2026 Toyota Corolla Cross: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-09-08
    Quick Answer

    The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover SUV that pairs Corolla-level efficiency and value with a higher driving position, more cargo room, and available all-wheel drive. The gas Corolla Cross uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making about 169 horsepower and is rated up to roughly 30 mpg combined with front-wheel drive. The Corolla Cross Hybrid pairs that engine with electric motors for around 196 horsepower combined, standard electronic on-demand AWD, and an EPA combined rating near 42 mpg. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard. Swope Toyota has 1 LE and 1 XLE available right now.

    Highlights of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

    7 highlights
    • 2.0L four-cylinder making about 169 hp on gas trims, paired with a CVT
    • Hybrid powertrain delivers about 196 hp combined and EPA-rated near 42 mpg combined
    • Available all-wheel drive on gas trims; electronic on-demand AWD standard on every Hybrid
    • Up to roughly 30 mpg combined with front-wheel drive on the gas Corolla Cross
    • Compact-SUV cargo space, roughly 25.5 cu ft behind the rear seats, expanding with seats folded
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard: pre-collision, lane keeping, adaptive cruise, road sign assist
    • Trim ladder spans value-focused L and LE up through Hybrid SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XLE

    Trim-Level Comparison and Availability at Swope Toyota

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Toyota Corolla Cross for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim2 trims · 2 in stockLE1 in stockXLE1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$33,399$36,362
    Top price$33,399$36,362
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainAWDAWD
    Fuel optionsGasolineGasoline
    Engine4 Cyl, 2.0L4 Cyl, 2.0L
    MPG (city / hwy)29 / 3129 / 31
    Standard equipment · Safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
    Lane keep assist
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection
    Toyota Safety Sense
    Standard equipment · Technology & infotainment
    In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot
    Premium audio (JBL)—
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Qi phone charger
    Standard equipment · Comfort & convenience
    Dual-zone climate control—
    Hands-free smart power liftgate—
    Heated front seats
    Heated steering wheel
    Memory driver seat & mirrors
    Remote engine start
    Standard equipment · Interior & exterior
    Bed tonneau cover—
    LED headlights & daytime running lights—
    Panoramic sunroof
    Roof rails—

    Inside the Toyota Corolla Cross

    How the Corolla Cross fits between sedan and RAV4

    The Corolla Cross slots between the Corolla sedan and the RAV4 in Toyota's lineup. It rides higher than the sedan, swaps the trunk for a hatch with about 25.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats, and offers all-wheel drive that the Corolla sedan does not. Compared with the larger RAV4, it is shorter, narrower, and lighter, which keeps it easy to park and noticeably cheaper to fuel, especially in Hybrid form. Buyers who want crossover practicality and a higher seating position without stepping all the way up to a midsize SUV are the natural audience.

    Gas vs. Hybrid: two different personalities

    The gas Corolla Cross uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder rated near 169 horsepower with a CVT, and is tuned for low operating cost, EPA combined ratings sit around 30 mpg with front-wheel drive. The Corolla Cross Hybrid takes the same engine, adds electric motors and a small battery, and delivers about 196 horsepower combined with electronic on-demand all-wheel drive standard. The Hybrid is meaningfully quicker off the line, and EPA combined ratings climb to roughly 42 mpg. Most buyers prioritizing fuel cost or AWD without compromise should price the Hybrid first.

    Standard tech and safety footprint

    Every Corolla Cross ships with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection, full-speed adaptive cruise, lane departure alert with steering assist, lane tracing, automatic high beams, and road sign recognition. Inside, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard, with a larger optional display higher in the lineup. Higher trims add wireless charging, JBL audio, a power liftgate, blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic, and heated seats. The Hybrid line gets unique exterior cues and the Nightshade Edition layers blacked-out trim on top of XSE-grade equipment.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Hybrid combines about 42 mpg combined with standard electronic AWD
    • Higher seating position and hatch versatility versus the Corolla sedan
    • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard across the lineup
    • Strong reputation for reliability and resale value
    • AWD available on gas trims for buyers who do not want the Hybrid
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard on the 8-inch touchscreen
    • Lower price of entry than RAV4 with similar safety and infotainment tech
    Cons
    • Gas trims feel modest in passing-speed acceleration with the CVT
    • Cargo space trails larger compact SUVs like the RAV4 and CR-V
    • Rear seat legroom is adequate but not class-leading for taller adults
    • Hybrid carries a price premium over the equivalent gas trim
    • Base L trim omits some convenience features buyers expect at this price

    Who is the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross best for?

    Value-focused first SUV (L and LE)

    If you are stepping out of a sedan or hatchback into your first crossover, the Corolla Cross L and LE keep the math simple. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder, CVT, and front-wheel drive are tuned for low operating cost, EPA combined ratings sit around 30 mpg, and the higher seating position, hatch, and folding rear seats add real practicality without RAV4 pricing. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard, so adaptive cruise and lane keeping come without an upcharge.

