Toyota continues to renew existing models while expanding its product family. The company finally introduced the 2023 model Toyota Corolla Cross. Mert Yıldırım, the automobile editor of ShiftDelete.Net, followed the event on site. The hybrid car managed to attract attention, especially with its price. Here are the details…
2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is on sale with a launch price of 835 thousand TL
Toyota’s highly anticipated vehicle was introduced at a launch held today. While the suggested selling price of the vehicle was announced as 900 thousand TL, it decreased to 835 thousand TL with a special campaign for the launch. Of course, this applies to the base model. Other prices are as follows:
Toyota launched the highly anticipated new SUV model Corolla Cross Hybrid for sale in Turkey. Having undersigned the first passenger car launch in the Turkish automotive industry in Adana, Toyota introduced the Corolla Cross Hybrid to members of the press with a comprehensive test drive. Corolla Cross Hybrid, which took its place in showrooms with prices starting from 835 thousand TL for the launch period, hit the road with the slogan “The Legend is in a Different Dimension”.
Expanding Toyota’s SUV product range, Corolla Cross Hybrid brings a brand new breath to the competitive C-SUV segment. Produced on the renewed GA-C platform, Corolla Cross Hybrid stands out as a unique model in its class with its 5th Generation Hybrid technology, Toyota Safety Sense 3 offering superior safety features, a new 10.5-inch high-resolution multimedia screen and 12.3-inch digital cockpit.
Powerful SUV design and new standards with Corolla Cross Hybrid
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid combines the modern, sophisticated SUV look with an impressive and dynamic form. Carrying the design of the Toyota SUV family, the Corolla Cross Hybrid draws attention with its characteristic front grille, sharp-lined premium headlight design and a 3-dimensional effect body structure that contributes to the dynamic design of the vehicle.
With a length of 4,460 mm, a width of 1,825 mm, a height of 1,620 mm and a wheelbase of 2,640 mm, the new Corolla Cross Hybrid is positioned at the heart of the C-SUV segment with its dimensions. Located between the Toyota C-HR Hybrid and the RAV4 Hybrid in the Toyota product range, the Corolla Cross Hybrid also stands out with its panoramic glass roof, large luggage volume and spacious living space.
With its functional structure, Corolla Cross Hybrid was designed to be with its customers at every moment of life. Corolla Cross Hybrid draws attention with details that will make daily life easier, thanks to its wide side windows and high seating position, as well as a bright and wide-viewing cabin.
While the Corolla Cross makes it easy to get into the cabin with its wide doors, it allows the child seat to be easily removed or placed when necessary. The new Corolla Cross Hybrid, which will be indispensable for families, offers more living space with its curved profile rear doors, while increasing travel comfort with its adjustable rear seat backrests.
The trunk of the Corolla Cross Hybrid, which has a volume of 525 liters, increases to 1,321 liters when the rear seats are folded. With its electric tailgate feature, it provides a functional trunk use.
Rich and technological equipment in all versions
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is offered for sale in Turkey in four trim levels: Flame, Flame X-Pack, Passion and Passion X-Pack. The Corolla Cross, which is offered with a 1.8-liter hybrid engine in its entire product range, has alternatives suitable for everyone with its high standard equipment. The price of Corolla Cross is between 835 thousand TL and 995 thousand TL during the launch period, depending on the versions.
The standard features that stand out in the Corolla Cross Hybrid product range include 5th generation hybrid technology, Toyota T-Mate, Toyota Safety Sense 3 active safety technologies, wireless Apple CarPlay, 10.5 inch Toyota Touch Multimedia display, 12.3 digital displays and wireless charging unit. taking.
The new 12.3 digital indicators, which are included in the Corolla Cross for the first time among Toyota models, with their ergonomic design, ensure that all information can be read and controlled comfortably. The digital display, which can be selected with different themes, can be adjusted by the driver with the buttons on the steering wheel. At the same time, thanks to its compact structure and layout, it also contributes to the driver’s good visibility.
Equipped with a new faster processor, the high-resolution 10.5-inch touchscreen multimedia screen both increases driving pleasure and provides easy access to all features of the vehicle with its easy use.
In addition to the rich standard equipment, the entry-level Flame version of the Corolla Cross Hybrid, 17-inch alloy wheels, electronic parking brake, rear view camera, electric lumbar support in the driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, self-dimming interior mirror, low / high beam It stands out with features such as LED headlights. The Flame X-Pack version comes with a panoramic glass roof and roof rail.
In addition to these, the Corolla Cross Hybrid Passion version features 18-inch alloy wheels, electric tailgate, ambient lighting, premium design LED headlights, sequential front turn signal, keyless entry and start system, tinted rear and rear side windows.
Passion X-Pack, on the other hand, has full leather seats, blind spot warning system, front and rear parking sensors, dual-zone automatic air conditioning with Nanoe technology, heated steering wheel, driver and passenger seat heating and electrically adjustable driver’s seat in addition to Passion equipment.
Toyota’s most advanced hybrid technology debuts in Corolla Cross
Toyota has included 5th generation hybrid technology for the first time globally in the Corolla Cross model. Toyota’s hybrid technology, which has been continuously developed for 25 years, provides a more powerful and more enjoyable drive with its 5th generation, while providing lower fuel consumption and lower emission values.
The Corolla Cross Hybrid, which has a 1.8-liter hybrid engine, produces 15 percent more power with the new generation system. Combining the electric motor and gasoline engine, the 1.8-liter hybrid system produces 140 HP and 185 Nm of torque. The Corolla Cross Hybrid, which is offered with front-wheel drive, reaches a maximum speed of 170 km / h and completes 0-100 km / h acceleration in 9.9-10 seconds. Corolla Cross Hybrid, which has a combined fuel consumption of only 5.0-5.1 lt/100 km in WLTP measurements, has a CO2 emission value of 115-117 g/km.
The 5th generation hybrid system, which is lighter and more compact, attracts attention with its increased power output while increasing efficiency. The new lithium-ion battery in the system is 14 percent lighter, but has a 15 percent higher output. The battery cooling system has also been optimized for quieter operation and longer battery life.
An SUV that doesn’t compromise on dynamism
Despite its exciting SUV look and high ground clearance, the Corolla Cross Hybrid does not compromise on dynamic handling. Offering a more enjoyable drive with better responses brought by the 5th generation hybrid system, Corolla Cross also benefits from the dynamism and rigidity provided by the GA-C platform. MacPherson at the front and independent double wishbone suspension system at the rear ensure high driving comfort even on rough roads. The Corolla Cross Hybrid’s electrically assisted steering system has also been tuned to give the driver a more dynamic response. With the combination of all these, Corolla Cross provides a dynamic and comfortable ride in all road conditions.
The most advanced Toyota Safety Sense safety features
As with every model, Toyota gave great importance to the high level of safety in the Corolla Cross Hybrid model. The Corolla Cross is equipped with the T-Mate combined with the latest generation Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. Active driving and parking assist systems make driving easier and safer, while active safety systems can prevent accidents in many different scenarios.
The Corolla Cross Hybrid model has many active safety features such as Forward Collision Prevention System that detects vehicles and motorcycles, Emergency Steering System, Collision Avoidance System at the Junction, and Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control System.
At the same time, the high body rigidity brought by the TNGA-C platform and the strong but light materials used at strategic points effectively absorb the impacts during collision. With eight airbags as standard, Corolla Cross also has a front middle airbag, which is used to prevent the front passengers from colliding with each other during an accident.