Toyota Corolla vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Which Should You Buy?
A side-by-side comparison of price, depreciation, specifications and known issues to help you decide between the Toyota Corolla and the Toyota Corolla Cross in the South African market.
Toyota Corolla
7.8
Strong Buy
VS
Toyota Corolla Cross
8.2
Excellent Value
Toyota Corolla is the more affordable option to buy used.
Toyota Corolla Cross holds its value better over 5 years.
| Toyota Corolla | Toyota Corolla Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Est. Retail Price | R405k | R420k–R470k |
| Est. Trade Price | R355k | R380k–R420k |
| Annual Sales (SA) | ~8,500 | ~8,500 |
| 5yr Depreciation | 28% | 18% |
| RideReport Score | 7.8 | 8.2 |
| Engine | 1.8L Petrol + Electric Motor (Hybrid) | 1.8L petrol + electric motor hybrid |
| Power | 134 kW combined (petrol 103 kW + motor 53 kW) | 103 kW (petrol) + 53 kW (motor) = 132 kW combined |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT automatic |
| Fuel consumption | 5.1–5.5 L/100 km (certified) | 4.2–4.8 L/100 km combined (WLTP) |
| Known issues | 3 | 3 |
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