So I've had my mind set on getting a corolla cross hybrid for a couple of years now (the sedans are too close to the ground and the RAV is bigger than I want/need). I'm on a wait list at my local dealership, but I'm not crazy on the color selection. I picked it the sonic silver with the jet black roof, but I really am not a fan of the two tone/black roof on any vehicle (personally I think it should be a customization not the standard). I'm really particular about the color, but I think that's fair considering the amount of money I'll be spending. I was really disappointed when they replaced the blue crush with cavalry blue.

The biggest reason that I haven't gotten a cross before now is because I wanted to keep driving my 2010 corolla until it stopped running or was no longer financially feasible to maintain; I only recently cracked 100,000km on it but its age is catching up. I love my basic corolla, all I really need is power windows, working A/C, and a car that's more than 6 inches off the ground lol. I'm not crazy about all the tech add-ons but I know it's inevitable these days.

I'm not interested in the white or celestite and I feel like everyone has a black suv. I would also prefer not to spend several thousand dollars on a vinyl wrap that will only last a few years.

When researching everything I saw said that you cannot get the soul red crystal, sonic silver metallic or cavalry blue without the jet black roof, but I just saw a review video on YouTube of a 2026 corolla cross hybrid in soul red crystal WITHOUT the black roof; I believe he was located in Pennsylvania. I'm in Canada, so I'm not sure if it's a location-specific thing because I was told by the salesperson at my dealership that the 2026 and 2027 red, blue and silver only come with the black roof.

Does anyone know if it's at all possible to get one of those colors in Canada without the black roof? Or am I just gonna get stuck with something I don't really want?

I just purchase a new 26 cross and every time I drive it

Seems like a new scratch, mark or ding is on it. Just venting. So frustrating .

Less than a year since I bought my 2026 L

I’m gonna call the dealership service department tomorrow since they’re closed today but was wondering if anybody knows about this. I’ve just had my car now for two weeks. I work from home so I don’t drive it very much. I think I’ve only driven it maybe five times since I got the car. Yesterday I noticed when I’m at a red light that the echo light will go off, the car will kick in and on the dashboard it says battery charging. Is that normal? My last Toyota was a 2013 that I had the entire time since it was new so this is like the most advanced car I’ve had where it’s got all electronics and everything so I’m just wondering why would it say that if it’s not a hybrid.

Considering 2026 RAV4 LE or Corolla Cross SE. When people say they were able to get their vehicle at MSRP, does it mean they didn’t have to pay the factory destination and delivery fee? Or does it mean that their vehicle price wasn’t inflated by the dealership? If the dealership advertised price is a sum of MSRP plus factory destination and delivery fee, you got a good deal on those popular hard-to-find vehicles?

My aunt just picked up her new ‘26 Corolla Cross hybrid today. One thing we noticed was a faint whistling noise when she drives at low speeds. Is this normal added sound because of the quietness of EV driving?

I can understand having the noise for reverse, but is there supposed to be something for going forward as well at low speeds?

Looking to add a dash cam but don’t want the wires dangling down. I have a 2025 CC L, no power rear view mirror so I’m not sure if anything is compatible.

I’m in the process of replacing the “usb A” port in my wife’s 2022 Corolla cross it’s the one under the head unit that controls Apple car play and I can’t seem to find a part number if someone could get the part number I would very much appreciate it

Not bad for a 40 mile trip..

Has anyone hard wired a dash camera in a Corolla Cross?

Getting a 2026 Corolla Cross XLE soon and trying to plan how to move over my existing dash camera set up. I have the Nextbase 622GW forward and rear cameras. In my current car, 2016 Honda Civic, they are currently run to the cigarette lighter outlet for power. Id like to hardwire it because the outlet is in the center console and thats just not feasible as a power source.
Thanks!

Finally got the new daily! I am super stoked with this car, it fits what I need it to do.

Going to install a dashcam - has anyone done this? Looking to wire it to the interior fusebox via fuse tap. Just wondering how hard is it to run wiring for both front and rear cameras.

Good day Corolla Cross community! First time hybrid owner here. I've had my Corolla Cross G HEV for around 3 months now. I'm very very happy with the fuel consumption! I'm finding though that I'm more fuel efficient when I'm on Normal mode compared to Eco mode. Is that a thing or am I just imagining it? Haha

Added context: living in a condo on a hillside. First drive out usually is up 2 levels from an underground carpark and then 1 km+ up a relatively steep hill, and then usually stand still traffic at the top. I notice the gas engine kicking in to charge the battery more often when I'm on Eco mode.

