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There had been a strong rumor about Toyota Indus launching a Corolla Cross till few months ago and we here in this group have been updating readers about it for a very long time. It was later confirmed by the CEO of Indus during a one on one recent interview with Suneel bhai from Pakwheels.
Although most of details are now known to everyone, letโs go over it especially for those who donโt have any knowledge/ info. Toyota officially revealed the โ Corolla Cross โ back in July 2020 In Thailand and later it was introduced in other ASEAN countries. Read here > https://www.facebook.com/groups/PakWheelsOfficial/permalink/3195947260520575/
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It will be an import/ CBU from Thailand.
Three variants will be offered.
Low, Mid & High
All version of Cross will be 1.8L Hybrid.
NO AWD and its not even available an option anywhere in the world.
Possible sales to start sometime in December.
Base price of LOW is expected around 7.5 Million. MID @ 8 Million while the HIGH @ around 8.5 Million
Again the prices are not official yet. A Plus / Minus is possible.
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The Corolla Cross sits on top of TNGA-C [ Toyota New Global Architecture ] platform which is dedicated for compact vehicle class both front and AWD versions. This is the same platform it shares with the 12th generation Corolla as well the C-HR.
On measuring tape, Corolla Cross is 4460mm long, 1825 wide while 1620mm tall. The wheel base measures 2640mm long. For reference sake , this make the Corolla Cross, 170mm short, 45mm wide , 165mm taller than 12th generation Corolla sedan while the wheel base of Corolla Cross is also shorter by 60mm comparing the 12th gen Corolla.
As another reference point, the Corolla Cross is 25mm shorter, 30 mm less wider and 15mm less taller than the Kia Sportage and the wheels base is also 30mm less than Sportage. Overall the Corolla cross has a smaller footprint comparing the Corolla sedan or the Kia Sportage BUT it is larger than the Toyota C-HR.
In other words, size wise it sits in between RAV4 and C-HR. Segment wise, Corolla Cross can be placed in small Crossover category like Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Kona, KIA Seltos and even Honda HR-V . Yes Corolla Cross is not the direct rival of Sportage, Tucson or for that matter the Honda CR-V. The right product from Toyota in that segment is RAV4.
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Familiar 1.8-liter 2ZR-FXE engine. This is same as in Prius as well as the 12th gen Corolla Hybrid sedan. The engine makes 98HP and 142NM of torque.
There is an electric motor with a 72HP with 163NM of torque which works in conjunction with the gasoline engine. Total net system power, in other words the total power output for Corolla Cross is โ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ญ๐๐ฃโ.
Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT). All versions of Pakistani bound CBU will have 215/60 17โ Alloy wheels.
Although the Corolla Cross is a cross over utility vehicle and one can expect availability of an AWD/ All-wheel Drive , unfortunately thatโs not an option. All versions of Corolla Cross are Front Wheel Drive ONLY .
Electric power steering comes standard while MacPherson strut is found at front suspension, torsion-beam is fitted rear suspension. Again for reference, the Corolla sedan comes with an all-new multi-link rear setup which is NOT found in Corolla Cross. Well we can call it a cost cutting.
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On exterior of Corolla Cross , it follows typical current Toyota model lineup styling of SUVโS and although the name carry word โCorollaโ, it does not look like the Corolla sedan or Corolla hatchback as far as exterior. As of interior as soon as you jump into the interior, the things look similar to new 12th generation Corolla.
The floating infotainment system, the digital cluster as well as digital HVAC controls and the dashboard itself is all taken from the Corolla.
The Corolla Cross for Pakistani customers will be offered in three variants and obviously there will be certain differences between them as far as features.
The base variant will have halogen projector while the Mid and High will have LED projector headlights. All three versions will have LED DRLโs integrated into the headlights. LED fog lights will also come standard on all versions as well as LED taillights. There will be standard rear screen wiper as well on all versions.
Only the top variant will get the power tail gate with foot sensor. As of interior, the HIGH/ top version will have leather while the other two lower variants will have fabric seats. The 2nd row seats will have 60:40 split function on all the three variants. Only the top variant will have standard size sunroof [ not a panoramic ].
