Following the ASEAN debut of the Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport (GR-S) in Thailand, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has added the said model to the local lineup. Although it was made available discreetly since last week, local Toyota dealers are already accepting orders.
Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S
The Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport now joins other GR-S models available locally including the Hilux, Fortuner, and Vios. All of the said Toyota models come with aesthetic improvements that aim to provide a sportier appeal as part of the Gazoo Racing (GR) branding. Of note, the Corolla Cross GR-S also received a few non-cosmetic tweaks that improve performance.
An alternate set of shock absorbers and springs are exclusive to the GR-S version of the compact crossover, improving the overall handling and drive. It has also been added with a power tailgate with a kick sensor. This enhances the daily driver characteristics of the model alongside its fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain.
Under the hood, the Corolla Cross GR Sport still uses the 1.8-liter 2ZR-FXE inline-4 gasoline engine with an electric motor. Together, the powertrain is capable of generating 120 horsepower and 142 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a continuously variable transmission (CVT), sending power to the front wheels.
It is the latest addition to the local GR-S lineup
The new sportier version of the Toyota Corolla Cross comes with the same features as the outgoing top-spec Hybrid V including the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS). This driver assistance system has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Pre-Collision System (PCS), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), and Lane Departure Alert (LDA).
TMP offers the new top-of-the-line Corolla Cross GR-S at Php 1,774,000, which is Php 94,000 more than the Hybrid V variant. It is available solely with a Platinum White Pearl Mica paint with a black roof. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact their preferred Toyota dealership as it is still not available on the company’s official website as of this writing.
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Know more about Toyota Corolla Cross 2024
The Toyota Corolla Cross is essentially the crossover version of the Corolla Altis. It shares the same TNGA-C platform as its sedan brother, and it has the same selection of powertrains at least for the local market.
Currently, there are two available variants for the Corolla Cross. The entry-level variant is the Corolla Cross G 1.8 CVT and it has a price tag of Php 1,318,000. The top-spec model meanwhile is the Corolla Cross Hybrid V 1.8 CVT, which can be had for Php 1,680,000. Later in 2023, Toyota PH then added the Corolla Cross GR-S, which is priced at Php 1,844,000.
The Philippine-spec Corolla Cross has two available engine options. For the G-trim, it uses a 1.8-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that can produce up to 138 horsepower and 172 Nm of torque. The V-trim and GR-S in turn both use a 1.8-liter hybrid engine capable of making up to 120 horsepower and 142 Nm of torque. All variants are front-wheel-drive, and all use a continuously variable transmission.
Size-wise, the Toyota Corolla Cross measures 4,460mm in length, 1,825mm in width, and 1,620mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,640mm, and a ground clearance of 161 mm.
Locally, this Toyota-made crossover competes against the likes of the Subaru XV, the Honda HR-V, Ford Territory, Kia Seltos, and the Mazda CX-30.
₱ 1,312,000 - ₱ 1,844,000
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