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from Western Weekender October 21 2022

Truly connected Corolla

Technology and safety features highlight the release of the new Corolla Cross

NATHAN TAYLOR

The all-new Toyota Corolla Cross small SUV has arrived in Australian showrooms with advanced safety and connected technologies, excellent packaging and practicality, and the choice of petrol and hybrid powertrains and two-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

Sitting alongside the C-HR between the smaller Yaris Cross and family favourite RAV4, the all-new Corolla Cross is set to raise the benchmark in small SUVs with class-leading technology designed to connect drivers with their cars more than ever before.

Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations, Sean Hanley, said that its combination of advanced connected technology, flexible stylish packaging and hybrid performance would help set it apart in the small SUV segment.

“Toyota Australia is always looking to bring class-leading products to market, and we are thrilled to expand our comprehensive SUV line-up with the addition of the Corolla Cross,” he said.

“The Corolla Cross offers the richest suite of active safety and Connected Services technologies of any Toyota model to date, with a range of powertrains and trim levels certain to provide plenty of appeal.”

Built on the same TNGA-C platform as its Corolla hatch and sedan siblings, the all-new Corolla Cross offers significantly higher ride height, interior flexibility and class-leading boot space up to 436 litres (GX & GXL petrol) with the rear seat backs in place.

Its stylish exterior design is reflected inside where high-quality materials and finish give the car a premium ambience.

The Corolla Cross range opens from $33,000 plus on-road costs for the petrol-powered GX variant, with three trim levels on offer consisting of GX, GXL and the flagship Atmos.

Customers can also choose the GX with a fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain for just $2,500 extra, with the GX 2WD hybrid priced at $35,500.

The GX is distinguished on the outside by 17-inch alloy wheels, LED head and tail-lights, automatic high beam, daytime running lights, heated and auto retractable door mirrors and a shark fin antenna.

Inside, GX grades come standard with automatic climate control, a 7.0-inch digital multi information display (MID), electric park brake, smart entry and start, fabric seats, 60:40 split-folding rear seats and a luggage cover.

The Corolla Cross is the first Toyota in Australia to feature the new-generation Toyota multimedia system.

The system can be controlled via a large 8.0-inch touchscreen display or steering wheel controls, and offers wireless Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, DAB+ digital radio and superb sound reproduction from a six-speaker audio system.

Building on the infotainment system, the Corolla Cross features the most comprehensive Toyota Connected Services functionality of any Toyota model to date, using a data communication module (DCM) inside the vehicle and the myToyota Connect smartphone app to provide real-time remote information and convenience for owners.

The mid-range GXL is priced from $36,750 for the petrol, $39,250 for the 2WD hybrid and $42,2501 for the AWD hybrid, that features an additional electric motor to drive the rear axle for added traction.

Visit your local Toyota showroom.

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross range.

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