@Stacey S I think you made a typo with the 254.5... my city-driving mpg is around 27-28 and my highway average is just like yours, 34-37 mpg, which I find amazing!!
Family member bought a Kia, and another a Hyundai. 3 years and 4 years old, both having engine problems, paint problems, plastics breaking.. for a cheap car you’re getting something you know will last. Cheap cars are cheap cars, this doesn’t seem like it should be as cheap as it is in todays climate.
low profile tires ang the road thats why its noisy... i got the L trim ..its not that noisy...im happy with my toyota saves me money on power steering , stop shut offf and go and the only issues but problem on me is kinda a bit slow when you get in into freeway .. over all i love it...
One thing we can all agree. It’s better than a Nissan. I know because I have a Nissan. Dumb me for not doing my research before buying. Going to trade my Nissan Versa for a Corolla Cross soon.
It’s not that…it’s compared to basically everything in its class including smaller vehicles….which have a fair amount more room. Do you have to get all butt hurt about a video?
@@PrimeAutotainment I really love your videos.. Im stuck between cross and seltos .. I'm looking for fuel efficiency and reliability.. could you please reply me..
Probably the main competitor is the Honda HR-V. It's a good thing the HR-V avoided putting that 1.5 L Turbo oil diluter in and went with the less powerful, but more reliable, 2.0 L. Those that want a little better mileage and don't need more legroom than the Toyota offers will probably love the Corolla Cross. Those that want more rear legroom or a bit more composure on the road will probably go with the Honda. Those that want AWD should probably go with the Subaru Crosstrek, because Subaru is king when it comes to AWD traction. It's pretty funny that these vehicles are being labeled "sport utility vehicles". They're station wagons. There's nothing wrong with that, but these aren't rough and tumble off road machines. They're compact cars that are slightly elevated with an extended roofline instead of a trunk or hatch.
HR-V with underpowered engine it's a no-no for many buyers .I own 2016 civic with 1.5 turbo and we never had problems with oil dilution, surely not a rocket but fast and fun. I test drove previous generation HE-V and it was slow, versatility is great, but that engine...
I can't say for sure, but the road noise can sometimes be as simple as the wrong brand of tires. I have owned several cars, and 4 of them were Hondas (notorious for road noise) and sometimes the brand of tires makes a significant difference.
Same experience with tires. Had tires that were noisy and stiff, then the next set were super quiet and comfy. I really do my homework now, before buying tire.
Thank you so much for this, I am between the HRV, corolla cross, and the sub Crosstrek. The video helped me probably rule out the corolla cross, just too small! The HRV is my dream, but getting one is the biggest challenge!
@@ladyj5682 I don't like the RAV4 at all, the inside I feel is ugly, and it just doesn't have the same drive quality as a Honda SUV, I have driven both. The highlander would be my top choice, but that is out of my price range for a commuter vehicle and a bit too big. I couldn't get an HRV in a reasonable amount of time so I went with a new Honda CRV and I love it so far!
@bettysmith4527 I can see that. Toyota isn't known for the features they put on the inside but the engine and transmission reliability. I drove a 2012 Honda CRV and a 2012 Honda Accord both brand new. The Accord drove like a tin can and the pic up and go of CRV was not even as good as the 2012 Toyota Camry. I not that impressed with the Rav 4 as far as looks until the 2019 models started. The longetivity and reliability of Toyota is what keeps me coming back. In 2012, I brought the brand new 2012 Camry, and it outshined Honda to me. The CRV and Rav 4 are a toss-up, but bc of my good experience with Toyota, more than likely a 2019 model Rav 4 is in my future. Recently I gave my sister my Toyota Camry in excellent condition and got. Cadallic XTS. I am looking for a reasonable side car with ability to carry things like a small truck. Considering CRV or Toyota Scion. I will never find a Rav 4 at a reasonable price with decent miles, I don't think
Ugh . I’m doing a really good research on this car. Part of me wants it , the only thing that kind of stops me from getting it is knowing it has a CVT transmission .
Toyota CVT's are reliable. The power is not enough to affect it. The new 10 speed automatics are too big and inefficient for this. Also Toyota uses a fixed 1st gear in Corolla so maybe in this as well.
Scotty Kilmer seems to approve of this cvt. I have a 2018 Versa. The cvt on it is junk. I’m preparing to trade it in for a Corolla cross very soon before major repairs are needed.
@@Al-ok1lj how many miles do you have in your versa ? I got the Nissan rogue 2020 and now I wanna trade in for a Camry lmao . My car is fine , is just people telling me I messed up by getting a Nissan
Mine is a 2024. The safety system stopped working while going 55 mph (Curvy road). The car is only 3000 miles. I'm still waiting for them to give it back to me.
Drive fatigue is a major cause of road accidents and there is a fair amount of research supporting the adverse effects of road noise and driver fatigue. This should be a buying consideration for anyone who spends much time behind the wheel.
I really am digging the Corolla Cross and will seriously consider it in AWD when I move back to Buffalo,NY from Florida. I currently own a 2020 GMC 😅Terrain Denali FWD. I really like it but it’s still a GM with a turbo and direct injection only so I will have concerns about its longevity as it ages. I like the bells and whistles but I’m also wanting to get back to basic with my next vehicle and purchase something more for value, utility and all those important but boring things. The noisy interior is a concern for me. I will have to drive one to see how much it bothers me. I wonder if would be worth popping off the door panels and taking out the seats and carpeting to add sound deadening since this seems like a vehicle I’d buy and keep for years and years.
