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Sometimes other countries get cool trucks and SUVs that we wish we had in the United States. A few examples that come to mind include the Suzuki Jimny and Ford Ranger Raptor. But now, the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross could come to America! See what to expect with the new Toyota Corolla Cross once it lands on our shores. 

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross could come to America 

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross driving down a freeway near a city
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross | Toyota

We have exciting news! According to CarBuzz, the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross could be coming to the United States. Several reports are suggesting that a camouflaged Toyota Corolla Cross has been seen being tested around different states. 

When the Corolla Cross was revealed last year as an overseas model in Thailand, Toyota never confirmed that it would arrive in the United States. But now, clues suggest that the Corolla Cross could make its debut soon as a 2022 model. 

Is the Toyota Corolla Cross a good crossover? 

Yes, the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross is an excellent crossover option to consider. It’s a little bigger than the Toyota C-HR and slightly smaller than the Toyota RAV4. It serves as another option in a different size to suit a variety of different driver’s needs. 

The Corolla Cross is built on Toyota’s TNGA-C platform, like the Lexus UX, and it could be made in the new Alabama plant that Toyota shares with Mazda. It’s unclear if the Corolla Cross will keep its name or be rebadged for the North American market. 

Also, the powertrain options may vary. Currently, the Toyota Corolla Cross uses a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 140 hp and 129 lb-ft of torque. This is similar to the amount of power that the Toyota C-HR has. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid uses a 98 hp gas engine with a 72 hp electric motor. 

We would like the Corolla Cross to serve up a little more bite to take on rivals such as the Kia Seltos and Jeep Compass. If the Corolla Cross does get released in America, there is a strong chance that an all-wheel-drive variant will be available. 

What are the Toyota Corolla Cross features like? 

An interior shot of the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross
2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Interior

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross hasn’t released a lot of information to go on yet. We are still in the dark about pricing, trim levels, and available features. It may be a little more expensive than the Toyota C-HR, which begins at around $21,595. 

Plus, the interior looks similar to what’s found in the Toyota C-HR. The dashboard is wrapped in faux leather, there is soft ambient lighting, and a digital cluster display may sit behind the steering wheel. 

You can see a square infotainment display surrounded by a few shortcut buttons too. A similar setup is found in a  variety of Toyota models with 7.0 and 8.0-inch displays. The infotainment software should include Toyota’s interface as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It’s safe to expect integrated navigation software too. 

Toyota emphasizes safety, so standard features may include automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise control.

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Allison Barfield

Allison Barfield joined MotorBiscuit in 2020 and covers all things trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps. Having grown up on a farm in Rock Hill, South Carolina, she’s no stranger to the “Best in Class” truck and SUV debates; people in her hometown were always gathering to help work on vehicles together, and deliberation would naturally arise.

Allison graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Media Arts. She has helped bring awareness to issues Women In Trucking face and has promoted Truckers Against Trafficking, an anti-trafficking NGO.

A fan of creatively dark literature, Allison appreciates the works of Shirley Jackson and Emily Dickenson. She lives in a mountainous area of the country and enjoys off-roading and camping. Her dog, Bruce, often joins her in testing trucks and SUVs for our site.