EXPERT REVIEW · COMPACT SUV

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross review

Toyota Corolla Cross: a class leader on the details. Illustrative review

8.6/10 OffLot expert score

The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross sits near the top of its class. Standard driver-assist suite; roomy second row and flexible cargo floor. Touch-only climate controls on some trims and engine gets loud under hard acceleration, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $25,000, it undercuts most direct rivals.

What's good

  • Standard driver-assist suite
  • Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
  • Well-organized infotainment

What to check

  • Touch-only climate controls on some trims
  • Engine gets loud under hard acceleration

Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $25,000.

Owner reviews · 4.0 of 5 from 3 owners

★★★★☆Carlos W. · Corpus Christi, TX · 20 months owned
Would buy again

We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.

★★★★☆Hannah D. · Denver, CO · 17 months owned
Second one we've owned

The cargo room is the standout. My only gripe is the touchscreen climate controls, which I knew going in.

★★★★☆Monica M. · Portland, OR · 24 months owned
Better than the test drive suggested

The cargo room is the standout. My only gripe is the touchscreen climate controls, which I knew going in.

Price trend · used Toyota Corolla Cross, 12 months

$17.0k$17.4k$17.8k$18.2k$18.6kNov 25Jan 26Mar 26May 26Jul 26Sep 26

Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $17,338 · -0.46% last 30 days · -5.5% year over year.

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