2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Review

Toyota has its rightful share of genius products and ideas, but this one feels long overdue. Given the enduring popularity of car-based SUVs, we're stunned no one thought to raise up the venerable Corolla sedan a few inches, add a liftgate and call it a Corolla crossover. Until now. The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross forges its dependable compact car namesake with the utility of the larger RAV4 counterpart.

This Corolla Cross fills a small gap in Toyota's crossover lineup, between the larger RAV4 and the CH-R subcompact. As the name implies, the Corolla Cross is mechanically related to the Corolla sedan and hatchback. Drivers familiar with the Corolla sedan will instantly know their way around since the interior is a straight lift from the sedan.

Overall, the Corolla Cross presents an attractive choice for buyers who like the idea of the Corolla's value and reliability but want the utility of a small SUV.

It joins a growing group of small SUVs including the Mazda CX-30, Chevrolet Trailblazer and Volkswagen Taos, all vying for that elusive compromise between utility and just-right sizing. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below for our in-depth take on the Corolla Cross' hits and misses.

The Corolla Cross is available in three trim levels: L, LE and XLE. All come with a 169-horsepower four-cylinder engine joined to a continuously variable automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, and all-wheel drive is optional.