2025 Toyota Corolla Cross GXL
SUV
Score Summary
Reliability
Safety (ANCAP)
Summary
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross GXL is a mid-range compact SUV with a 2.0-litre hybrid system. It targets small families or active individuals seeking a practical, efficient hybrid SUV for urban and occasional long trips. Buyers choose it for strong hybrid efficiency, a comprehensive five-star safety package, Toyota's reliability reputation, and a family-friendly interior with flexible 60/40 folding rear seats.
Highlights
- Hybrid efficiency and performance
- Safety
- Practical space
- In-car tech for GXL
Pricing (excluding on-road costs)
New (2025)
Ownership Sentiment
✓Praises
- •Practical cabin with ample space for a small SUV
- •Strong fuel economy and low running costs, especially in hybrid variant
- •Comfortable ride quality and quiet cabin
- •Generous safety equipment and five-year unlimited kilometre warranty in many trims
- •Value for money in the Australian market, especially for daily commuting
!Complaints
- •Infotainment system can be frustrating with occasional connectivity hiccups
- •Reports of recalls/service actions affecting steering ECU or ECU software
- •Some owners feel the base price is steep relative to features in higher trims
- •Occasional wind/road noise at highway speeds on some wheel-and-tire setups
- •Battery start/stop issues or battery voltage warnings in certain cases (mostly forum posts)
Ownership Costs
Ownership Cost
Medium
Cost Predictability
High
The Toyota Corolla Cross GXL Hybrid offers excellent fuel efficiency with official consumption of 4.2 L/100km, predictable servicing costs due to capped pricing, and moderate insurance and registration costs. It is targeted at buyers seeking a reliable, fuel-efficient small SUV with low running costs. Potential buyers would choose this car for its Toyota reliability, hybrid efficiency, and fixed maintenance costs over the initial years. Overall cost predictability is high, making it a sensible choice for budget-conscious consumers.
Model Reliability
Warranty
5 Years
Reliability Score
Assessment Summary
The Corolla Cross GXL 2025 in Australia generally exhibits solid reliability and low running costs, with strong safety and practicality scores. There are publicly reported recalls and some infotainment/connectivity caveats, but these are addressable through dealer service and software updates. The combination of a proven Toyota hybrid drivetrain and a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty contributes positively to durability expectations. Overall durability is good, but the model’s 2025 refresh and limited long-term ownership data mean a conservative rating is appropriate.
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Brand Reliability
Toyota
Reliability Study (2025)
Problems per 100 vehicles: 162
Rank
#3 / 22
Practicality
Body Type
SUV
Doors
5
Seats
5
ISOfix Points
2
Features
Safety
ANCAP Rating
Fuel Type / Efficiency
Powertrain / Fuel Type
Hybrid
Fuel Consumption
4.4 L/100km
Range (Approx)
850 km
Tank Capacity
36 L
Performance
Engine / Motor Type
Hybrid
Displacement
1.99L
Cylinders
Inline 4
Power
112 kW
Torque
190 Nm
0-100 km/h
-
Towing Capacity
-
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