The Corolla hybrid now starts at $23,895, and its revised powertrain adds 13 hp and 51 lb-ft of torque but loses between 5 and 7 mpg combined. The 2023 Toyota Corolla has a revised hybrid
Out on the open road, the new 2024 Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid immediately sets itself apart from the Kicks with its taller driving position. In fact, the driving position in the Kicks feels more like a raised hatchback. The DNGA platform in the Yaris Cross has also been improved with better structural rigidity and more sound insulation.
Performance & Economy: The Yaris Cross’ standard engine is an 88kW/145Nm 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine while the Kona’s standard engine is a 110kW/180Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine. Optionally available on the Yaris Cross is an 85kW 1.5-litre three-cylinder hybrid for a very green machine.
Updates to the Toyota Corolla's hybrid system mean that the latest version of the entry-level 1.8-litre engine has 138bhp at its disposal, and can match the 0-62mph time of the 128bhp 1.5-litre VW
The hybrid system’s three-cylinder 1.5-litre petrol Atkinson Cycle engine alone produces 67kW at 5500rpm and a modest 120Nm between 3800-4800rpm. That’s a bit down against the dedicated petrol variant’s 88kW/145Nm 1.5-litre three-pot. Drive is supplemented by two electric motors offering both parallel and series drive.
Large Sport Sedans. Compare the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid with the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: car rankings, scores, prices and specs.The much-anticipated Toyota Corolla Cross is now in Australia, with petrol or hybrid power across the range, and prices about $1000 cheaper than equivalent RAV4s. Alex Misoyannis 12:00 12 October 2022 Comparatively, the Corolla Cross range begins in basic GX guise with 16-inch alloy and a small 8.0-inch touchscreen for $33,000 before on-road costs, or $36,800 drive-away – $9000 more than the Haval. The mid-spec GXL hybrid AWD tested is rather dear at about $46,500 on the road, costing $5500 more than the Haval and isn’t even the top trim .