Forget it in Toronto, one Salesman told me it took over a year of waiting list ! While the other who l deals with before whispers in my ear " it's a lie, took 2 years "
Thank God I watched this video. I was looking at one because it's smaller than the RAV4 and I've got a tight driveway there's no way in hell I would buy this car now thank you.
Yours is a two-year old + version. So, what I can add - having a 2024 LE purchased in late August, 2024; now just past 500 miles. A very smooth transmission (totally gasoline traditional - not a hybrid). Almost silent. Pretty nimble acceleration, no real "strain" in achieving "60"(... and, why do testers always assume drivers will be "lead-foots"? 🤔🤷♂) . Or, passing others. I THINK some of that first year or two models sluggishness might have had to do with it being (1) brand-new model (2) in a brand-new factory (?) - Huntsville, Alabama. It's quite pleasant to drive. (... but - a caveat. I previously only owned well-loved, bumpy Toyota trucks for 35 years). Fine, quick handling. Excellent visibility. Nice, high lower wheel clearance for a small SUV. Delivery (meaning, fit-finish; everything. And, I check EVERYTHING; before accepting delivery) was typically Toyota excellent - though, yeah - cheaper materials, with everything. And, not nearly enough storage compartments. Tiny glove boxes. 🤷♀ If I have a real later concern down the road: all the damn electronics. Way too much. Engineers in love with themselves again. Will all that computerization hold up 5-6-7-8 years? I think it always has to be re-said: maintenance is everything. Fluid changes, filters, etc. The big question - for me - will be if it achieves the legendary Corolla durability. Check back with me in 10-12 years. Meantime, I paid a solid amount extra for the extended Toyota Platinum warranty, for a good reason. Just in case. Repairs aren't getting any cheaper. 😉😆
I wish they would bring by back the Matrix and I have had the Pontiac Vibe AWD. Love it. The Vibe is better insulated. Great for gardening, pets, traveling, and moving belongings back and forth. I do (TNR) Trap Neuter Return for two groups. It's wonderful for that. AND lots of leg room front and back. My elderly parents lived mine and bought one for themselves. They loved it.
for me, the noise coming in from outside while driving is something very important due to the fact that i am always on the road. i dislike hearing the wind with the windows closed; one con i cannot accept. I was contemplating between the cross, the kona, and the hr-v. i guess, now i have two to chose from. the one from the kona is that its 1.4 inches lower than the cross.
The Rav4 has the same road noise problem. Toyota went super cheap on the interior insulation. Someone should open up the body panels and see how much interior insulation the CC actually has.
The tires and roof racks contribute greatly to the road noise. For long trips, I remove the roof racks. (tape the holes). I owned a 2020 Rav4 LE without roof racks and Michelin tires and it was very noticeably quieter than my 2021 Rav4 XLE with Toyo tires and a roof rack.
Combined legroom is not a good nor accurate way of measuring legroom as diff makers measure differently and due to how adjustable the front seats are it will impact back leg room. Min and max legroom should be measured independently for front and rear rows.
Even if it’s not perfect, I can’t line every vehicle in the class up next to each other and move the seats all different ways and take measurements from every angle. Regardless, every brand will credit themselves as much as possible for measurements and it’s the one standard everyone can go off. The point still stands that it doesn’t have very good legroom considering it’s overall size.
You got a good point there. I was sitting in the back seat of a Kona and by looking at this video, it didn't seem to have more legroom than in this Corolla Cross.
Lol this is a common road. It’s not interstate cement, but it’s not a gravel road. I do my noise testing on the same surfaces with every vehicle at the same location and the same speed. Smooth surface or rough surface, it’s louder than most others.
Rented one of these. It is definitely noisy yet easy drive around town as a single person or couple. I love it as an everyday car but wouldn't pay over 23k for this brand new. Just upgrade to Rav 4 for higher pricing. Looks nice too snd lights shine great at night
To be fair, the street on which you start driving at 0:19 looks extremely rough! It REALLY needs to be resurfaced. I think probably most cars riding on such a surface would have road noise on some level, and the type/brand of tire also influences noise. I wonder why you didn't pick a more normal, smoother street for this drive. 🤔
I use this road and a smooth interstate road for ALL cars and the same locations for all decibel tests. This let’s quiet cars show how quiet they really are and loud cars show how loud they really are. Even on the interstate the Corolla Cross is louder than many.
im getting a cross coming from driving a vw beetle for 3 years so any back legroom is an improvement lol, especially since I'm 5'8 and like to push my seat back all the way
also im 22 and dont plan on having any kids in the foreseeable future and in the time I had my beetle ive probably had an adult in the backseat less than 5 times
Yes, road noise is worse than my 2003 S10 Chevrolet truck, only if the road is absolutely smooth is it a quiet drive. As far as I can tell, there is no cigarette lighter.
I love mine just upset bout leg room in the backseat and no cip holders in the back seat grandkids don't like that!! I don't pay much attention to road noise talking and music drown that out I have the LE model!!!
I have LE trim for 3 weeks now,and I love it. I’m 5 feet tall the noise is okay only when you take the highway it takes little time for the speed. I didn’t have nobody in the back seat yet.
