
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross LE FWD
Vehicle Type: SUV Gasoline
72
overall score
Category Ranking: 41
Vehicle Price
Base Price:
$24,545
Price as Tested:
$28,689
Fuel Information
Fuel Type: Regular
Fuel Capacity (gal): 12.4
EPA City mpg: 31
EPA Highway mpg: 33
EPA Combined mpg: 32

Advanced Safety Features
- Adaptive Cruise Control [S]
- Advanced Headlights [S]
- Automatic Emergency Braking [S]
- Blind-Spot Warning [O]
- Driver Monitoring [S]
- Forward-Collision Warning [S]
- Lane-Departure Warning [S]
- Lane-Keeping Assistance [S]
- Rear Cross-Traffic Warning [O]
- [S] Standard, [O] Optional
Overall Observations
The Corolla Cross, new in 2022, looks like a miniature version of
Toyota’s best-selling RAV4 crossover. All 3 of its trim levels use the
same powertrain- a naturally aspirated inline 4-cylinder engine paired
with a CVT. Both front- and all-wheel drive (add $1,300) are available.
The Cross’ cabin is roomy, with good front headroom and
legroom. Fuel economy is high, and Toyota’s strong suite of advanced
safety features, LED headlights with auto high beams, and Apple
CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration are standard.
Ah, but a few possible deal-breakers are present, too, like a rough
ride quality, a dated infotainment system, lots of noise from the
engine and CVT, and some low-rent interior surfaces.
A further annoying quality: Unless you go for the top trim level,
you can’t get a lot of the features many people want - like dual-zone
automatic climate control and power driver’s seats - even as options.
But if you like the standard Corolla’s basic strengths - good overall
value, strong ADAS features, complimentary 2 years/25,000 miles of
maintenance - but want more versatility, you might find happiness
with a Corolla Cross.
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Click HereStrengths and Weaknesses
Strong Points
- • Good value
- • Lots of front headroom and legroom
- • Good fuel-economy ratings
Weak Points
- • Lacks normal amenities, even as options
- • Rough ride quality
- • Lots of engine noise penetrates the cabin
Vehicle Specifications
Model year tested: 2022
Number of passengers (F/R): 2/3
Curb weight (lbs): 3120.0
Exterior L / W / H (in): 175.6 / 71.9 / 64.8
Wheelbase (in): 103.9
Number of air bags: 10
Warranty (months/miles): 36/36,000
Tire manufacturer and model: Michelin Primacy All Season
Front and rear tire size: 215/65 R17
Max towing capacity (lbs): 1,500
Headlight type: LED
Transmission type: CVT
Drivetrain type: Front wheel
Engine/motor: 2.0L I4 DOHC VVT-i
Engine horsepower @ RPM: 169 @ 6,600
Test Data
Test Vehicle Scores
Advanced Safety Features:
8.70Fuel Efficiency:
6.66EPA Emissions Score:
7.00Acceleration:
1.94Braking:
3.62
Handling:
6.23
Quality and Drivability:
6.38
Ride Quality:
6.64Interior Size:
2.92Easy of Entry and Exit:
6.54Visibility:
5.67Interior Noise:
7.53Cargo Capacity:
2.39
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