3:10 We purchased a RAV4 Limited edition hybrid in February and we are getting 40 to 42 miles per gallon on the highway at 70 mph and in the city we are getting 45 to 50 miles per gallon with speeds mostly at 40 mph. As stated in your review we are very pleased with the ride and handling of the RAV4 hybrid.
I'm looking for a RAV4 Hybrid, watched lots of RUclips videos. Then there is a problem with the cable that doesn't cover under the warranty and it costs almost $6K to replace it. Have you seen those videos?
I’ve got one cross le 4 days ago but the dealer charged me a lot I payed over the car cost because I signed the contract but didn’t read the terms am so disappointed that’s a disaster
I think that it depends on how much room you need. With just my wife and I and our Golden Retriever, the 2023 Corolla Cross is just fine for us. If you have to carry three or four teens or adult passengers on a regular basis, the RAV4 would be more suitable. Smaller children would be comfortable in the Cross.
A big point for me is the RAV4 has a trailer tow package which I don't think the Corolla Cross offers. I had a 96 Corolla manual transmission which went 284,000 kilometers before I sold it. It was burning 1 litre of oil every 1000 kilometers at that point but it was a good car. We spend so much on vehicles and their maintenance and upkeep it is a very important decision to make and I appreciate any advice I can get.
The Rav4 is better, but the Corolla Cross is good for those who don't need the extra space. I may chose the Corolla Cross if it was a daily commuter car and the majority of the time I was alone. If I was looking for a family SUV the the Rav4 is the best one. I wooud also consider the hybrid model if the dealers weren't marking them up so much. The localToyota dealer wanted $8,000 more for the hybrid and $20,000 more for the Prime.
I was waiting for the cross, then found out that it doesn't have a rear wiper on the base model...i'm okay with hubcaps and black mirror, but that is so stupid! Rear visibility means safety, not a place to skimp on! Then the LE is too close in price with the rav4 so the cross is out for me...
I like your idea but I don’t think they will do it. Because it mean rav4 will forgotten forever and replacing by Corolla Cross as the new generation 😎 with less space and less money spend for the feature as the rav4
Not crazy about the over fenders on the RAV4. I’m curious if there’s more cargo space in the Cross compared to my ‘19 Corolla Hatchback. Not much leg room in the Back seat in my hatch. A grocery trip also requires that I fill up the cargo space AND the back seat. I’ll test drive the Rav 4. I’m 5’1”, so maybe the Cross will be easier for me to see out of.
I had the corolla hatchback, now have the cross and yes the trunk space is much bigger. Its about 2x the size. I am also 5'3 and easy to get in and out. What surprised me, the cross has better gas mileage than the hatchback both in town and highway driving. Its sluggish on the highway but the pros are significant.
The engines of all these cars are smaller in Asia. China only has 2.0L CVT Rav4. In other asian places, even corolla cross is further degraded to 1.8L. But in North America, high way speed limit is only 100-110. It's like a paradox
i wouldn't buy ay other company than Toyota. I think i'd go all in for Rav4 hybrid prime since i'd buy it to drive it for a lifetime. I currently have a 98 corolla which is as old as me lol. i think the corolla cross is good for someone who wants to change after for example 10/15 years and save some money at the same time while trading off the look. Good comparison, thank you.
Great breakdown of the 2 maybe revisit this again once the hybrid is out. Also dude what is it with you and engine noise.... seriously engine noise is the heart of a car I for 1 drive a Ford XR6T Barra with 1000 hp now that beast makes noise and it's like a symphony to my tuned ears Given your in the USA check out Ross Reviews an American living in Western Australia mate Ross loves these cars and man he will convert you too lol.
I'm waiting for the cross hybrid and hoping the yaris cross hybrid will also be available in Canada in a few years. I absolutely love my Prius C. My next car will also be a Toyota hybrid. I can't possibly go back to gas only.
The cross is so slow though. I took one for test drive at the dealership and it was the so slow of consider it a hazard when merging on the highway. On top of that an inferior transmission... was a major no go for me. They need a stronger engine and a traditional automatic transmission in that thing for it to be good.
Can you please assist? You are referring to the hybrid option of corolla cross?? Coz i just went to toyota for the hybric and no issues like these were mentioned..