Thanks for the video. I have contacted at least 10 dealerships here in Michigan, USA. Every one of the sales persons have lied. In the section on the contract where they list optional accessories for example each dealership stated they are unable to remove those accessories. (I'm not talking about the manufacturer accessories ). I asked salesperson to explain the word optional. I told dealership after dealership I don't need the 250 dollar floor mats for example. The response is manufacturer already put them in. Liar for 🤑🤑
@@jamesmedina2062 Thanks. Before my car stopped running around last month I purchased Weather tech car floor mats on sale at costco . They are practically brand new. I tell that to dealerships and the response is I still have to pay for more for more floor mats because they come with the car.😉
I think the issue is that unless you custom order a vehicle, the optional equipment is added at the factory in any number of configurations and is listed on the window sticker by the manufacturer, so in a sense, it's "pre-sold" with the car and can't be undone at the dealership level. My car came with mats, a roof rack, mud flaps and a door edge guard. The MSRP includes these add-ons. If the car is resold in the future, the buyer can look up the original sticker and see that mats came with the car and expect them to be included.
I own this car too and the vin number is start with 7. It is made in New Zealand. The interior quality is very bad， the worst I have for Toyota car I owned before
I'm looking for a small SUV with a decent HP engine. It also seems that every maker thinks that black or grey interior is all the public wants. Any suggestions? I've been driving Nissans for the last 20 years & have never had an issue with any of them but their SUVS have nearly no rear visibility. Anyone have suggestions?
I purchased the cross 4/2022 have 5000 on it so far yes it's smaller than the rav-4 also cost is a big thing between the cross and rav 4 I also looked at honda hr v base model $$ no thanks NO! safety features and the cr v $$$$ way to costly so there is my opinion the real negative on the cross I have is it lacks power when the A/C is on no power if it came with a 2.4 motor is would be great !!
it has mutch better driver and front passanger space and comfort for taller people -- you cant be passenger in front of rav4 if you are 190cm+ you literaly hit the sealing
First of it was my mistake to watched your video, secondly when you are going to give feedback back you should be honest and start with positive and negative at the end, but it looks that you are working for the Toyota competitors.
@@ttlee at that height you cannot fit yourself comfortably in back seat. I tested the car in person and was disappointed with the legroom on the 2nd row. In addition, you want to carry at most 4 people in this car.
Could you tell me what type of rear suspension in this suv hope multilink independent suspension with lower and upper arm (or cheep and not much comfortable Rigid axel) Also what about front is ti double wishbone or macpherson strut suspension anybody can say
@@LeonGreen77 cheep and fantastic reliable good value for money but it is better to buy suv equipped with double wishbone suspension for front ant multilink suspension for rear
For the road noise, you can blame Mazda. The Corolla Cross is a Mazda CX-3 with a Toyota powertrain and "toyotafied" interior. The Corolla Cross is part of a joint venture between Mazda and Toyota.
I haven’t noticed too much noise the way he did, yes it does appear to be noisy when you just started the engine and does not give it a min or two to warm up a bit and start driving immediately. My personal dislike abt this car is the speed it comes with it’s apparently slower than its competitors. Overall is the real value for money vehicle.
Just saw a sweet 2015 Lexus GS 350 for $22,350 on TrueCars in Phoenix with 85k miles that's extremely tempting, the only damage is the wheels have curb scrapes.
I agreed with everything you said, toyota rarely makes good legroom in their vehicles. The prices are wish washing on some sites some are exponentially high sick of vehicle price gauging, when you blink the prices go up thousands.
Yeah it’s a shame they don’t compete with legroom. I hear ya about pricing too. Sick of the status of supply and demand. Hopefully things straighten out soon…
This is a completely new 2022 model and they’re using the old 2.0 Toyota safety sense…not the current or newer 2.5 or 3.0 that’s available. Wireless CarPlay/android, although super minor should also be in an all- new 2022 vehicle. Toyota Intentionally handcuffed this Corolla Cross to push buyers into the RAV4 or Hybrid. That’s my complaint
I’m not sure on the complaints he has. Most of them are valid but the upgrades he’s speaking of are on the 2023 model, it comes standard on both gas and hybrid options for the 2023, but the 2022 came out last year, and I’ve had mine for about 10 months. No issues but would like to move up to the hybrid
I test all vehicles on the same section of road at the same speeds and under the same conditions, multiple times. The road surface is a typical road surface, but even on smooth interstate concrete, this vehicle is louder than many. That’s why I pointed it out. So for fairness…it’s tested the exact same way every other vehicle is, and it’s louder..objectively
Honda missed the boat staying away from hybrid drives, IMO Now it’ll take them time to ramp up, and some customers will get lost to Korean or other car makers
Road noise? Where are you driving?, it looks like downtowh Kherson, after a russian atilleri strike... Now in the EU we have budgets for new tarmac once in a while, and maybe the car is better suited for that market.
I use a a lapel microphone at all times. I apologize there was a lot of background cicada noise while outside the vehicle, and while driving the road noise is so intense that it just blows that up. That’s part of my complaint, the road noise
I havee a C-hr and for now its good size for me. I dont really have use for a bigger small SUV, them the car i have now. But my mom have talked that she might would test drive this car. But one problems. That it difficult to find a car where we can have a dog cage in it.
why do you need a dog cage? The big kennels are more for the home. I think what matters most is getting white or silver at least to keep the vehicle cooler. You can use a separator if you really want to keep the pooch in rear area. Remember rear vents are on this I think.
I own the AWD and you have made at the very least 5 mistakes in this report. Mine does have the upgrades in the radio but does not have remote start so it is not the top line radio. It is not noisy on roads esp if the roads are not torn up like yours is (bad play IMHO). The engine has direct injection for fuel economy AND port injection to help keep the valves clean of debri build up which is a major plus in this engine. It also has the lane sensors and collision avoidance, again not the top line and finally I am 6 feet tall and have no issue with a rear passenger seating behind me. You show a reclined car seat jumbo size (again a bad play IMHO) taking up lots of room. I suggest you buy a Nissan or better yet a BMW to suite your off beat lifestyle.
