2021 Corolla Cross 1.8 Xs Hybrid - Overview and POV test drive - Right on time to save on petrol?
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This is a second video on the Corolla Cross after walking around the lowest spec two weeks back.
The main interest was in driving the Hybrid to get a sense of what is happening with this tech being reported to have so low power (90kw) figures but raising so much interest regardless.
Somehow I forgave them for the low power figures when I looked at the fuel consumption and also driving it in town. It is not a great vehicle for the highway, especially when you need to overtake, be it other cars or trucks on long distance trips. It is as sensible as a car of this size can get, its not about performance but comfort, economy and reliability.
In terms of looks, I find it to look so simple and plush enough to be looked at again. Not the most strunning and in no way bold like CH-R and RAV-4 styling. Toyota played it safe in design which is what I always thought Corolla is: a simple, functional and reliable face.
The Corolla Cross is slotting between the Rav4 and CH-R, however it is Toyota's response to the currently Uber-perceived Corolla sedan. Toyota made a smart move in using the tried, tested and trusted sedan's platform to bring out the CUV is line with world demand of crossovers.
The sedan market has been taking quite a beating and its no suprise that many manufactures are joining in on this CUV/SUV craze. I mean did you see it coming with Lamboghini? What about Aston Martin?
So you can see no one really wanna be left behind. This car is coming in where its already hotly contested, banking on a proven nameplate and brand name its dubbed to be one of the best sellers not only for Toyota but the segment.
I, however, feel like at the lower variant level like with Xi it will find it really tough to crack it as it offers somewhat a functional and just a car vibes with real infortainment screen and minimal morden interior and exterior specs. The higher variants look more appetising and also offer more modern features which is where I think it will sell especially coming in with Hybrid.
Priced as follows:
1.8Xi - R349 900
1.8Xs - R390 100
1.8Xs HV - R413 000
1.8XR - R425 400
1.8XR HV - R448 300
00:00 - Introduction
01:15 - Exterior
02:23 - Interior (Rear)
03:31 - Interior (Front)
06:43 - Test Drive Intro
07:36 - Test Drive and Coversation
22:30 - Test Drive and Opinion
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Thank you for this honest and unbiased review. I'm considering this vehicle so your video has been very helpful and insightful. Going for a test drive later this week.
Very much appreciated Denzel. I hope you manage to make the final decision once you test drive it. 🙂
Thoroughly enjoyed your review. Very detailed and helped me with my decision. Thank you ☺️
I am glad I could assist Verusha. Thanks a lot 🙂🙂
Nice video, thanks for the review. The Jolion seem to be great value for money but i have heard a some people saying that the fuel consumption is really, really high which can be a deal breaker.
Thanks a lot Siphelele. 🙂
Very true, currently people are going to be very sensitive to the fuel consumption. This is forever going to be a psychological matter. It does not cost much over a 55L tank but people will always feel its better to get more kilos from one tank.
I had no interest in hybrid cars due to the lack of knowledge, but lately I've been paying close attention to dem. This review has definitely got me hooked, plus I was raised in a family of Toyota lovers n so I have a soft spot for dem beauties.
You've got yourself a new fan my brother and now I'd like to make a special request🙃, a review on Toyota Corolla hybrid.
I love SUVs but I'm truly seduced by the sedan hybrid.
Hi Sibusiso, welcome to the family. Thanks a lot for the positive feedback🙂
I know how it feels to be close to a brand in that way, very sentimental.🙂
I will try and fit the Toyota Corolla in the schedule. Might take some time though🤔
@Sebuwa M, this is favourite video because a few weeks ago my mom got into an accident with her Ford Ecosport and after showing her this review, she just fell in love with this car and she is in the process of purchasing the XS model❤❤
So glad that Mamzo is fine 🙂🙂🙂🙂. Now thats more like it. I am so glad to have contributed. She is going to save a lot on fuel, they are very good and built to last these ones. Thank you so much Glen. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾👏🏾
Impressive car for the price indeed...great video aswell...🙏
Thank you very much demtumza🙂. This, I think, its going to be one of their best sellers especially this Xs
Thank you so much for this excellent review. This was very informative. It seems EV mode is probably only really useful in situations like pulling out your driveway or when stuck in slow-moving peak traffic, provided the battery is sufficiently charged. Nonetheless, this is a good, honest and refined vehicle that deserves to be successful...
