Toyota Corolla Cross

compact crossover SUV

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota. It was first introduced in 2020 and is based on the same platform as the Toyota Corolla. The Corolla Cross is positioned above the Toyota C-HR, and below the Toyota RAV4. It is available in both petrol and hybrid powertrain options and is produced in various countries, including Japan, Thailand, and the United States.

Toyota Corolla Cross
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Model codeXG10[1]
Also called
ProductionJuly 2020 – present
Model years2022–present (North America)
Assembly
Designer
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  • Kenichi Okamura (exterior design leader)[4]
  • Ken Billes, Shota Asano, Tokiko Hirai and Yukihiro Koide (exterior)[5][4]
  • Yoshiki Ito (interior design leader)[4]
  • Masamichi Kajita (interior)[4]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformTNGA: GA-C[6]
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Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
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  • AC synchronous (hybrid models):
  • 1.8 L hybrid:
  • 1NM (front); 1MM (rear)
  • 2.0 L hybrid:
  • 5NM (front); 4NM (rear)
Power output
List
  • 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) (2ZR-FE/2ZR-FAE/2ZR-FBE)
  • 72 kW (97 hp; 98 PS) (2ZR-FXE, petrol engine only); 90 kW (121 hp; 122 PS) (2ZR-FXE, combined system output)
  • 126 kW (169 hp; 171 PS) (M20A-FKS/M20C-FKS/M20E-FKS)
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS) (M20A-FKB)
  • 113–131 kW (152–176 hp; 154–178 PS) (M20A-FXS, petrol engine only); 146 kW (196 hp; 199 PS) (M20A-FXS, combined system output)
  • 53 kW (71 hp; 72 PS) (1NM motor)
  • 5.3 kW (7.1 hp; 7.2 PS) (1MM motor)
  • 83 kW (111 hp; 113 PS) (5NM motor)
  • 30 kW (40 hp; 41 PS) (4NM motor)
Transmission
  • K120 CVT with physical first gear (2.0 L petrol)
  • K313 CVT (1.8 L petrol)
  • eCVT (hybrid)
Hybrid drivetrainPower-split
Battery
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,640 mm (103.9 in)
Length4,460–4,490 mm (175.6–176.8 in)
Width1,825 mm (71.9 in)
Height1,620 mm (63.8 in)
Kerb weight
  • 1,325 kg (2,921 lb) (petrol models)
  • 1,385 kg (3,053 lb) (hybrid models)

History

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The Toyota Corolla Cross was unveiled in July 2020 in Thailand and was soon introduced to other Southeast Asian markets. Its expansion continued into 2021, expanding to regions such as North America, Europe, and China. In China, a version of the Corolla Cross is sold under the name Toyota Frontlander.

Versions

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The Toyota Corolla Cross is available in various configurations, including both petrol and hybrid powertrains, depending on the market. It is built on the Toyota TNGA-C platform, which it shares with the Toyota Corolla and Toyota C-HR.

Petrol Versions

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The Corolla Cross is available with several petrol engine options, including the 1.8L 2ZR-FE and 2ZR-FAE inline-4 engines in different regions. The 2.0L M20A-FKS engine is used in markets like Japan and North America, offering improved performance.


Hybrid Versions

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The hybrid version of the Corolla Cross features a 1.8L 2ZR-FXE inline-4 engine paired with an electric motor. This hybrid setup provides better fuel efficiency and lower emissions compared to the petrol-only variants. In some markets, the hybrid models are equipped with the 2.0L M20A-FXS engine.


Market-Specific Variants

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In China, a version of the Corolla Cross is sold as the Toyota Frontlander , with some minor variations in specifications. The Corolla Cross also comes in multiple trim levels, depending on the region, with different features, technologies, and drivetrain configurations available.

References

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  1. "Specifications for Toyota Corolla Cross XG10". Car.info. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  2. "广汽丰田首款紧凑型SUV正式导入国产,邀你一起"锋"玩进阶! -- 上海热线". m.online.sh.cn. Archived from the original on 25 September 2021. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  3. "KUOZUI MOTORS". www.kuozui.com.tw. Archived from the original on 26 February 2020. Retrieved 12 October 2020.
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Corolla Cross Design Sketches". Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website. Toyota. 2021-09-14. Archived from the original on 19 July 2022. Retrieved 19 July 2022.
  5. "A00202002583". Pangkalan Data Kekayaan Intelektual. Indonesia: Direktorat Jenderal Kekayaan Intelektual Kementerian Hukum & HAM R.I. 2020-09-29. Archived from the original on 9 August 2021. Retrieved 19 July 2022.
  6. Lye, Gerard (9 July 2020). "2020 Toyota Corolla Cross debuts in Thailand – TNGA platform; petrol and hybrid powertrains; from RM132k". Paultan.org. Malaysia: Driven Communications. Archived from the original on 9 July 2020. Retrieved 9 July 2020.
  7. Stevens, Mike (2020-07-09). "Toyota Corolla Cross SUV revealed, Australian launch due 2022". CarAdvice.com.au. Australia: CarAdvice.com. Archived from the original on 9 July 2020. Retrieved 9 July 2020.