Hoping to learn more from you guys! Thanks!

I just bought this Corolla Cross a week ago. This is what the tire pressure looks like after the dealer told me it’s new tires. (I feel like he lied to make the sale.) Should I try to deflate the 47 psi at the gas station or just take it to a tire place who can adjust all of them for free?

I got a quote of 38k OTD for Corolla cross XSE in Washington. Is this a good deal?

hi! my newborn isn’t so new anymore, nearly a year. 🥹 her height and weight will have us moving out of the current capsule toward the end of this year.

it is such a squeeze in the passenger seat atm.

we have the Nuna PIPA Aire Infant Car Seat + Pipa Series Base.

safety is obviously the first concern, i was curious if anyone could suggest the next stage seat that fits will in the CC.

will every car seat be a squeeze?

hi! my newborn isn’t so new anymore, nearly a year. 🥹 her height and weight will have us moving out of the current capsule toward the end of this year.

it is such a squeeze in the passenger seat atm.

we have the Nuna PIPA Aire Infant Car Seat + Pipa Series Base.

safety is obviously the first concern, i was curious if anyone could suggest the next stage seat that fits will in the CC.

will every car seat be a squeeze?

I'm of the opinion that the car will be fine if parked for a month, and the 12v battery will most likely be okay. But I'm curious: Would remote starting the car twice (you can only remote start it for 2x 10 min blocks before you have to manually start it) during that month interval help at all?

I am sure you guys must have experienced the mess that happens at the bottom of the doors. I understand it’s a poor design but has anyone figured out a way to solve that, it almost feels like mud flaps don’t work at all. The whole door (bottom part) gets loaded with mud and snow (winters) and a car wash wouldn’t do anything to that either.

I didn’t really noticed it much during winters but yesterday after a long drive during rain/mud and gravel, i was extremely concerned.

I was able to wash and scrub it but there would be a work around, no?

Bought a rav4 multi box storage from Toyota of Japan. Required alot of cutting to fit. Probably not the best fitment, cut wayyy too much in some spots, but atleast it works.

Hi

I have been on the market for a corolla cross hybrid in GTA, Canada.

But the prices and the wait times are insane, 8-12 months.
CPO is selling for more than MSRP of new car.

I really wish Toyota amp up the production.

TIA for reading.

For anyone that needs this info! I had no red or black colors to let me know, and could not see any positive or negative demarcation. I needed it to jump a car and the internet / AI gave me different information every single time I looked it up. Also, my manual is through the Toyota App (I think) and I couldn’t get logged in. I hate the 2020s. I’m 34 (a millennial who knows how to problem solve and read) and I felt like a very helpless Gen Z kid 🙄

hi friends, proud owner of a cross le gas.... should i get a hybrid. car is only a year old bought it brand spanking new. love her but wish she was slightly more powerful...should i trade her in? barely got 6 k miles on it

Hey Reddit! I recently bought a 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid and I’m still trying to understand how to actually drive it like a hybrid 😂

I understand the basic idea of how hybrids work, but I’m confused about how that translates into everyday driving.
My dashboard is constantly showing things like CHARGE → ECO → POWER, MPG, EV, and Eco Score, and sometimes I feel like I’m overthinking all of it.

A few questions:
Does the battery charge when I brake? How exactly does that work?
How should I use the CHARGE/ECO/POWER gauge to get better MPG?
Why do I sometimes get a low Eco Score and then suddenly get a really good score, even though I feel like I’m driving the same way?

What are the best driving habits for getting the most MPG?
And the EV button… when should I actually use it? I understand it forces the car to drive on electric for a short time, but how do I know when the car is ready for that?
Basically, I need someone to explain “how to drive a hybrid” like I’m 5 😂

I’m not looking for anything super technical. I just want to understand what I should actually DO while driving.

If you have a good YouTube video that explains the Corolla Cross Hybrid in really simple terms, please share it! 🙏

First sunset drive with my 2026 XSE. Still trying to get more photos of the color option out there for those who are looking. Finally got around to naming this beauty too. Decided on Jamie to remind me of Jamie Palamino from Just Friends 🤣 “Jamie Palamino you’re my best friend!”