What year is it? And is it hybrid? Because the things I stated are not false. - noisy, compared to the competition tested in the exact same road surfaces (including a smooth concrete surface)..it’s objectively louder with decibel measurements. - yes, direct and port. - not a “jumbo” size. It’s just not a “small” size. It’s the “safe” size. Regardless..it has less legroom than some competitors including some that have smaller exterior dimensions. - off beat lifestyle lol..dude I drive a 2004 Toyota..
BS! 2022 LE. I drove whats out there. The only bad thing about the vehicle is they should have put the 2.5 liter engine in it. Yes your the gay type. There I said it.@@PrimeAutotainment
Those Continentals have stiff belts and adds to the road noise esp on rough roads so it is the tires that are noisy on some roads. You are NOT a car expert by any means, this is why I had to correct you.
A complete missed opportunity imo. But hey Toyota customers care nothing but the badge thinking it'll last forever and better resale than anything ever existed 😅😅😅
@@hedgehogthesonic3181 used car yes Toyota might give you less headaches compare to pretty much any other brand. But for a brand new car there's warranty.
Late comment here, but I agree 100 percent. For my hard earned money , I want to have to have a vehicle that I like to look at and be in every time I drive it. I'll take that and a great warranty any day .
Sitting in the back seat is like sitting in a prison van. Poor visibility, tiny small back window. Hate the sloping roof. It’s designed around short people. Was hoping for much more.
2 years with my AWD Corolla Cross, I'm single and it has been all positive!
U don’t mind the road noise/rough ride?
I have had my Cross for a few months now, and really love it!
Hey Stacy, we meet again! So glad to hear that you're loving your Cross. I'm still in love with mine!
@@catbirdler Soooo good!!
Hey Stacy, could you tell me about the fuel efficiency
@Stacey S I think you made a typo with the 254.5... my city-driving mpg is around 27-28 and my highway average is just like yours, 34-37 mpg, which I find amazing!!
@@catbirdler lol Thank you for telling me! I'll fix it now. = ) Also thank you for letting me know about your mpg! Yaayyyy!!
Family member bought a Kia, and another a Hyundai. 3 years and 4 years old, both having engine problems, paint problems, plastics breaking.. for a cheap car you’re getting something you know will last. Cheap cars are cheap cars, this doesn’t seem like it should be as cheap as it is in todays climate.
This is a very thorough review. Seeing the baby seat in the backseat really helped. I was worried about the same thing. Thank you very much.
A very True & excelente review agree 100 %
low profile tires ang the road thats why its noisy... i got the L trim ..its not that noisy...im happy with my toyota saves me money on power steering , stop shut offf and go and the only issues but problem on me is kinda a bit slow when you get in into freeway .. over all i love it...
Glad to hear it, thanks for sharing 👍
but économie, toyota est connu pour anémie du moteur, on achète pas corolla pour la performance,faut évaluer ses besoins, pour moi ben ok
@@manonrichard6444 English Sir
I got my LE 3 weeks ago same opinion ❤️😎
@@Pexman-hu7zw its almost identical to English. Easy to decipher. Anemic engine vs "anemie moteur"
One thing we can all agree. It’s better than a Nissan.
I know because I have a Nissan. Dumb me for not doing my research before buying.
Going to trade my Nissan Versa for a Corolla Cross soon.
I will never get when people complain about a lack of features on the cheaper trims. Like that is the entire point of having higher trims.
This is the car I want. It’s just for me and sometimes my nephew. My music will drown out any noise.
but the 2023 is better tho
@@ashirfaruq3575 why
@@charlieb1140 faster, hybrid, new screen
I got one a few months ago, and really like it!
@@staceys1870 how's the mpg?
OH NO! A SMALL vehicle doesn't have a LOT of room! What madness
It’s not that…it’s compared to basically everything in its class including smaller vehicles….which have a fair amount more room. Do you have to get all butt hurt about a video?
Yeah, dick, I mean Rick. Stop getting butt hurt
@@PrimeAutotainment I really love your videos..
Im stuck between cross and seltos .. I'm looking for fuel efficiency and reliability.. could you please reply me..
What a shanilonbaln 🤣😎😵💫
@@joksy8660 Honda HR-V
Probably the main competitor is the Honda HR-V. It's a good thing the HR-V avoided putting that 1.5 L Turbo oil diluter in and went with the less powerful, but more reliable, 2.0 L. Those that want a little better mileage and don't need more legroom than the Toyota offers will probably love the Corolla Cross. Those that want more rear legroom or a bit more composure on the road will probably go with the Honda. Those that want AWD should probably go with the Subaru Crosstrek, because Subaru is king when it comes to AWD traction. It's pretty funny that these vehicles are being labeled "sport utility vehicles". They're station wagons. There's nothing wrong with that, but these aren't rough and tumble off road machines. They're compact cars that are slightly elevated with an extended roofline instead of a trunk or hatch.
Yes I saw this car and I like it regardless of the minor setbacks
HR-V with underpowered engine it's a no-no for many buyers .I own 2016 civic with 1.5 turbo and we never had problems with oil dilution, surely not a rocket but fast and fun. I test drove previous generation HE-V and it was slow, versatility is great, but that engine...
Another competitor is Crosstek, and Crosstek isn't loud.
I found the CX-30 to be the superior product.
Thank you for the insightful comment! I think i get the differences really well now c:
I can't say for sure, but the road noise can sometimes be as simple as the wrong brand of tires. I have owned several cars, and 4 of them were Hondas (notorious for road noise) and sometimes the brand of tires makes a significant difference.
