What’s New With The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross & Cross Hybrid?

With its capable powertrains and attractive looks, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid get mild styling revisions this year, making this subcompact crossover even more appealing to drivers from Los Angeles to Hollywood and beyond. So, what’s new with the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross & Cross Hybrid? Learn more about the Toyota Corolla Cross changes for 2026, as well as the basic specifications, in this guide from the team at Toyota of Glendale!

Toyota Corolla Cross Changes For 2026

The most notable changes for the 2026 model year include revised front grilles and bumpers, giving the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid unique front-end styling compared to the gas-only 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. A new Cavalry Blue exterior paint is available on gas-only LE and XLE trims, as well as SE and XSE hybrid trims. Additionally, hybrid models are available in a two-tone paint scheme with a black roof and select body colors. New 18-inch wheels are available for gas-only XLE and hybrid XSE trims. 

Inside, the Toyota Corolla Cross changes for 2026 include redesigned center-console storage, an available 10.5-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and an optional Portobello interior color for the XLE trim. Lastly, a Cold-Weather package is standard on XLE AWD and Hybrid XSE and optional on LE AWD and Hybrid SE.

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross & Hybrid Engine Specs

The gas-only and hybrid powertrains carry over with only minor revisions for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. Although both models feature a 2.0L 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), the Corolla Cross Hybrid gains an electric motor for greater power and efficiency. Explore the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid specs you can expect for your drives around the Van Nuys area below:

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

• Horsepower: 169 hp @ 6,600 rpm
• Torque: 151 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm
• Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode (CVTi-S)
• Drive: FWD or AWD with Dynamic Torque Control
• Fuel Economy FWD: 31 city / 33 highway / 32 combined mpg*
• Fuel Economy AWD: 29 city / 31 highway / 30 combined mpg*

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

• Horsepower (net combined): 196 hp 
• Horsepower (gas engine): 150 hp @ 6,000 rpm
• Torque (gas engine): 139 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm
• Electric Motor Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous
• Torque (electric motor): 151.94 lb-ft
• Net Combined Horsepower: 196 hp
• Battery Pack: 4.08 Ah (ampere-hours) lithium-ion battery
• Transmission: Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
• Drive: Electronic On-Demand AWD
• Fuel Economy AWD: 46 city / 39 highway / 42 combined mpg*

Experience The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross At Toyota of Glendale

Now that you know more about the changes to the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, it’s time to experience this remarkable subcompact SUV in person. Contact us today to schedule your test drive in a new Toyota Corolla Cross or new Corolla Cross Hybrid at Toyota of Glendale! Our team will review all the features and benefits of each trim level and powertrain to ensure you find the perfect vehicle for your North Hollywood lifestyle. 

Use our online tools to apply for financing, value your trade-in, and browse our offers and incentives before your appointment at our showroom in Glendale!

Disclaimers:

* EPA-estimated 31 city/33 hwy/32 combined mpg rating for 2026 Corolla Cross L FWD, LE FWD and XLE FWD; projected EPA-estimated 29 city/31 hwy/30 combined mpg rating for 2026 Corolla Cross L AWD, LE AWD and XLE AWD; projected EPA-estimated 46 city/39 hwy/42 combined mpg rating for 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid S, SE and XSE AWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.