@@ReflectorExe I was looking for a compact car and tested a Corolla Limited, Civic Touring and Mazda3 Premium, and the Corolla was easily the worst driving of the three. That's not to mention the interior, the Honda and Mazda were leagues above the Toyota in terms of interior quality. I'll get that it's several thousand dollars cheaper than it's rivals, but I can't help but feel that the only reason someone would buy a Corolla was if they never actually test drove any other car in it's class. Many Toyota buyers only seem to care about the badge, and not the car.
@@scrungycat407 No they buy the Toyota because pretty seats are useless when your car dies at 100k. The Toyota keeps on driving. Not that the others are bad, just less likely to last as long without issues.
@@elmorocha4973 Way to go for what? It depends on the usage. If you are going to take a bunch small kids to the soccer games on the weekend, then the Sienna is probably a good choice. However, if you do any adventures, like to go camping, do any hiking, climbing, etc., then the Highlander is the only choice between the two.
@@moeanthony9308 camry doesn't have a cvt honda Ridgeline, the odyssey hyundai and kia on certain models don't have a cvt I avoid cvt because of the issue with the lack of a real transmission
@@stephenwinter8892 I mentioned in this segment Camry is a Sedan Ridgeline is gigantic compared to any in that segment and odessey is a van So going back to the segment or category,please tell me how many choices you have keeping in line with Reliable cvts from Honda and Toyota? Not many is there? Hyundai? I would be more concerned about the engine first cvt or not
Dear Sir here in Israel today there is no option to choose between those two cars, Toyota doesn't sell yet the Corolla cross, maybe in the year 2024 it will be a real option to choose.
I respect that Toyotas are reliable and don't depreciate as much as their competitors but the thrill of driving a Toyota just isn't there. Toyota just seems mundane and boring now.
@@leegorman8322 Funny you mentioned newer cars and dependability. If you want a laugh, check out the current recall list for all makers. Ironic, no? Oh, and nobody buys a Lamborghini bc it's dependable. Might be a stretch of a comparison but you know what I mean. Original point still stands. Toyota = 🥱😴💤
@@leegorman8322 I'm not sure where you live but with all the restrictions the US places on the automotive industry, seems like we get the short of the stick compared to the models that are offered across the pond. 😭😭😭
I drive an Audi Q5, far superior to a RAV4 in terms of everything, except gas mileage and longevity of components. I'm a DIY, so all maintenance and repairs on done by me. However....as I'm getting older, early 40s, I realized I'm not as enthusiastic about doing car repairs anymore, and I still prefer not to take my car to the stealership. So I'm going back to Toyota/Lexus again, where I never had to repair/replace anything when my vehicles were below 120k miles. Of course this is my old experience and opinion.
You can’t decide what is important to a customer. Ask what they have & what they want different That will tell you what to present. It’s not about which is better. It is about which is better for their wants, needs, desires. Show them, based on their request. They will tell you which one they want to buy 🚙 🚗
The Corolla Cross is a pointless vehicle, except perhaps to gain buyers from existing Corolla fans. If you like the Corolla that much, then just get a Corolla. If you want a compact crossover, then go with the RAV4. Trying to get a vehicle that does both will just be a vehicle that is not designed to do anything well. However, most people will eventually figure out that it is too close to the RAV4, but at the same time, the RAV4 beats the Corolla Cross in every way, and as a result, and Toyota's experiment with this will play out quickly.
@Alim B. You are way off. For starters, if you think the RAV4 is too big, then the Corolla Cross is too big as well. The wheelbase difference is literally 2 inches. So, if you think the RAV4 is too big, then getting a Corolla Cross isn't going to make much difference. If you want something noticeably smaller than a RAV4, you might as well get a C-HR in that case. In any case, with the RAV4, C-HR, and now adding the Corolla Cross, there is too much overlap in a crowded space, on top of already-crowded and fiercely competitive crossover segment. Toyota will end up killing one of them off (just like they did with the Land Cruiser in the large SUV segment) and it definitely will not be the RAV4. Whereas, the Corolla Cross is a gutless wonder with pathetic HP. The RAV4 is not only the most popular crossover, but more RAV4's have been sold than any other vehicle, and that trend has not been slowing down. The RAV4 is the #1 seller.
