# Toyota Corolla Cross specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 30-42
- **Drive:** AWD, FWD
- **Years covered:** 2022-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is a small SUV rated at 30-42 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid.

## Every 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | AWD | CVT | 46/39 | 42 mpg | $1,600 | 211 g/mi |
| Corolla Cross | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | CVT | 31/33 | 32 mpg | $2,100 | 276 g/mi |
| Corolla Cross AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | CVT | 29/31 | 30 mpg | $2,250 | 295 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Toyota Corolla Cross specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 30-42 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 30-42 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 30-42 |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 30-42 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD, FWD | 30-32 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Corolla Cross changed over the years?

- **2023:** added 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid.

## What does it cost to run a Corolla Cross?

The EPA puts the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross's fuel cost at **$1,600-$2,250 a year**, against about $2,282 for other current small SUVs: roughly 16% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $9,625 in fuel.

## Corolla Cross vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 |
| [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 |
| [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 |
| [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 |
| [Hyundai Tucson](/vehicles/hyundai-tucson) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,600 |
| [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 |
| [Kia Sorento](/vehicles/kia-sorento) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-37 mpg | $1,800-$2,900 |
| [Lexus RX](/vehicles/lexus-rx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-36 mpg | $2,300-$3,400 |

Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross get?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is EPA-rated at 30-42 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross have?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid. It uses cvt transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD.

### Is there a hybrid Toyota Corolla Cross?

Yes. The Toyota Corolla Cross has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Toyota Corolla Cross year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross has the highest combined rating, up to 42 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross for a year?

About $1,600-$2,250 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross?

The most efficient 2026 version, the Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD, is rated 46 mpg city and 39 mpg highway (42 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 211-295 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Toyota Corolla Cross cheap to run compared with other small SUVs?

Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $1,600-$2,250 compares with about $2,282 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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