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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross vs 2026 Subaru Crosstrek

Price, size, cabin, cargo, towing, safety and ownership side by side. Every value comes from the cited sources in each model-year profile, and gaps stay labeled instead of guessed.

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Key differences

Where the published numbers differ

No overall winner: each line is one source-backed figure. Decide which ones matter for how you will use the SUV.

ACorolla Cross has

  • Starting pricelower starting price by $1,660

BCrosstrek has

  • Overall lengthlonger by 0.3 in
  • Wheelbaselonger wheelbase by 1.2 in
  • Front headroommore front headroom by 1.2 in

=Same figure

None of the compared fields are identical.

Head-to-head

The numbers, side by side

Bars share one scale starting at zero, so small real differences are not exaggerated. Where a profile lists several figures, the highest published one is used.

Corolla CrossCrosstrek
Starting price2026 Toyota Corolla Cross: lower starting price by $1,660
$25,335
$26,995
Overall length2026 Subaru Crosstrek: longer by 0.3 in
176.1 in
176.4 in
Wheelbase2026 Subaru Crosstrek: longer wheelbase by 1.2 in
103.9 in
105.1 in
Overall widthVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
71.9 in
70.9 in; 71.7 in Wilderness
Ground clearanceVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
8.1 in
8.7 in; 9.3 in Wilderness
Rear legroomVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
32.0 in
36.5-36.7 in
Front headroom2026 Subaru Crosstrek: more front headroom by 1.2 in
38.6 in
39.8 in without moonroof

Decision snapshot

Six buyer questions, without an overall winner.

Each card compares one documented criterion. A lead is shown only when both source-backed values use a compatible measurement; otherwise the raw facts stay visible and the criterion stays unresolved.

Starting priceStarting MSRP
ACorolla Cross$25,335Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
BCrosstrek$26,995Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross has lower published starting MSRP by $1,660.

EfficiencyHybrid fuel economy
ACorolla Cross46 city / 39 highway / 42 combined mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification
BCrosstrek36 city / 36 highway mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume
ACorolla CrossNot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile
BCrosstrek54.7 cu ft gas; 50.6 cu ft hybridManufacturer-published U.S. specification

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom
ACorolla Cross32.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
BCrosstrek36.5-36.7 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Subaru Crosstrek has more published rear/second-row legroom by 4.7 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing
ACorolla Cross1,500 lbManufacturer-published U.S. specification
BCrosstrekNot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Basic warrantyNew-vehicle / basic warranty
ACorolla CrossVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date
BCrosstrekVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Table view

At a glance

Key specifications

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Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Starting MSRPDifferent$25,335Manufacturer-published U.S. specification$26,995Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Primary engine / systemDifferent2.0L four-cylinderManufacturer-published U.S. specification2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinderManufacturer-published U.S. specification
DrivetrainDifferentAWDManufacturer-published U.S. specificationSymmetrical AWD standardManufacturer-published U.S. specification
SeatingData gap5Manufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatData gap24.0 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Maximum towingData gap1,500 lbManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap—No source-backed value verified yet180 hpManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoData gap—No source-backed value verified yet54.7 cu ftGas reference

Price & trims

Pricing and trim lineup

4 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Starting MSRPDifferent$25,335Manufacturer-published U.S. specification$26,995Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Entry trimDifferentGas lineup · From $25,335FWD or AWD by gradeBase · $26,995Gas AWD
Highest listed trimDifferentHybrid XSE · $33,830AWDSport Hybrid · $33,995Hybrid AWD
Trim lineupDifferentGas lineup · Hybrid S · Hybrid SE · Hybrid XSE4 researched trimsBase · Premium · Sport · Sport Hybrid · Wilderness5 researched trims

Performance

Engine, output and drivetrain

2 of 3 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Engine / primary systemDifferent2.0L four-cylinderManufacturer-published U.S. specification2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinderManufacturer-published U.S. specification
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDHybrid uses AWDSymmetrical AWD standardManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Primary outputData gap—No source-backed value verified yet180 hpManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

Fuel and efficiency details

1 of 2 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Hybrid fuel economyDifferent46 city / 39 highway / 42 combined mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification36 city / 36 highway mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Off-road trim fuel economyData gap—No source-backed value verified yet24 city / 29 highway mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Size & footprint

Exterior dimensions

4 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
WheelbaseDifferent103.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification105.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall lengthDifferent176.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification176.4 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall widthDifferent71.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification70.9 in; 71.7 in WildernessManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Ground clearanceDifferent8.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification8.7 in; 9.3 in WildernessManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cabin

Interior space and seating

2 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
SeatingData gap5Manufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Front legroom42.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification42.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear legroomDifferent32.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification36.5-36.7 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Front headroomDifferent38.6 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification39.8 in without moonroofManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo

Cargo space and practical measurements

0 of 3 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Cargo behind rear seatData gap24.0 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Rear seatData gap60/40 split-foldingManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Maximum cargo volumeData gap—No source-backed value verified yet54.7 cu ft gas; 50.6 cu ft hybridManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Utility

Towing, seating and capability

1 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Maximum towingData gap1,500 lbManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveDifferentFWD or AWDHybrid uses AWDSymmetrical AWD standardManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear seatData gap60/40 split-foldingManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatData gap24.0 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Maximum cargoData gap—No source-backed value verified yet54.7 cu ft gas; 50.6 cu ft hybridManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Ownership

Warranty and service planning

0 of 1 differ
Research fieldA2026 Toyota Corolla CrossB2026 Subaru Crosstrek
New-vehicle / basic warrantyVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service dateVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

Safety systems

Driver-assistance equipment and context

A2026 Toyota

Corolla Cross

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

  • Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
  • Lane-support features
  • Blind-spot systems where equipped
  • Check trim for available advanced driver assistance
B2026 Subaru

Crosstrek

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

  • Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
  • Lane-support features
  • Blind-spot systems where equipped
  • Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Cabin technology

Infotainment, connectivity and convenience

A2026 Toyota

Corolla Cross

  • Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
  • Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
  • Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.
B2026 Subaru

Crosstrek

  • Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
  • Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
  • Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Evidence ledger

Source links and research freshness

Buying context

What to check before choosing a trim

A2026 Toyota

Corolla Cross

  1. The hybrid uses AWD, so compare it with AWD rivals.
  2. Keep the source check date beside live Toyota pricing.
  3. Use the exact trim for passenger-space and cargo checks.
Research caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Updated 2026-09-233 research sources
B2026 Subaru

Crosstrek

  1. Hybrid cargo volume is lower than the standard gas reference.
  2. Wilderness changes clearance, fuel economy and towing.
  3. Moonroof-equipped trims lose published front headroom.
Research caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Updated 2026-09-232 research sources

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