Corolla cross is a Crap...toyota took the exact same engine from sedan corolla and fitted in onto a cross...but doesnt perform well corolla cross is tall and AWD and more weight too...engine could not perform well...noisy and drags ....CVT transmission is ugly noisy and cheap transmission even tho its a toyota made CVT but still never as great as conventional Automatic transmission....in terms of performance...better drive feel and longer transmission life...
Corolla has CVT trasmisión. Not reliable. My Rav 4 is automatically trasmisión. My 2010 Corolla never has transmission problems. Because used automatically .not CVT . You are saying the truth about CVT . Break down to soon .
For me none of them. I will never ever buy a toyotas again. I will take a Hondas accord civic and Crvs. Those are excellent cars in real life and it's way for fun than [BORING TOYOTA]
3:10 We purchased a RAV4 Limited edition hybrid in February and we are getting 40 to 42 miles per gallon on the highway at 70 mph and in the city we are getting 45 to 50 miles per gallon with speeds mostly at 40 mph. As stated in your review we are very pleased with the ride and handling of the RAV4 hybrid.
I have the same experience
I'm looking for a RAV4 Hybrid, watched lots of RUclips videos. Then there is a problem with the cable that doesn't cover under the warranty and it costs almost $6K to replace it. Have you seen those videos?
@@saho2962 oh. That's no good
@@saho2962 is the cable problem in hybrid rav4??
I purchased the Corolla cross LE in February I am extremely happy with my purchase great SUV
Lucky you. How long did you wait to get it? I've been waiting for it since Dec 6 last year. So frustrated 😠
I’ve got one cross le 4 days ago but the dealer charged me a lot I payed over the car cost because I signed the contract but didn’t read the terms am so disappointed that’s a disaster
@@goldwin14 I waited 2.5 months
I am in Las Vegas
@@hafidhafid1396 I paid 28.800$ out the door including tax and all the fees
Is GREAT car YOUR Toyota cross Corolla now?
I think that it depends on how much room you need. With just my wife and I and our Golden Retriever, the 2023 Corolla Cross is just fine for us. If you have to carry three or four teens or adult passengers on a regular basis, the RAV4 would be more suitable. Smaller children would be comfortable in the Cross.
I bought RAV4 , and very happy with it.
A big point for me is the RAV4 has a trailer tow package which I don't think the Corolla Cross offers. I had a 96 Corolla manual transmission which went 284,000 kilometers before I sold it. It was burning 1 litre of oil every 1000 kilometers at that point but it was a good car. We spend so much on vehicles and their maintenance and upkeep it is a very important decision to make and I appreciate any advice I can get.
Cross is making some serious noise. Incredible value.
The Rav4 is better, but the Corolla Cross is good for those who don't need the extra space. I may chose the Corolla Cross if it was a daily commuter car and the majority of the time I was alone. If I was looking for a family SUV the the Rav4 is the best one. I wooud also consider the hybrid model if the dealers weren't marking them up so much. The localToyota dealer wanted $8,000 more for the hybrid and $20,000 more for the Prime.
I was waiting for the cross, then found out that it doesn't have a rear wiper on the base model...i'm okay with hubcaps and black mirror, but that is so stupid! Rear visibility means safety, not a place to skimp on! Then the LE is too close in price with the rav4 so the cross is out for me...
Yeah, the rear wiper is key especially in areas with a lot of snow!
Even the acclaimed BZ4X doesn't have one!
Strange!
@@adstix I just could not buy a hatchback without one, in snow or rsin you lose rear visibility...ioniq 5 and ev6 also....
Toyota seems to be nickel and diming people lately.
Great Review! The Corolla Cross should have the RAV4 2.5 liter engine and transmission.
I like your idea but I don’t think they will do it.
Because it mean rav4 will forgotten forever and replacing by Corolla Cross as the new generation 😎 with less space and less money spend for the feature as the rav4
The RAV4 doesn’t come standard with BSM/RCTA. Can’t wait for the Corolla cross hybrid 2.0!
Great review as always. The Cross gets my vote, but I will cast my ballot when the hybrid arrives.