The top variant will have power adjustable driver seat while manual passenger seat adjustment. The other two variants of Corolla Cross will have manual driver and manual passenger seat adjustment. The low/ base variant will be without rear AC vents although the Mid and High will have it. Cruise control, rain sensing wiper are also not available on the base model.
As of infotainment system, the base model will get a basic CD system with Bluetooth compatibility. The Mid and High variants will have a 8โ touch screen display headunit . All versions will have 6 speakers. I am sure you would like to know about the digital cluster , yes its available but only on the top variant / High.
The Mid and Low will get an analogue speed and RPM meter with 4.2โ MID color display. All versions will come with automatic climate control BUT the Mid and High will have dual front zones, base model comes with single zone setting.
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All version of Corolla Cross will have ABS, VSC as well as Hill start assist. Electronic brakeforce distribution/ EBD as well as brake assist will also come standard. As of airbags, all versions will have front airbags BUT the top variant/ High will also have curtain as well as knee airbag for driver. Immobilizer is standard . The base model will have 2 rear parking sensors while Mid & High will get front parking sensors as well.
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I am sure Toyota Indus is feeling the heat and buyers preference towards the KIA Sportage, Hyundai Tucson or upcoming Proton X70, MG HS . I think Indus didnโt anticipate the market accurately and at the right time.
They are late in the game and if they think that with Corolla Cross, they will be able to hit the nail on the head then I am not sure how that would be possible. CBU can never be winning formula in our market.
Toyota has much bigger brand identity and might have a much better product range, reliability and other positive factors BUT first Corolla Cross is not the direct rival for Sportage/ Tucson . I am sure Toyota knows about it and bringing the RAV4 is not cost effective at all and might have cost 3 times the cost of Sportage or Tucson.
Toyota Indus just wants to bring something which looks like a crossover and expect to attract some customers as it has no other option in their portfolio other than this newly released Corolla Cross in the international market. Rav4 even in Hybrid form would cost in double digit Millions as CBU. By the way as CBU even C-HR would also cost almost same as Corolla Cross even with Hybrid and it's also a smaller vehicle. Indus have the sticker price of 9.2 Million for Prius , if you are wondering what that cost.
But I donโt see Corolla Cross will be able to create any earthquake in the market except having a โhigh priceโ. I donโt see any worries for Sportage / Tucson , although Tucson is already suffering from extensively delayed deliveries.
With the anticipated price of 8.5 Million, why someone should buy a 121HP FWD small crossover when a 3 row , bigger and well established product is available in the shape of Toyota Fortuner around the same price point from Toyota Indus ?
Yes Corolla Cross is Hybrid and will be much more fuel economical BUT then again why someone should spend extra 2 to 3 Million on a 121HP/ FWD vehicle over Sportage and Tucson just for fuel economy ? I am sure buyers also know that a 3 row Sorento/ SUV is also coming soon from KIA and with possible price of around 8 Million.
Personally I think Indus might be able to sell some Corolla Cross but majority of potential buyers will put a X on X on the list of their options.
I think Toyota Indus should invest towards the Toyota New Global Architecture and upgrades their plant. A local assembly is always the right approach to be cost effective. Technically, the 12th generation Corolla sedan and the Corolla Cross share many identical parts under their skin which includes the platform, engine while the interior is also almost copy paste.
So, for Indus it is easier to develop two product at the same time and both can be launched from the same assembly line. A CKD Cross at price lower than Sportage/ Tucson can only be a winning formula. It now all depends on Toyota Indus priorities.
By the way a FAKELIFT of the Corolla Sedan is expected in January and most probably will be called Corolla X as well with an increased price.
[ f-w @ Pakwheels.com ]
Pakwheels Exclusive Thread on Corolla X > https://www.pakwheels.com/forums/t/toyota-corolla-cross-fanclub-owners-discussion-thread/1515575
Blog > https://www.pakwheels.com/blog/toyota-to-launch-corolla-cross-in-pakistan-soon/
Blog > https://www.pakwheels.com/blog/all-new-corolla-cross-another-utility-vehicle-joins-the-club/
