The GR-S Hybrid joins the Corolla Cross range and more specifications are added to the X1 and Xs models.
Following the introduction of the Cross GR Sport in 2022, its Hybrid sibling is the latest model to receive the GR-S touch. This package sharpens the aesthetics and adds improved driving dynamics. The Hybrid features;
- Revised front grille design finished in gloss black.
- Gloss black lower apron with signature GR Mesh.
- Vertical air ducts incorporating fog lamps.
- Black exterior mirrors paired with black roof and black roof rails.
- Black roof spoiler, black tailgate trim and blacked-out rear diffuser.
- GR badge affixed to the rear.
- Three exterior colours, Arizona Red, Chromium Silver, and Glacier White.
Inside the cabin the GR emblem is embossed on the front headrests of the black leather seats along with red contrast stitching and red perforation. Red accent stripe on the instrument panel and piano black surface detailing. Chunky 3-spoke steering wheel with red stitching.
Further changes are the new shock absorbers and revised coil springs, unique 18-inch black alloy wheels with 225/50R18 tyres. The powertrain is the proven 1.8-litre 2ZR-FXE Atkinson cycle petrol engine and Toyota electric motor offering 53 kW making the total output 90 kW and 163 Nm. Fuel index of 4.3 L/100km on the combined cycle.
Many more specs have been introduced such as.
- Keyless Entry
- Power-adjusted retractable exterior mirrors
- All-round one touch power windows
- LED lights
- Cruise Control
- Reverse Camera and Park Distance Control
Toyota Safety Sense is also installed providing Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Trace Assist, Blind-Spot monitoring, Hill Assist and Brake assist to mention a few.
Corolla Cross
1.8 Xi CVT R381 200
1.8 XS CVT R414 300
1.8 XR CVT R451 300
1.8 XS HEV R442 800
1.8 XR HEV R480 200
1.8 CVT GR-S R466 800
1.8 HEV GR-S R495 200
6-services/90 000km service plan. 3-year/100 000km warranty. Hybrid battery carries an 8-year/195 000 warranty.