@Ululu Kululu 194HP according to official website
love both but honestly im waiting for cross hybrid!!!
Me too.
me three
I'll take the Corrolla 2.0 basic motor- it will last a lot longer then the hybrid...
Why?
I agree tried and tested over the years.
@@stendecstretcher5678 they've made hybrids for 20 years...
If anyone has mastered hybrid engines...its toyota. The prius has n been around nearly for 2 decades.
Do you know Toyota Hybrid Battery have 10years warranty(??)
for me, its more than enough time to upgrade newer model
The RAV4 Hybrid being the “fuel economy champion” is the main reason I bought it.
Not crazy about the over fenders on the RAV4. I’m curious if there’s more cargo space in the Cross compared to my ‘19 Corolla Hatchback. Not much leg room in the Back seat in my hatch. A grocery trip also requires that I fill up the cargo space AND the back seat. I’ll test drive the Rav 4. I’m 5’1”, so maybe the Cross will be easier for me to see out of.
I had the corolla hatchback, now have the cross and yes the trunk space is much bigger. Its about 2x the size. I am also 5'3 and easy to get in and out. What surprised me, the cross has better gas mileage than the hatchback both in town and highway driving. Its sluggish on the highway but the pros are significant.
Like them both. I'll definitely go for the RAV4 HYBRID
If you can't afford RAV 4 go with Cross
The engines of all these cars are smaller in Asia. China only has 2.0L CVT Rav4. In other asian places, even corolla cross is further degraded to 1.8L. But in
North America, high way speed limit is only 100-110. It's like a paradox
Longevity, space, and fuel economy are the most important factors for me in a car, so it is the RAV4 Hybrid all the way for me.
Until cablegate hits you!
@@familydad3241 what do u mean cablegate??
Research RAV4 cablegate
i wouldn't buy ay other company than Toyota.
I think i'd go all in for Rav4 hybrid prime since i'd buy it to drive it for a lifetime. I currently have a 98 corolla which is as old as me lol.
i think the corolla cross is good for someone who wants to change after for example 10/15 years and save some money at the same time while trading off the look.
Good comparison, thank you.
I would get a corolla cross if there is a prime version I'd get it.
In Indonesia we have corolla cross hybrid but no rav4 the ultimate suv especially the rav4 prime
Great breakdown of the 2 maybe revisit this again once the hybrid is out. Also dude what is it with you and engine noise.... seriously engine noise is the heart of a car I for 1 drive a Ford XR6T Barra with 1000 hp now that beast makes noise and it's like a symphony to my tuned ears Given your in the USA check out Ross Reviews an American living in Western Australia mate Ross loves these cars and man he will convert you too lol.
I'm waiting for the cross hybrid and hoping the yaris cross hybrid will also be available in Canada in a few years. I absolutely love my Prius C. My next car will also be a Toyota hybrid. I can't possibly go back to gas only.
The cross is so slow though. I took one for test drive at the dealership and it was the so slow of consider it a hazard when merging on the highway. On top of that an inferior transmission... was a major no go for me. They need a stronger engine and a traditional automatic transmission in that thing for it to be good.
The coming hybrid might solve that
This review is correct. The Cross has no power.
Can you please assist? You are referring to the hybrid option of corolla cross?? Coz i just went to toyota for the hybric and no issues like these were mentioned..
@@lucas_8358 not the hybrid
Sport mode would fix that
Which one has back sensors? That is vital for my purchase decision!
Thank you for the comparison! This is very helpful! :)
Corolla cross for more urban drivers, and the RAV4 for more outdoors people.
For me I go with RAV4
Thanks for the review. How about choice between corolla cross and Sportage?
Wow! Here in South Africa the difference between the two entry level models is around $14000.
Engine and transmissions are different
I haven’t liked the steering in the past on the Toyotas. Has that improved?
define in the past ? what years ?
@@ReflectorExe I was looking for a compact car and tested a Corolla Limited, Civic Touring and Mazda3 Premium, and the Corolla was easily the worst driving of the three. That's not to mention the interior, the Honda and Mazda were leagues above the Toyota in terms of interior quality.
I'll get that it's several thousand dollars cheaper than it's rivals, but I can't help but feel that the only reason someone would buy a Corolla was if they never actually test drove any other car in it's class. Many Toyota buyers only seem to care about the badge, and not the car.
