing, luxury amenities, sport handling… for a car that will be filled with entry level parents, car seats, and Cheerios, none of that matters. Cheap (for a 2024 hybrid SUV), reliability, MPG is what this target audience will care about. The sales prove Toyota got the formula right for their target buyers. (Had to edit. The spelling police got me)

When is this due for a redesign?

Not a bad review …. 😊

The Niro hybrid is a competitor to this

I like the concept, but I suspect most who buy these have second thoughts about the size and cargo space. Not a lot of space up front for "stuff" and the rear seats are tight. For that price, just get a Rav. More space and quieter.

honestly why do you need a bigger screen I find the screen being huge very gimmicky , when that screen size will matter when we get self driving cars that we will be watching tv shows on it.

Which one is better, the Corolla Cross or the Crown Signia?

How fast is 60 in kilometres?

Why buy this when you have the rav4

It is nice for south Philly parking for it size. Why the black 🖤 roof I prefer white 🐻‍❄️ roof because it a little cooler in summer 🌞 I think

Hopefully Toyota increases legroom in the back seat in next gen. Current leg room is laughably bad.

I have a 2.0L non hybrid. I use extreme driving style to extract the best mileage. Gentle acceleration, cruising below 100km, hyper milling etc. So far after 15000KM of driving, my overall fuel economy is 5.0L/100KM which is 47 MPG.

Love this thing. But I’d have to make special drives just to try and empty the tank more than every four months.

How does this compare to Honda CRV Hybrid?

Is this really that much less expensive than a hybrid RAV4 XLE?

The looks are ok for me. I actually prefer it over RAV4 and awesome power train. Fast for what it is. Also when Toyota made the Corolla Cross I was disappointed they didn't just electrify the CHR and add AWD. I think the CHR is much better looking. I'm a person that thinks all Mazdas look better than the Toyotas. So don't judge me on the CHR

Comparable to Mazda cx-30 at 26k. Considering the 10k less and interest savings it will be equivalent to having 40mpg..

I’m confused why our Toyota cross by hybrid is 1.8 L engine you guys have the 2.0

Holding out for a Camry Cross 🤞

I do like the exterior design. Interior is typical Toyota.

Is the 2024 different from the 2023 CC Hybrid? My wife Bought a 2023 Leftover in February and I have to say, I hate the thing. When accelerating a good clip the engine is very utilitarian, reminds me of a 70s Pinto in noise and feel. It has no Insulation under the hood. The Seats are not very comfortable and I'm not sure who designed the cockpit cause the cupholders are down right against the console/armrest so that if you have a large fountain drink the straws hit you in the wrist. The infotainment system puts out sound quality akin to 1980s radio shack speakers.. not sure what is up with that. We have places under the hood that are void of paint, showing only light grey primer. Performance is good, fuel economy is good, but the 2017 Escape we traded for this car was much more comfortable to drive on a regular basis. We also have a 2018 Equinox that just feels so much better to drive from an ergonomics standpoint. the Stereo is so much better, the infotainment interaction much smoother and the seats have more adjustability. My wife is a Hospice nurse and needs something reliable because sometimes she is on call and responding to peoples house in rural areas at 3am, in that respect I have no doubts this will be reliable and thats why we bought it, Im sure it will run for a long time, however when shes not driving it for work it just sits and we take a 6 year old vehicle with 87K miles on it because its more comfortable and has better placed cupholder and the engine doesnt sound like its ready to pass through the firewall and land in your lap under hard acceleration.

They could have designed it better

It looks ok, could be better but ok for this year.

It beeps 3x because of the rear seat reminder.

Thanks for the review. The small entertainment screen is deal breaker for me! Bummer!

It's got great gas mileage and good features but it does look and feel cheap for sure. Great car for kids or a small family if you don't want all the bells and whistles. It just feels cheap and sounds loud but it's reliable.

You now have to keep your Toyota 20 years to justify the price😅

Lots of cx5 influence without the fun

$40,000, just went to Toyota and built one ,3K more and you can just go get a Lexus NX well-equipped. The interior is atrocious. Looks like a 2017 car.

18:25 false. There is an electric motor (two, in fact) in the front, and it delivers quite a bit of torque.

If you brake torque it, you are killing the CVT.

Go ahead and pay the the additional 5-10k rather than getting an HRV or Crosstrek

I’m sick of crossovers, can we get the Fit/Jazz and Yaris back with their HEV drivetrains please.

Didn't you just do a video on one 9 months ago

Have the SE trim- which is the "base" trim in Canada. Was not charged any markups. Wonderful practical vehicle with incredible fuel economy. I do wish I could have gotten the hybrid drivetrain in an LE trim- Trim to trim it is cheaper than the RAV4, but an LE RAV4 hybrid is not that much more expensive... But with the way prices are moving - The upcoming redesigned RAV4 hybrid will probably only be offered in S-ish trims and be a LOT more $$$$ than the Corolla Cross... Love this car- Exciting? No But it is everything I need and more, and I can afford it! First car I have ever owned with heated steering wheel and seats- wow!

nice vehicle from Toyota, but the dealer mark-ups are such a show stopper. 😢

Actually Kia Seltos offers ventilated seats

Gotta love the haters comment. It makes Yodas sales sky rocket 😆🤣

The styling is boring but I don’t think people expect that in this type of vehicle or at this price. However, as for price w/o markup its a deal. With it I think it becomes too expensive

You cannot fit a spare, there is an electrical cable that gets in the way.

Why just regular compact estates aren't more popular. Are the roads so bad you need more road clearance? If this just an image thing? Does your wife told you to get a SUV, even if it's just a cross-over? With a compact estate (Golf, Corolla, Mazda 3, Civic, if they made them) you get the best compromise. Boot capacity, low loading height, good room at the back, good aero, good handling, with still a reasonable footprint), and looks good too. Must be an image thing, I must be a hopeless has-been, because I can't find anything wrong with mine.

You really need to do a pov drive in your reviews you are only doing a side view and that makes it hard to see how the car really drives

Should've called it the Rav 2

Nice ❤

This must be close to 50k in canada because the corolla hybrid is 42k 😂. It would take 6 to 10 years to recover the gas savings vs a regular engine 😂.

Dealers are marking them up over 19% above M.S.R.P....ridiculous. I would wait until production catches up to demand. Fix your old car and wait it out. Any hybrid vehicle is going to cost you bigly because they are in high demand and I don't mean EVs. And forget about a PHEV, those are rare breeds and are marked up and non-negotiable as well.

I think 2024 nissan rogue is much better car

This is a good review but you talk way too fast.

This car is ok but sadly, Toyata should have chossen to bring in America a much more interesting vehicle: the Corolla Touring Sport that they sell in Europe :-(

I thought cvt transmissions were bad

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