DecodedCars2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD, Hybrid 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 150–169 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 42 combined · 45 city / 38 hwy
- Length
- 175.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,098–3,329 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 42 MPG combined — 64% better than the average 2025 small SUV (25.6 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 34 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 176 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,263 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 42 MPG combined (45 city / 38 highway), 64% better than the 2025 small SUV average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $1,600 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2025
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Corolla Cross →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Madison, Alabama
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Corolla Cross configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 175.6 in | 72 in | 64.6 in | 103.9 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 3,263 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 175.6 in | 72 in | 64.6 in | 103.9 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 3,098 lb | 61/39 |
| Hybrid 4dr SUV | 175.6 in | 72 in | 64.6 in | 103.9 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 3,329 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 45 / 38 / 42 | +64% | $1,600 | 209 |
| Corolla Cross | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 33 / 32 | +10% | $2,100 | 276 |
| Corolla Cross AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 29 / 31 / 30 | +17% | $2,250 | 294 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Toyota COROLLA CROSS SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.4% |
| 2025 Toyota COROLLA CROSS SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 17.4% |
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross (this car) | 42 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Toyota RAV4 | 39 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2025 Ford Bronco | 20 MPG | Not rated | 19 |
| 2025 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Mazda CX-5 | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Warnings › External/Pedestrian Alert · Mar 31, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V203000 · 73,528 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. The vehicles may fail to make sufficient pedestrian warning sounds when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
- Risk
- Insufficient pedestrian warning sounds may fail to alert pedestrians of a reversing vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software for the pedestrian warning sounds, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB08 and 26TA08.
Not every 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Service Brakes — 4 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Power Train — 4 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Exterior Lighting — 3 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,600 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Corolla Cross years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Corolla Cross | 42 | 175.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 29 |
| 2024 Corolla Cross | 42 | 175.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 52 |
| 2023 Corolla Cross | 42 | 175.6 in | Not rated | 7 | 179 |
| 2022 Corolla Cross | 32 | 175.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 49 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →