Toyota introduced the Corolla Cross in 2021 to slot between the iconic RAV4 and the quirky CH-R compact SUV. It offers more room and higher ground clearance than a Corolla Hybrid sedan, but its bland engine and transmission combo are typically Corolla. Then again, the all-new Corolla Cross Hybrid begs to differ at least a little bit.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: What?s New"

The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is all-new for 2023. It has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with three electric motors that make a combined 194 horsepower, impressive for a small family crossover. Equipped with standard all-wheel drive, Toyota claims zero to 60 mph in eight seconds, a full second quicker than a standard Corolla Cross. But as with most hybrids, the Corolla Cross Hybrid is not about straight-line agility.
There are five trim variants available: LE, XLE, S, SE, and XSE. Moreover, all trim grades have an updated eight-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and dual Bluetooth connectivity. Toyota?s newest multimedia system also features an intelligent assistant, cloud navigation, destination assist, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.

2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. Photo: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Fuel Economy

Your biggest motivation in choosing the new hybrid over a regular Corolla Cross will be fuel economy. In this regard, the Corolla Cross Hybrid will not disappoint. Toyota claims 37 combined mpg across a...