    Hybrid efficiency with standard AWD (Hybrid SE, XSE, Nightshade)

    The Corolla Cross Hybrid is the volume choice for buyers who want fuel economy and all-weather grip in one package. The hybrid powertrain produces about 196 horsepower combined, ships with electronic on-demand all-wheel drive standard, and is EPA-rated near 42 mpg combined. SE adds sport-tuned aesthetics, XSE layers in upgraded interior trim, and the Nightshade Edition blacks out exterior badging and wheels for a more aggressive look.

    Loaded daily driver (XLE / Hybrid XLE)

    XLE trims are the comfort flagships. They add larger wheels, available SofTex upholstery, heated front seats, a power liftgate, blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, dual-zone climate, and the larger touchscreen with JBL audio. Choose gas XLE for AWD-optional value, or Hybrid XLE if you want every comfort feature plus the 42-mpg combined rating and standard electronic AWD.

    Why this matters around Elizabethtown

    Swope Toyota in Elizabethtown, Kentucky stocks the Corolla Cross in both gas and Hybrid form, with available all-wheel drive, a sensible fit for central Kentucky drivers who want fuel-efficient crossover practicality for I-65 commutes between Elizabethtown, Radcliff, and Louisville, plus secure footing on rural Hardin County roads in winter. Hybrid trims are the volume pick for buyers prioritizing low cost of ownership; gas trims keep the entry price down for first-time SUV shoppers across Bardstown and the surrounding metro.

    New 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Inventory at Swope ToyotaLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Toyota in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock2vehicles
    Price range$33,399 – $36,362
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedSep 8, 2026 · 7:24 PM
    Showing 2 of 2 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax AccidentCarfax 1-OwnerDoorsOptions
    7MUBAABG5TV205343T266413502026ToyotaCorolla CrossLESport Utility$33,399VDP10Soul Red CrystalLight Gray4 Cyl, 2.0LAWD10-speed automatic/CVTGasolineNewNo2931NoNo4
    62 features
    Cold Weather Package: 3-Spoke Heated Leather Steering WheelHeated Front SeatsMoonroof Package: Tonneau Cover and Try TrimTilt and Slide Moonroof
    7MUDAABG0TV206490T266414102026ToyotaCorolla CrossXLESport Utility$36,362VDP10Cavalry BlueBlack4 Cyl, 2.0LAWD10-speed automatic/CVTGasolineNewNo2931NoNo4
    68 features
    Convenience Package: Power LiftgateTilt and Slide MoonroofJBL Premium Audio with 9 SpeakersAll Weather Floor/cargo Liners

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

    Toyota sells two versions. The standard Corolla Cross uses a 2.0-liter gas engine, and the Corolla Cross Hybrid pairs that engine with electric motors for roughly 196 horsepower combined and an EPA combined rating near 42 mpg with standard all-wheel drive.
    The gas Corolla Cross is EPA-rated up to about 30 mpg combined with front-wheel drive; AWD is a couple of mpg lower. The Corolla Cross Hybrid is rated near 42 mpg combined.
    Yes. AWD is optional on gas trims and standard on every Corolla Cross Hybrid, which uses an electronic on-demand rear-axle electric motor rather than a traditional driveshaft.
    Gas trims make about 169 horsepower from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The Hybrid produces roughly 196 horsepower combined from the engine and electric motors.
    About 25.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats, expanding to roughly 66 cubic feet with the rear seats folded, competitive for the subcompact-SUV class and noticeably larger than the Corolla sedan trunk.
    The Corolla Cross is smaller, lighter, and less expensive than the RAV4, with less cargo space and rear-seat room. Both offer hybrid and AWD versions; the RAV4 has more powertrain options and higher tow ratings.
    Every Corolla Cross includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0: pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection, full-speed adaptive cruise, lane departure alert with steering assist, lane tracing assist, automatic high beams, and road sign recognition.
    It works well for small families and individuals who want a higher seating position without a large SUV. Two child seats fit in the back, but rear legroom and cargo space are tighter than midsize SUVs like the RAV4 or Highlander.
    Gas trims include L, LE, and XLE, with AWD available. Hybrid trims include SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XLE, all with standard electronic on-demand all-wheel drive.
    The Corolla Cross uses Toyota's well-proven 2.0-liter gas and hybrid powertrains and has earned strong reliability marks since its 2022 launch. The Hybrid system shares architecture with the RAV4 Hybrid and Prius.
    Live inventory and current pricing are listed in the inventory section on this page, counts and trims update automatically as vehicles arrive and sell.
    Pricing varies by trim, drivetrain, and current incentives. The live inventory section above shows MSRP and any current selling prices for every Corolla Cross we have on the ground.
    Swope Toyota is in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, easily reached from Radcliff, Louisville, Bardstown, and the broader Hardin County area via I-65.
    Yes. Use the contact form on this page or call the dealership to schedule a Corolla Cross test drive, including back-to-back gas vs. Hybrid drives if you want to compare.
    Yes. Swope Toyota's service department is factory-trained on Toyota's hybrid system, which is covered by a 10-year / 150,000-mile hybrid battery warranty plus Toyota's 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. We follow Toyota's published maintenance intervals for both gas and Hybrid Corolla Cross trims.