Verdict
At RM190,788, the Crosstrek costs RM56,988 more than the Corolla Cross, and its 154 hp, 196 Nm drivetrain sends power to all four wheels rather than the Toyota’s 138 hp, 172 Nm front-drive layout. It also carries eight airbags to the Toyota’s seven. But the Corolla Cross gives a family 440 litres of boot space against 315 litres, rear air-con vents and four front parking sensors. Choose the Toyota for a lower buy-in and cargo room; the Subaru makes sense when AWD, extra output and a 63-litre tank matter.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if all-wheel drive, 154 hp and a larger 63-litre fuel tank matter more than boot space and upfront cost.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you want a 440-litre boot, rear air-con vents, front parking sensors and unlimited-mileage warranty coverage.
Key differences
- Power: Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp at 6,000 rpm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp at 6,400 rpm.
- Torque: Subaru Crosstrek 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm; Toyota Corolla Cross 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Driveline: Subaru Crosstrek all-wheel drive; Toyota Corolla Cross front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Subaru Crosstrek 315 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Fuel tank: Subaru Crosstrek 63 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 47 litres.
- Warranty mileage: Subaru Crosstrek 5 years/100,000 km; Toyota Corolla Cross 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive
- 154 hp and 196 Nm
- Eight airbags and a 63-litre fuel tank
- RM56,988 more expensive
- 315-litre boot versus 440 litres
- Warranty capped at 100,000 km
Corolla Cross
- 440-litre boot with 60:40 rear seats and centre armrest
- Rear air-con vents and four front parking sensors
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the Subaru’s 154 hp and 196 Nm
- Seven airbags versus eight
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,788 | RM133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM359✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 138 hp at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Crosstrek vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Corolla Cross is the better family buy for its lower entry cost, 440-litre boot and unlimited-mileage warranty. Choose the Crosstrek if all-wheel drive, stronger outputs and an extra airbag are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM56,988 more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Corolla Cross has the bigger boot at 440 litres, which is 125 litres more than the Subaru Crosstrek’s 315 litres.