Same experience with tires. Had tires that were noisy and stiff, then the next set were super quiet and comfy. I really do my homework now, before buying tire.
Toyo Extensa HP II squeak in parking lot but quiet on the road. I agree and did a lot of additional noise insulation in my Civic making it quieter.
@@tomkato6400 Can u share with us what brand was noisy and what brand is super quiet?
Thank you so much for this, I am between the HRV, corolla cross, and the sub Crosstrek. The video helped me probably rule out the corolla cross, just too small! The HRV is my dream, but getting one is the biggest challenge!
@Vasileios Kons Kond I am taling rear passenger leg room, there is like none in the corolla cross!
Toyota Rav 4
@@ladyj5682 I don't like the RAV4 at all, the inside I feel is ugly, and it just doesn't have the same drive quality as a Honda SUV, I have driven both. The highlander would be my top choice, but that is out of my price range for a commuter vehicle and a bit too big. I couldn't get an HRV in a reasonable amount of time so I went with a new Honda CRV and I love it so far!
@bettysmith4527 I can see that. Toyota isn't known for the features they put on the inside but the engine and transmission reliability. I drove a 2012 Honda CRV and a 2012 Honda Accord both brand new. The Accord drove like a tin can and the pic up and go of CRV was not even as good as the 2012 Toyota Camry. I not that impressed with the Rav 4 as far as looks until the 2019 models started. The longetivity and reliability of Toyota is what keeps me coming back. In 2012, I brought the brand new 2012 Camry, and it outshined Honda to me. The CRV and Rav 4 are a toss-up, but bc of my good experience with Toyota, more than likely a 2019 model Rav 4 is in my future. Recently I gave my sister my Toyota Camry in excellent condition and got. Cadallic XTS. I am looking for a reasonable side car with ability to carry things like a small truck. Considering CRV or Toyota Scion. I will never find a Rav 4 at a reasonable price with decent miles, I don't think
HRV back seat sucks.
You had my sub with the car seat.
I like the wind noise on my 15 year old Toyota.
The competitors don’t have wind noise because they don’t drive 😂😂😂
Ugh .
I’m doing a really good research on this car. Part of me wants it , the only thing that kind of stops me from getting it is knowing it has a CVT transmission .
Toyota CVT's are reliable. The power is not enough to affect it. The new 10 speed automatics are too big and inefficient for this. Also Toyota uses a fixed 1st gear in Corolla so maybe in this as well.
Wait for the hybrid.
Scotty Kilmer seems to approve of this cvt.
I have a 2018 Versa. The cvt on it is junk. I’m preparing to trade it in for a Corolla cross very soon before major repairs are needed.
@@Al-ok1lj how many miles do you have in your versa ? I got the Nissan rogue 2020 and now I wanna trade in for a Camry lmao .
My car is fine , is just people telling me I messed up by getting a Nissan
Get a rav4 Le base awd. If you can get for msrp
Mine is a 2024. The safety system stopped working while going 55 mph (Curvy road). The car is only 3000 miles. I'm still waiting for them to give it back to me.
In other words, wait a few years before considering this suv. Toyota will have to update a lot of things.
Drive fatigue is a major cause of road accidents and there is a fair amount of research supporting the adverse effects of road noise and driver fatigue. This should be a buying consideration for anyone who spends much time behind the wheel.
I really am digging the Corolla Cross and will seriously consider it in AWD when I move back to Buffalo,NY from Florida. I currently own a 2020 GMC 😅Terrain Denali FWD. I really like it but it’s still a GM with a turbo and direct injection only so I will have concerns about its longevity as it ages. I like the bells and whistles but I’m also wanting to get back to basic with my next vehicle and purchase something more for value, utility and all those important but boring things. The noisy interior is a concern for me. I will have to drive one to see how much it bothers me. I wonder if would be worth popping off the door panels and taking out the seats and carpeting to add sound deadening since this seems like a vehicle I’d buy and keep for years and years.
Thank you for your honesty ❤
Forget it in Toronto, one Salesman told me it took over a year of waiting list ! While the other who l deals with before whispers in my ear " it's a lie, took 2 years "
I got it within a week
I'm getting mine after 6 months of wait.
Thank God I watched this video. I was looking at one because it's smaller than the RAV4 and I've got a tight driveway there's no way in hell I would buy this car now thank you.
Just turn up the radio. That's what I did when my boss just got 4 new cheap tires for my company car, an Impreza. lol
If your driveway won’t accommodate a larger vehicle you need to move.
I have a 2020 Corolla Sedan and its quite and Quick,, 2.0
Yours is a two-year old + version. So, what I can add - having a 2024 LE purchased in late August, 2024; now just past 500 miles. A very smooth transmission (totally gasoline traditional - not a hybrid). Almost silent. Pretty nimble acceleration, no real "strain" in achieving "60"(... and, why do testers always assume drivers will be "lead-foots"? 🤔🤷♂) . Or, passing others. I THINK some of that first year or two models sluggishness might have had to do with it being (1) brand-new model (2) in a brand-new factory (?) - Huntsville, Alabama. It's quite pleasant to drive. (... but - a caveat. I previously only owned well-loved, bumpy Toyota trucks for 35 years). Fine, quick handling. Excellent visibility. Nice, high lower wheel clearance for a small SUV. Delivery (meaning, fit-finish; everything. And, I check EVERYTHING; before accepting delivery) was typically Toyota excellent - though, yeah - cheaper materials, with everything. And, not nearly enough storage compartments. Tiny glove boxes. 🤷♀ If I have a real later concern down the road: all the damn electronics. Way too much. Engineers in love with themselves again. Will all that computerization hold up 5-6-7-8 years? I think it always has to be re-said: maintenance is everything. Fluid changes, filters, etc. The big question - for me - will be if it achieves the legendary Corolla durability. Check back with me in 10-12 years. Meantime, I paid a solid amount extra for the extended Toyota Platinum warranty, for a good reason. Just in case. Repairs aren't getting any cheaper. 😉😆
I wish they would bring by back the Matrix and I have had the Pontiac Vibe AWD. Love it. The Vibe is better insulated. Great for gardening, pets, traveling, and moving belongings back and forth. I do (TNR) Trap Neuter Return for two groups. It's wonderful for that. AND lots of leg room front and back. My elderly parents lived mine and bought one for themselves. They loved it.
