Yaris Cross v Corolla Saloon comparison

[dannyboy413]

I currently have a Corolla saloon 1.8. Last Thursday I ordered a Yaris Cross. I have been reading articles and watching YouTube videos but was wondering has anybody actually 'downsized' from the Corolla saloon to a Yaris Cross. I realise I am swapping a 1.8 4 cylinder engine for a 1.5 3 cylinder engine. I was looking at a Corolla Cross, but I think it would be a bit big - there are just the two of use in the car normally - and there is a long waiting time here in Ireland. Having taking a Yaris Cross for a ride, I was very impressed, especially with the ease of getting in and out of the car, (at my age that is a big plus!) and at normal driving speeds, quite capable. The Yaris Cross has an estimated deivery time of mid April, so I would get it a lot quicker than the Corolla Cross. Does any of you have any observations on the comparson of the two vehicles?

[FROSTYBALLS]

Saloons in the market sector the Corolla is in, don't sell in high volumes in the UK.

For example the 2007-2018 Corolla saloon was never officially sold in the UK - only the Auris hatchback/Touring Sport were sold.

When the current Corolla, was introduced in 2019, the saloon was included, but was dropped early in 2022 due to low sales.

So not sure whether you will get many/any replies.

[FROSTYBALLS]

Example:

In the UK in January 2022, 1,733 Corolla hatchbacks & Touring Sports were sold, 1,122 Yaris Cross, 1,523 C-HRs, and 37 Corolla saloons.

[TonyHSD]

We have a member swapped his Corolla hatch or ts not sure for a Yaris cross and he is very happy. Yaris c it’s a smaller car but has slightly more airy cabin because of the higher roof line and offers a bit more space on front seats and head room. More visibility perhaps and because it’s slightly shorter will be easier to manoeuvre in tight spaces. Boot space similar to Corolla, performance also very similar to 1.8 if not the same also efficiency it’s similar. Rear seats aren’t as comfortable as on Corolla because the seating position is a bit upright but that’s not a big deal. I also consider a Yaris x as future replacement of my Auris, but not 100% sure if yet against Corolla. 👍

[Bernard Foy]

Hi David it’s kind of asking “how long is a piece of elastic” you could get all sorts of answers. I live in your part of Ireland and I drive a Toyota Yaris Hybrid, which I find is a very acceptable car size for me, occasionally my wife travels with me and loves the car, even more so than her own 152 petrol Yaris. If I go on a golfing weekend I’ll let down the rear seats and it comfortably carries two small luggage cases two electric golf trolleys and batteries two bags of golf clubs and my passenger golfer. So although smaller than my previous Corollas, it still does the same job, is comfortable on long journeys. So at the end of the day “you will have to make the best choice for your needs”. Hope my comments have been helpful. Best of luck 🚘🚘

[Roy124]

I think Tony may be referring to me.  We remain delighted with the change to YC.  Regarding it being shorter therefore easier I disagree.  I have yet to master stopping the car on a white line park mark and am usually 2 feet short.  Parking close to the offside marks or kerb also has me too far out.

Agree entirely about the rear seats, comfortable enough and on the Excel there is a pocket behind both seats.  The drop down armrest is part of the seat split and is for cups not comfortable.

No lights for passengers in the back either.

Luggage space is different.  The boot floor is level, the same as the Corolla 2.0 or 1.8 with spare wheel.  Underneath this is a space the same size as a 1.8 without a spare wheel.  Under this though is a space large enough for a spare wheel.  Much better.

[Chippy01]

Got the new car itch, eh?

My other half has a Yaris Cross, while I have the saloon Corolla.
I am, and always have been, a saloon driver - until I was seduced by hybrid technology and traded my Lexus GS300 for a Prius back in 2010.
When the Corolla saloon was launched with the hybrid running gear, I must have been one of the first to ditch the Prius for the saloon - and many a happy mile I have covered with it too.

But like yourself, advancing years makes you rethink sometimes. And when her indoors got her Yaris Cross, I was more than a little impressed.
The ease of access being the biggest bonus.

When I heard about the Corolla Cross coming to Ireland, I knew what my next car will be.

Does your local dealer have a Corolla Cross for you to test drive? If so, give it a shot. Then test drive the Yaris Cross.
The Corolla Cross is a different animal altogether.
Although the Yaris Cross is impressive and capable, if you're used to the size and power of the Corolla, the Corolla Cross may suit you better.
Also the new 1.8 Corolla Cross is more powerful than the 1.8 in your current saloon, so you don't have to go for the 2.0.

If you're gonna wait until mid April for the Yaris Cross, (and according to my dealer) the Corolla Cross should be due around May/June time.

I put a provisional order for a Corolla Cross in just before Christmas. Now I just sit back and wait.

[dannyboy413]

Many thanks for the replies everybody. @Chippy01 I have taken both the Corolla Cross and Yaris Cross for test drives. The Corolla Cross is a very nice car to drive, although I could only test the 2.0l. My first thoughts were that it was a lovely car, but seemed a bit 'big'. I took the Yaris Cross out for a test a few weeks later and my first thoughts were that it was a lovely car.............. The size just seemed right and there seemed to be plenty of room in the front of the cabin. It might have just been the way I was driving, but it did not seem to be short on power. I suppose if I had tried it on a motorway I might have felt different, but for my purposes, I think, (okay - hope), it will be right for us. Apart from 3 or 4 times a year, there is only the two of use, so any lack of room in the rear will not be a problem. My dealer reckons it will be more like August for the Corolla.