Design similar to Lexus RS, price remains unchanged
The Corolla Cross 2024 model is expected to be delivered to customers in Vietnam in May 2024, with an estimated price of 860 million VND for the V version and 955 million VND for the Hybrid version.
The Toyota Corolla Cross 2024 has a completely different appearance due to the redesigned front grille, along with some technology upgrades.
Although it is only a mid-cycle upgrade, the Toyota Corolla Cross 2024 has a completely changed front end (Photo: Toyota Thailand).
About the design
The new front end features new Crystalized LED headlights, with sequential turn signals similar to Lexus. The Multi-Dimensional color-matched grille is half closed and half open. This design is reminiscent of the Lexus RX. The front bumper has also been changed, including two air intakes on both sides.
The wheels are 18 inches in size, but with a new two-tone scratch design. The new taillights and HEV logo on the rear of the hybrid version have also been changed.
Toyota Corolla Cross 2024 in Thailand. Photo: Autolifethailand
Inside the cabin, the new Corolla Cross switches to an electronic parking brake with automatic hold assist feature, a 10.1-inch center screen, and the top-of-the-line version is equipped with a panoramic sunroof. The interior is black and red.
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In addition, the car is also equipped with a 15W wireless charger, some USB ports in the front and rear seats converted to Type C ports, interior lights changed to LED, and the driver’s power window control switch now has backlighting.
About the engine
The power of the mid-cycle upgraded Corolla Cross is the same as the Thai version, using a 1.8L petrol engine (140 horsepower, 177 Nm) and a hybrid combination of a 1.8L petrol engine (98 horsepower, 142 Nm) and an electric motor (72 horsepower, 163 Nm). The car uses front-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
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About safety technology
The Toyota Corolla Cross 2024 adds features such as automatic parking brake, upgraded panoramic camera (added transparent mode and increased sharpness at night), upgraded intelligent cruise control (operates at all speeds), and additional sensors (4 front and 4 rear sensors).
New competitor for the Mazda CX-5
With its strong point being Toyota Safety Sense technology, along with the upgrades in the new version, the Corolla Cross is expected to exert considerable pressure on Mazda’s CX-5 model.
If we weigh the pros and cons, what are the similarities and differences between these two models?
About origin: The Mazda CX-5 is assembled in Vietnam, while the Toyota Corolla Cross is imported from the Thai market.
About the price: The top-of-the-line 2.0 Premium version of the CX-5 is priced at 829 million VND, with an additional 40 million VND if users choose the Exclusive package. The expected price of the Corolla Cross 2024 remains unchanged at 860 million VND for the V version and 955 million VND for the Hybrid version.
Price of the Corolla Cross 2024 and CX-5 2023 models. Image created by Gemini, a Google AI tool.
About the design: The Mazda CX-5 has a sleek, beautiful, and modern appearance. On the other hand, the Toyota Corolla Cross is considered a “revolutionary” design by Toyota on a mid-size crossover model. The design of the Cross brings a youthful and contemporary look compared to many other Toyota models, while still retaining the rugged and sporty characteristics.
About size and interior: The CX-5 is larger than the Toyota Corolla Cross. The CX-5 is longer by 130mm, wider by 20mm, taller by 60mm, and the wheelbase is also larger by 60mm compared to the Toyota Corolla Cross. However, the interior space does not differ much because Toyota is one of the car manufacturers that knows how to arrange interior space very well.
The Toyota Corolla Cross V version is more practical. LED fog lights, convenient automatic mirror adjustment when reversing for users when moving in urban areas.
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About amenities: Both models are quite comparable in terms of necessary options to meet user needs. In fact, the Corolla Cross 1.8V is even more superior with a larger touch screen compared to the CX-5 2.0 Deluxe.
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About power: The power of the Mazda CX-5 engine is greater, but in terms of usage, it may be equivalent to the Toyota Corolla Cross due to the larger unloaded weight of about 200kg. While the CX-5 is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, the Toyota Corolla Cross uses a CVT type, emphasizing comfort and fuel efficiency.
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About safety: The safety technologies of the two models are almost comparable and equally modern. In the B and C-segment crossover segments, the safety features on the Toyota Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-5 can be considered the best available today. This is partly the reason why these two models continue to hold the top-selling positions in their respective segments.
The Cross is the pioneer model to bring the Toyota Safety Sense safety technology package to the Vietnamese market. This technology package includes active safety features such as automatic braking, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, similar to the i-ActivSense package on the “full option” versions of the CX-5. In addition, the Toyota Corolla Cross also has some practical safety features such as more than 1 airbag and tire pressure warning.
Comparison of the safety features of the 2024 Corolla Cross and the 2023 CX-5. Image created by Gemini, a Google AI tool.
Comparison of the safety features of the 2024 Corolla Cross and the 2023 CX-5. Image created by Gemini, a Google AI tool.
