Four years after its debut, the Corolla Cross receives a mid-lifecycle update to help it fight against the competition<br /><br />The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact SUV that has many different faces depending on the market. The Thailand-specific version has recently been refreshed and has moved closer to the European, Japanese and American models in terms of technology, while retaining distinct facial features.<br /><br />The facelift of the Thailand-spec Toyota Corolla Cross comes almost four years after its 2020 debut. The highlight of the exterior upgrades is the redesigned grille with body-color trim and honeycomb pattern. Additionally, the model adopts a new set of LED Crystallized headlights with sequential turn signals, already available in other markets. These connect to the Toyota badge via a trim piece that resembles the full-width LED design of other models.<br /><br />The rest of the bodywork is carried over from the pre-facelift version, including the sporty body kit of the GR Sport trim, which remains unchanged. The color palette features five shades, including the new Cement Gray Metallic.<br /><br />The interior of the facelifted Corolla Cross features a new panoramic frameless roof that comes with an electric sunshade. The digital cockpit consists of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch infotainment system compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Equipment includes a wireless charging pad, USB Type-C ports, dual-zone air conditioning and the improved Toyota Safety Sense ADAS suite. Finally, the interior upholstery is available in black or dark rose tones.<br /><br />Like the previous model, the updated model is offered with a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter gasoline engine or a 1.8-liter self-charging hybrid powertrain. The non-electric version sends power to the front wheels through the Super CVT-i transmission, producing 138 hp (103 kW / 140 PS) and 172 Nm (127 lb-ft) of torque. The more efficient hybrid combines a 1.8-liter engine with an electric motor, producing a total power of 121 hp (90 kW / 122 PS) and is transmitted to the front wheels via the E-CVT transmission.<br /><br />Sales of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross have already started in Thailand. Pricing ranges from 999,000 baht ($27,825) for the entry-level 1.8 Sport to 1,254,000 baht ($34,920) for the flagship HEV GR Sport.<br /><br />Source: https://www.carscoops.com/2024/02/2024-toyota-corolla-cross-facelift-debuts-in-thailand-with-new-grille-and-tech-upgrades/