Thanks a lot B.🙂 Yeah I agree, I don't think the electric motor in here can push the car at high speed, unless maybe for a very short distance.
Great review as always brother. Nicely done. Have to say I really like the dashboard outlay👏🏾... What driving modes does this car have (I think I missed that). Does it also come with safety features such as blind spot monitor, lane keep assist?
If it's possible, can you please also review the kia seltos brother..
Hi Thabang, thank you very much for warm words, truly keep me going. 🙂
The driving modes are Eco, Standard and Power (Where power mostly feeds from internal combustion than the electric motor). It does not come with those advance safety features unfortunately.
With the Seltos review, the age gap will make it a bit difficult to put it through as of now, I already have a line-up of reviews heading to year-end. I will try see if I can do quick overview since the rebadged it to see whats new🤔
@@sebuwam thank you brother... I'll keep checking out your upcoming reviews.. 🙏🏾
I like this one, dankie Sebuwa
Good value for money from Toyota ss well. 👌🏾
Phenomenal video once again (I think you know more about the the car than the salesman btw 😂). I really need your help. I am literally at a cross roads between the corolla XR hybrid and the Jolion super lux. I test drove the super lux and the Xi and felt the Jolion was more powerful/responsive. I'm on the waiting list for both super lux and Xr but just don't know which one to go with. The Xr has the reliability of Toyota and is a hybrid but has so much less tech/features than the Jolion like sun roof, lane keep assist (drives itself), wireless charging, 360 camera view and let's be honest, the jolion looks way better as well and has more passenger space especially in the back (no transmission tunnel taking up space in the back as well). The Jolion is also fuel thirsty at first but settles down after a while and also averages around 6l/100km on long distance which is amazing! I've also taken into account that I will be working from home (as most people will be going forward) so reduced work commute and more long distance trips. There's also the 5 year warranty that comes standard with the Jolion ( 7 year at certain dealerships) vs only 3 years for the Toyota (granted that Toyota is more reliable).
I am in a real real quandary here and really really need your help. I don't want to end up selling the Jolion next year only to make a loss and buy the Xr or buy the Xr and only think about all the tech/features I could've had for less money 🥴🥲
Sey, thanks a lot for the warm words. Haha, I think we were trying to figure it out together.🤣
Well, you putting me on a very tight corner here but I am going to have to find a way deep down to choose wisely. Here is what I am seeing, if you want to take a leap of faith in your choice, Jolion makes a whole lot of sense. The "faith" I am referring to here is that it will hold up value, especially with the way it is selling, demand helps with value retention. H2 is still holding up value well actually also based on demand and the changing perception of the consumers towards Haval as a brand. On the other hand, if you want guarantee of value retention and reliability (not only as a brand name but because a lot of tech in the Jolion is still new and we don't know how long it will hold up) then Corolla Cross will make sense. You mentioned long distances though and thats where I think Jolion will shine on ride comfort and also on performance as the Hybrid in Toyota is definitely not one to overtake trucks with ease (in the context of this comparison). If you looking to save fuel and also worried about parts and after sales issues Toyota might be your best bet but if you looking for more value for the price you pay, Jolion is hands down worth it and will definitely not disappoint you. I don't see a reason why you would sell it in a year actually🤔
Im tossed betwenn the two also. Being worried about warranty for the next 5years Toyota takes the choice
Nice review as always. Does the cross have a direct shift CVT ?
Thanks a lot Ndumiso.🙂
From what I am gathering, the direct shift is only offered in the variants mated to the 2L engine and we do not have those in South Africa.🤔
It’s always the music playlist that gets me . 😎🤌🏾
😁... I always try to put the best I can find to go with the car. Thank you very much🙏🏽
Thanks very much for the review, can you kindly do corolla quest 1.8
Thank you very much Edward. 🙂. I am a bit limited in terms of the cars I cover based on availability of the personnel, the car and timing in the life of the car. I, however, take into account requests and should time allow I do actually go and cover the car.
Nice review, but here are some info: the key for hybrids is not to save fuel but to reduce CO2 emissions, fuel saving depends largely on the driving style. the engine is an Atkinson cycle design, simply put they produce low torque but are more efficient. The electric motor compassionate on the lower torque and is instant. Every time you decelerate, the engines goes off, and EV only works below 45km/h & low demand/touch acceleration. My legendary 2010 Prius was torque was rated at 349Nm but i see Toyota has changed its reporting on hybrid.. This cars has no reverse gear, hence the car can only reverse in electric. Amazing technology, and reliable as a mother to a child
Now this is education right here🙂. Thank you so much for that Harold. This was my 1st encounter with a Hybrid and still a lot to learn, this will help going forward.