I had two Matrixs at one point, greta all around car
I for one just enjoyed the sprinkler system sound. Does that come with the car?
It’s an upgrade
for me, the noise coming in from outside while driving is something very important due to the fact that i am always on the road. i dislike hearing the wind with the windows closed; one con i cannot accept. I was contemplating between the cross, the kona, and the hr-v. i guess, now i have two to chose from. the one from the kona is that its 1.4 inches lower than the cross.
Toyota wants you to upgrade to the rav4 if interior space nd cargo room is a convern. This is basically a corolla hence "corolla" cross
Most smaller cars are like that with car seats. That's why I always put the car seat in the middle. Then on the side once it's rearward facing.
A true review! like u..
I ended up buying a mazda. Totally different driving experience. Love the Mazda CX-50
The Rav4 has the same road noise problem. Toyota went super cheap on the interior insulation. Someone should open up the body panels and see how much interior insulation the CC actually has.
The tires and roof racks contribute greatly to the road noise. For long trips, I remove the roof racks. (tape the holes). I owned a 2020 Rav4 LE without roof racks and Michelin tires and it was very noticeably quieter than my 2021 Rav4 XLE with Toyo tires and a roof rack.
Good point
Combined legroom is not a good nor accurate way of measuring legroom as diff makers measure differently and due to how adjustable the front seats are it will impact back leg room. Min and max legroom should be measured independently for front and rear rows.
Even if it’s not perfect, I can’t line every vehicle in the class up next to each other and move the seats all different ways and take measurements from every angle. Regardless, every brand will credit themselves as much as possible for measurements and it’s the one standard everyone can go off.
The point still stands that it doesn’t have very good legroom considering it’s overall size.
You got a good point there. I was sitting in the back seat of a Kona and by looking at this video, it didn't seem to have more legroom than in this Corolla Cross.
Great review. Would love to see a video on the new 2024 Seltos.
Well, there are numerous videos already posted here in YT on the 2024 Seltos. All you need to do is search!
Honest review. Thanks.
I got this car too I would rate 8/10, it safety system is great what I don’t like the legs room is quite small
Interesting the higher versions have insulation on the roof of the engine bay. Maybe it can be added to the L version?
This is budget car , can't have all at this price point. It's common sense.
interesting....
He show 24.4mpg at 2:18
Is it good mpg?
Could anyone else hear that rattlesnake? If you could hear it give me a HELL YEAH! 💀
you drove on a unpaved road man ! i got my LE premium and ok to me !
Lol this is a common road. It’s not interstate cement, but it’s not a gravel road. I do my noise testing on the same surfaces with every vehicle at the same location and the same speed. Smooth surface or rough surface, it’s louder than most others.
@@PrimeAutotainment Don't bother. they can't take the truth
For me the stops back lights, they are in the corner no on the back door
My friend own this Cross too and his cabin is quiet, I'm not sure why yours are noisy.
because it's on the road, driving
What do you think of the performance? I’ve had it for 6months and not a fan when it comes to speed. Definitely not made it accelerate
Rented one of these. It is definitely noisy yet easy drive around town as a single person or couple. I love it as an everyday car but wouldn't pay over 23k for this brand new. Just upgrade to Rav 4 for higher pricing. Looks nice too snd lights shine great at night
To be fair, the street on which you start driving at 0:19 looks extremely rough! It REALLY needs to be resurfaced. I think probably most cars riding on such a surface would have road noise on some level, and the type/brand of tire also influences noise. I wonder why you didn't pick a more normal, smoother street for this drive. 🤔
I use this road and a smooth interstate road for ALL cars and the same locations for all decibel tests. This let’s quiet cars show how quiet they really are and loud cars show how loud they really are. Even on the interstate the Corolla Cross is louder than many.
Better ride than my 4th gen RAV4, but yes, it has no sound insulation.
Can’t wrap my arms around a CVT transmission. A true shame they didn’t offer a standard transmission as an option
It has a first gear. This particular CVT has already been proven world wide.
im getting a cross coming from driving a vw beetle for 3 years so any back legroom is an improvement lol, especially since I'm 5'8 and like to push my seat back all the way
also im 22 and dont plan on having any kids in the foreseeable future and in the time I had my beetle ive probably had an adult in the backseat less than 5 times
Love this
Yes, road noise is worse than my 2003 S10 Chevrolet truck, only if the road is absolutely smooth is it a quiet drive. As far as I can tell, there is no cigarette lighter.
what is it with people and road noise
you are tall, what made ypu purchase the cross vs the rav4? dont that have pretty much the same price?
I love mine just upset bout leg room in the backseat and no cip holders in the back seat grandkids don't like that!! I don't pay much attention to road noise talking and music drown that out
I have the LE model!!!