@@scrungycat407 No they buy the Toyota because pretty seats are useless when your car dies at 100k. The Toyota keeps on driving. Not that the others are bad, just less likely to last as long without issues.
I keep getting distracted by all the beautiful shots of atx
considering that RAV4's performance is better....would you buy a 2018 RAV4 over the corolla cross?
With the hybrids, is there still a catching on fire concern? Where I live, my brother won't allow it in the driveway.
They had an issue with the charge cable that powers the hybrid system corroding
It always will be with E-cars.
RAV4 has a Subaru look about it with its edgy styling. Corolla Cross has softer lines.
The RAV 4 will last forever with that transmission. The RAV 4 is much better.
Would it be possible to compare Highlander 2022 hybird vs 2022 Sienna hybrid? I would like to decide between them.
Good one! I will try but I already have a video on the Highlander Hybrid so check that one out!
I heard the Sienna is the way to go.
@@elmorocha4973 I placed an order fro Sienna, it will take about six to eight months to get delivered.
good for you NR because, my sister in law just told the folks at the toy dealer are just peddlers for whatever is on the floor.
@@elmorocha4973 Way to go for what? It depends on the usage. If you are going to take a bunch small kids to the soccer games on the weekend, then the Sienna is probably a good choice. However, if you do any adventures, like to go camping, do any hiking, climbing, etc., then the Highlander is the only choice between the two.
I wanted the corolla cross hybrid, but there is no spare tire in there. Thats a big no. Had to look into the rav4
Corolla cross xle does come with blind spot monitoring right?
I am tired plug in and out my phone i can’t deal another plug in and out for car i preordered 2022 rav4 xle premium
The Cross Hybrid has been in the matket for quite sometime already. This review is thus not fitting anymore.
The Hybrid isn’t available in North America yet..only the gas model
No not true. Not for sale in USA. This review is still quite fitting.
In the Netherlands expected late September.
Love the video
What is the price of the two cars.
I don't like a cvt on the corolla cross
Besides Mazda in this category what vehicle doesn’t have cvt?
@@moeanthony9308 camry doesn't have a cvt honda Ridgeline, the odyssey hyundai and kia on certain models don't have a cvt I avoid cvt because of the issue with the lack of a real transmission
@@stephenwinter8892 I mentioned in this segment Camry is a Sedan Ridgeline is gigantic compared to any in that segment and odessey is a van
So going back to the segment or category,please tell me how many choices you have keeping in line with Reliable cvts from Honda and Toyota? Not many is there? Hyundai? I would be more concerned about the engine first cvt or not
@@stephenwinter8892 most cars in the corolla cross’s segment have a CVT
I like the corolla cross for now
Totoally agree with your opinion.
I'm waiting for the cross hybrid
I want the cross. I just can't fi d one available to buy right now.
Can you turn up volume?
We bought a cross hybrid in Zimbabwe
ill just bring out my 96 ford contour if i want the slow experience😂
CAROLLA CROSS is the BEST 💪
big disappointment when it runs on a CVT for gas impro and timing belt to cut back on noise, no muscle there especially on the AWD
Do you have any recommendations for a highway-quiet midsize SUV? Silence and comfort are my only need.
Depends on your budget. The Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-50 are both good, but if you have a larger budget then no question get a Lexus RX.
@@carhelpcorner Thank you for your reply!
price difference is too small to buy corolla instead of rav4
Dear Sir here in Israel today there is no option to choose between those two cars, Toyota doesn't sell yet the Corolla cross, maybe in the year 2024 it will be a real option to choose.
RAV has it on looks, but the Cross is a better buy at the gas level. We would consider only a hybrid from here on.
Слава украине во составе Российское Федерации!!!!
Ура ура ура!!!
I would say go for urban cruiser
It just depends how deep is your pocket
That's what he said! 😆
Conclusion?
Your figures for liters per 100 kilometers are completely wrong. You have miscalculated
You have to put money down as a deposit and wait 90 days for your car. Naww
I respect that Toyotas are reliable and don't depreciate as much as their competitors but the thrill of driving a Toyota just isn't there. Toyota just seems mundane and boring now.