Thank you Sebuwa for another awesome review. I currently own a Haval H2 (do you still have yours?) . Love the car but fuel consumption in city driving isn't great (getting +-11L/100km). First service is coming up so hopefully consumption will improve.
The Hybrid Corolla Cross is definitely an option. From what I'm gathering, what's the main difference in the Hybrid Xs and Xr? Is it only the less powerful petrol engine in the Xr?
I'm also torn between XR and XS spec in hybrid form. The XR looks slightly better because of its larger alloys and added styling bits. It also has a digital instrument cluster, front parking sensors and safety-assist features which the XS lacks. Though realistically spec for money wise, the XS in hybrid is the better value option and has all the creature comforts one will actually use and appreciate..
Hi Yusuf. Thanks a lot🙂. Yeah, I still have the H2, currently averaging below 8L/100 consistently between 7.4-7.8L on the cluster but still feels like it chows anyway especially with City Driving. I have to say 11 is quite high though, you must be a fast driver because it does not forgive when you drive fast. The difference between Xs and Xr Hybrids is specs offered and aesthetics but engine is the same together with the power. I have to say for someone who drives a lot in the City this is a dream. However it makes the H2 feel like a performance car due to low power figures, I guess you have to sacrifice one thing to get the other🤔
@@Historymaker881 I also feel like for your "everyday" needs, price v value, the Xs is the sweet spot.
Wow! I think i’m gonna get this instead of the XS. Is there wireless charging?
Hi, this is the actually the mid spec Xs (The Xr is the higher spec) and from what I am gathering there is no wireless charging across all variants
the indicator is really loud! sounds like a cart horse is walking next to the car. go back and listen :)
🤣... Did not pick that up, maybe because I drove the Jolion and so far its the loudest
So I'd like to know, in your own opinion what would you buy a Corolla cross or the haval jolion?
And also tell me why?
@@NMG1007 Hi Mpho, I'd buy a Jolion, the power, interior design and also the tech is a norch above the Corolla Cross
Thank you very much 😊😊😊
I must advise my mom to take the Xi back for the XS
In the line-up, I belive Xs is the sweet spot when it comes to value for money🤔
@@sebuwam I definitely agree...But honestly speaking Toyota could have still done better with XI than what they did...I mean reverse camera or sensors are a basic for any car these days
@@gragkulanimhlanga4444 That screen part has been on my mind everytime I think of the Xi, I can't explain why they went for that, I understand the price factor but for a car made in SA, they could still put in the screen and charge the same price. That part alone is shocking and it contributes a lot to the overall perception of the car, I can't pick it over competition because of that!
And does the xs come with navihator
I think it does not, I stand to be corrected though.
I want to get this car but when you compare this with Haval brands...Haval comes top. And that CVT sound is unbearable 😫
I think it depends on what you want out of a car. Haval is no joke when it comes to value for money but Hybrid is more about economy and I think this Xs is well specced as much as it falls short of Haval (e.g Jolion) on tech, it feels as comfortable, especially if you not going to do a lot of long distance travel. If you are about performance though, compared to Haval's 1.5L/7 DCT this is behind.
Can I tow my tourer sw caravan
If it's less than 800kg with it's own brakes, yes, otherwise it might struggle.
😂😂😂😂😂the person with you in that car😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
What did they do?🤣
Seems he was not sure about the car as u asked questions 😂😂😂😂😂😝
I would really lv 4 u to review the xi the same way as u did this one.
Would really lv to hear ur point of view on it,as I'm looking 4 to buy my first car. It would be of great help thank you ☺☺🤩
I always enjoy ur reviews👍
Please do Toyota cruise
Hi, I walked around it a while back. Please check it out here (from 16:02): th-cam.com/video/2fxkvmVozrw/w-d-xo.html
But Jolion is thirsty⛽ ey
True especially compared to this. It is way thirsty but performed way better as well.
Hi... Plz adise were I can get some accessories for my xs.. Rubber mats.. Window shields..
Engine noise for this car is disappointing
💯. The only thing I complain about and probably why I would not pick it over the likes of Tiggo 7 Pro/Jolion🤔