Glad to hear you love it 👍😎
I have LE trim for 3 weeks now,and I love it. I’m 5 feet tall the noise is okay only when you take the highway it takes little time for the speed. I didn’t have nobody in the back seat yet.
Toyo Extensa tires are quiet maybe these are not
How can you prevent road noise?
A super car. We love it
Thanks for the video. I have contacted at least 10 dealerships here in Michigan, USA. Every one of the sales persons have lied. In the section on the contract where they list optional accessories for example each dealership stated they are unable to remove those accessories. (I'm not talking about the manufacturer accessories ). I asked salesperson to explain the word optional. I told dealership after dealership I don't need the 250 dollar floor mats for example. The response is manufacturer already put them in. Liar for 🤑🤑
Basic floor mats cost 100 and fall apart. Better to have durable ones.
@@jamesmedina2062 Thanks. Before my car stopped running around last month I purchased Weather tech car floor mats on sale at costco . They are practically brand new. I tell that to dealerships and the response is I still have to pay for more for more floor mats because they come with the car.😉
I think the issue is that unless you custom order a vehicle, the optional equipment is added at the factory in any number of configurations and is listed on the window sticker by the manufacturer, so in a sense, it's "pre-sold" with the car and can't be undone at the dealership level. My car came with mats, a roof rack, mud flaps and a door edge guard. The MSRP includes these add-ons. If the car is resold in the future, the buyer can look up the original sticker and see that mats came with the car and expect them to be included.
cheap floor mats suck! If they are reinforced floormats, they are worth the 200 bucks
@@jamesmedina2062 mine were Weather tech.
The most important thing is coming from Toyota.
I own this car too and the vin number is start with 7. It is made in New Zealand. The interior quality is very bad， the worst I have for Toyota car I owned before
I'm looking for a small SUV with a decent HP engine. It also seems that every maker thinks that black or grey interior is all the public wants. Any suggestions? I've been driving Nissans for the last 20 years & have never had an issue with any of them but their SUVS have nearly no rear visibility. Anyone have suggestions?
Maybe mazda cx 3?
@@73cupcake Haven't seen them but will check it out. Thanks.
Can you fit 3 people on the back?
I purchased the cross 4/2022 have 5000 on it so far yes it's smaller than the rav-4 also cost is a big thing between the cross and rav 4 I also looked at honda hr v base model $$ no thanks NO! safety features and the cr v $$$$ way to costly so there is my opinion the real negative on the cross I have is it lacks power when the A/C is on no power if it came with a 2.4 motor is would be great !!
Excellent
it has mutch better driver and front passanger space and comfort for taller people -- you cant be passenger in front of rav4 if you are 190cm+ you literaly hit the sealing
First of it was my mistake to watched your video, secondly when you are going to give feedback back you should be honest and start with positive and negative at the end, but it looks that you are working for the Toyota competitors.
How tall are you? Do you think someone who is 6'4" is able to be comfortable driving or sitting in the front passenger seat? Nice Review BTW.
He said 5’9” in the video
@@ttlee at that height you cannot fit yourself comfortably in back seat. I tested the car in person and was disappointed with the legroom on the 2nd row. In addition, you want to carry at most 4 people in this car.
Debating on this and the Hrv. But this one gives about 300 fuel range on a full tank. Hrv about 500. Test drove both. Cross is a bit cheaper too
Could you tell me what type of rear suspension in this suv hope multilink independent suspension with lower and upper arm (or cheep and not much comfortable Rigid axel) Also what about front is ti double wishbone or macpherson strut suspension anybody can say
MacPherson suspension
@@LeonGreen77 cheep and fantastic reliable good value for money but it is better to buy suv equipped with double wishbone suspension for front ant multilink suspension for rear
For the road noise, you can blame Mazda. The Corolla Cross is a Mazda CX-3 with a Toyota powertrain and "toyotafied" interior. The Corolla Cross is part of a joint venture between Mazda and Toyota.
Acually parts are shared between CX-50 and Cross in Huntsville factory, Alabama
Would be great to have a look at cargo space in back
It’s not part of my pros or cons but I detail the whole cargo area in my full review
I haven’t noticed too much noise the way he did, yes it does appear to be noisy when you just started the engine and does not give it a min or two to warm up a bit and start driving immediately. My personal dislike abt this car is the speed it comes with it’s apparently slower than its competitors. Overall is the real value for money vehicle.
I am old school,. Am i driving or am i, sturdy and longevity
What do you think about Corolla Cross Vs Corolla LE?
Sit in both. Comfort is King! Off road will be better in Cross. Economy and handling worse.
Just saw a sweet 2015 Lexus GS 350 for $22,350 on TrueCars in Phoenix with 85k miles that's extremely tempting, the only damage is the wheels have curb scrapes.
Gad guzzler though.
Barely broken inn
dont get it 🤣✌🏻
I agreed with everything you said, toyota rarely makes good legroom in their vehicles. The prices are wish washing on some sites some are exponentially high sick of vehicle price gauging, when you blink the prices go up thousands.
Yeah it’s a shame they don’t compete with legroom.
I hear ya about pricing too. Sick of the status of supply and demand. Hopefully things straighten out soon…
Why does my 23 cross , struggle up hills????
Waiting for 2023 hybrid offering. Better options fuel ⛽ economy test it out asap please thanks
I've been waiting on the hybrid model since it was first announced.
Wait time will be 12-18 months we were told
Similar to the Nissan Rogue 2013 I have but mine has push button for awd ..
Where do you get one?