That's open to debate with the newer cars. Surely, there's no point owning a car if it isn't dependable? 🙄
@@leegorman8322 Funny you mentioned newer cars and dependability. If you want a laugh, check out the current recall list for all makers. Ironic, no? Oh, and nobody buys a Lamborghini bc it's dependable. Might be a stretch of a comparison but you know what I mean. Original point still stands. Toyota = 🥱😴💤
@@leegorman8322 I'm not sure where you live but with all the restrictions the US places on the automotive industry, seems like we get the short of the stick compared to the models that are offered across the pond. 😭😭😭
@@leegorman8322 Exactly. I know many hate on Chr but driving and handling is superb . Beyond boring.
I drive an Audi Q5, far superior to a RAV4 in terms of everything, except gas mileage and longevity of components. I'm a DIY, so all maintenance and repairs on done by me. However....as I'm getting older, early 40s, I realized I'm not as enthusiastic about doing car repairs anymore, and I still prefer not to take my car to the stealership. So I'm going back to Toyota/Lexus again, where I never had to repair/replace anything when my vehicles were below 120k miles. Of course this is my old experience and opinion.
Waiting to order my Toyota Corolla Cross soon! I prefer the Hybrid but not sure I can wait. 😁
Trust me it’s going to be worth the wait! It’s coming this fall!
That's not a bad problem to have 😉
Cross is good enough
You can’t decide what is important to a customer.
Ask what they have & what they want different
That will tell you what to present.
It’s not about which is better.
It is about which is better for their wants, needs, desires.
Show them, based on their request.
They will tell you which one they want to buy 🚙 🚗
The Corolla Cross is a pointless vehicle, except perhaps to gain buyers from existing Corolla fans. If you like the Corolla that much, then just get a Corolla. If you want a compact crossover, then go with the RAV4. Trying to get a vehicle that does both will just be a vehicle that is not designed to do anything well.
However, most people will eventually figure out that it is too close to the RAV4, but at the same time, the RAV4 beats the Corolla Cross in every way, and as a result, and Toyota's experiment with this will play out quickly.
@Alim B. You are way off. For starters, if you think the RAV4 is too big, then the Corolla Cross is too big as well. The wheelbase difference is literally 2 inches. So, if you think the RAV4 is too big, then getting a Corolla Cross isn't going to make much difference. If you want something noticeably smaller than a RAV4, you might as well get a C-HR in that case. In any case, with the RAV4, C-HR, and now adding the Corolla Cross, there is too much overlap in a crowded space, on top of already-crowded and fiercely competitive crossover segment. Toyota will end up killing one of them off (just like they did with the Land Cruiser in the large SUV segment) and it definitely will not be the RAV4. Whereas, the Corolla Cross is a gutless wonder with pathetic HP.
The RAV4 is not only the most popular crossover, but more RAV4's have been sold than any other vehicle, and that trend has not been slowing down. The RAV4 is the #1 seller.
@@__Paul__ regular corrolla cannot drive in Canadian winter
@@HistoricalWeapons Right, so that is why you would not bother with a Corolla Cross, hence my previous comment. Just get a RAV4.
Corolla cross is a Crap...toyota took the exact same engine from sedan corolla and fitted in onto a cross...but doesnt perform well corolla cross is tall and AWD and more weight too...engine could not perform well...noisy and drags ....CVT transmission is ugly noisy and cheap transmission even tho its a toyota made CVT but still never as great as conventional Automatic transmission....in terms of performance...better drive feel and longer transmission life...
Put the roof rails back on all the LEs, you cheapskates.
Corolla has CVT trasmisión. Not reliable. My Rav 4 is automatically trasmisión. My 2010 Corolla never has transmission problems. Because used automatically .not CVT . You are saying the truth about CVT . Break down to soon .
Big difference between ectv&cvt.Which hybrids has ectv
For me none of them. I will never ever buy a toyotas again. I will take a Hondas accord civic and Crvs. Those are excellent cars in real life and it's way for fun than [BORING TOYOTA]
What one can a 510 person lay down in, in case of camping, emergency, world war, zombie apocalypse or getting kicked out of your grandma's basement
👍👏👏👏
Mini couper