That’s the million dollar question lol. Inventory is horrible. Our local Toyota has zero new vehicles on the lot last I saw.
@@PrimeAutotainment Rats. Foiled again. Lol
They are around .. just need to search for them
Nice reviews, however
Your choice of Supra Hugh Baby Carseat cause limited back seat leg room is in your own making ....
Why are you comparing this older year to a hybrid model that hasn't came out yet?
The hybrid is coming out a full year after the model in this video, of course its going to have better features.
This is a completely new 2022 model and they’re using the old 2.0 Toyota safety sense…not the current or newer 2.5 or 3.0 that’s available. Wireless CarPlay/android, although super minor should also be in an all- new 2022 vehicle. Toyota Intentionally handcuffed this Corolla Cross to push buyers into the RAV4 or Hybrid. That’s my complaint
@@PrimeAutotainment Not sure about the upgrade on the safety system but the 2023 will have wireless Apple and Android car play.
I’m not sure on the complaints he has. Most of them are valid but the upgrades he’s speaking of are on the 2023 model, it comes standard on both gas and hybrid options for the 2023, but the 2022 came out last year, and I’ve had mine for about 10 months. No issues but would like to move up to the hybrid
I DONT THINK THE ROAD NOISE ASSESMENT IS FAIR. THE ROAD YOU WERE ON CLEARLY LACKS ANY KIND OF A SURFACE PAVEMENT.
I test all vehicles on the same section of road at the same speeds and under the same conditions, multiple times. The road surface is a typical road surface, but even on smooth interstate concrete, this vehicle is louder than many. That’s why I pointed it out. So for fairness…it’s tested the exact same way every other vehicle is, and it’s louder..objectively
Between this and the Honda hrv, which one do you think is best?
Corolla Cross Hybrid
Honda missed the boat staying away from hybrid drives, IMO
Now it’ll take them time to ramp up, and some customers will get lost to Korean or other car makers
Road noise between Mitsubishi Eclipse cross vs Toyota Corolla cross
Road noise? Where are you driving?, it looks like downtowh Kherson, after a russian atilleri strike... Now in the EU we have budgets for new tarmac once in a while, and maybe the car is better suited for that market.
Couldn't hear you while driving. May want to consider using a mic
I use a a lapel microphone at all times. I apologize there was a lot of background cicada noise while outside the vehicle, and while driving the road noise is so intense that it just blows that up. That’s part of my complaint, the road noise
I havee a C-hr and for now its good size for me. I dont really have use for a bigger small SUV, them the car i have now. But my mom have talked that she might would test drive this car. But one problems. That it difficult to find a car where we can have a dog cage in it.
why do you need a dog cage? The big kennels are more for the home. I think what matters most is getting white or silver at least to keep the vehicle cooler. You can use a separator if you really want to keep the pooch in rear area. Remember rear vents are on this I think.
My 2023 cross struggles to go up hillls
I would love this vehicle, It's just me, myself and I.
Same here. I just put a deposit on one. I have a Civic and the back space looks the same (small). Hopefully the road noise isn't as bad as I've heard.
I own the AWD and you have made at the very least 5 mistakes in this report. Mine does have the upgrades in the radio but does not have remote start so it is not the top line radio. It is not noisy on roads esp if the roads are not torn up like yours is (bad play IMHO). The engine has direct injection for fuel economy AND port injection to help keep the valves clean of debri build up which is a major plus in this engine. It also has the lane sensors and collision avoidance, again not the top line and finally I am 6 feet tall and have no issue with a rear passenger seating behind me. You show a reclined car seat jumbo size (again a bad play IMHO) taking up lots of room. I suggest you buy a Nissan or better yet a BMW to suite your off beat lifestyle.
What year is it? And is it hybrid? Because the things I stated are not false.
- noisy, compared to the competition tested in the exact same road surfaces (including a smooth concrete surface)..it’s objectively louder with decibel measurements.
- yes, direct and port.
- not a “jumbo” size. It’s just not a “small” size. It’s the “safe” size. Regardless..it has less legroom than some competitors including some that have smaller exterior dimensions.
- off beat lifestyle lol..dude I drive a 2004 Toyota..
BS! 2022 LE. I drove whats out there. The only bad thing about the vehicle is they should have put the 2.5 liter engine in it.
Yes your the gay type. There I said it.@@PrimeAutotainment
Those Continentals have stiff belts and adds to the road noise esp on rough roads so it is the tires that are noisy on some roads. You are NOT a car expert by any means, this is why I had to correct you.
This is not true, my 2023 does not make much noise. You must have wrong tyres. Regards from Norway. 😊😊😊😊😊😊 3:21
Nice SUV
A complete missed opportunity imo. But hey Toyota customers care nothing but the badge thinking it'll last forever and better resale than anything ever existed 😅😅😅
Toyota vehicles indeed last more.
@@hedgehogthesonic3181 used car yes Toyota might give you less headaches compare to pretty much any other brand. But for a brand new car there's warranty.
Late comment here, but I agree 100 percent. For my hard earned money , I want to have to have a vehicle that I like to look at and be in every time I drive it. I'll take that and a great warranty any day .
The noise are the tires
I have one it's all good 👍
Basically this car is garbage. Hopefully it still got that Toyota reliability
Sitting in the back seat is like sitting in a prison van. Poor visibility, tiny small back window. Hate the sloping roof. It’s designed around short people. Was hoping for much more.
I found this on the bfb animations playlist. 💀
Not me looking at buying this car and the first thing you say is ROAD noise 😂 & me thinking it’s gotta be quieter then my 09 lmao 🤣