Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: A car with strong safety shield

After being in the news for at least a year, Toyota Malaysia finally launched the Corolla Cross Hybrid in the country. In the model lineup, this new petrol-electric crossover is positioned on the top of the now revised CKD Corolla Cross.

Before discussing Corolla Cross Hybrid safety specs, let's first get to know the crossover a little better.

Priced at RM 136,550 on-the-road insurance, the figure includes sale and service tax exemption and a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty, an eight-year, unlimited-mileage battery warranty that can be extended by two years for RM 2,950.

The hybrid model is powered by a 1.8-litre Dual VVT-i four-cylinder mill pumping a maximum power of 98 PS at 5,200 rpm along with a peak torque of 142 Nm at 3,600 rpm. The e-motor and a nickel-metal battery mated to the mill makes 72 PS and 163 Nm. The total system output comes out to be 122 PS and it is sent to the front wheels.

Other highlighting features -

• Better acceleration time; 0-50 kmph in 2.1 sec, 0-80 kmph in 1.7 sec, and 0-100 kmph in 0.9 sec
• Six decibels quieter cabin during full-throttle acceleration compared to petrol trim
• Fuel consumption is 23.3 kmpl
• Exterior and interior features largely remain the same as the petrol variant with a few additions like dual-zone climate control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a 7-inch digital instrument display

2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid safety

The Hybrid model like the 1.8V Corolla Cross benefits from the Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver assistance systems along with several active & passive features. Below we have discussed each in detail, starting with the Toyota Safety Sense kit -

Pre-Collision System (PCS):

The system alerts the driver and automatically applies brake when it detects a risk of a frontal collision

Lane Departure Alert (LDA):

Less swaying and smooth driving is assured by LDA as its alerts and assists at the time of an unintentional lane departure

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) for all speeds:

This system assures the car is at a safe distance from the preceding car at all times, it even applies brakes automatically when the vehicle ahead slows down

Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) for all speeds:

It keeps the car centred either by detecting the preceding vehicle or the lane at any speed

Automatic High Beam (AHB):

It assures maximum road visibility at all time by automatically switching between high and low beam

Other safety features include -

3D Panoramic View Monitor:

Manoeuvre in tight spaces easily, thanks to the detailed 360-degree view of the car

Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA):

When changing lanes or reversing, this one detects and alerts about the vehicles not visible

Front Digital Video Recorder:

It will record your journey and comes in handy when evidence is needed

7 SRS airbags:

Complete protection of the driver and passengers is guaranteed with seven airbags

Hill-Start Assist Control:

It prevents the vehicle from rolling on an incline

Vehicle Stability Control (VHC) with Traction Control (TRC):

Prevent side skids and stabilise the vehicle when turning on a curve. TRC, on the other hand, slows the engine or applies the brake to regulate spinning

Tyre Pressure Warning System:

Get a notification whenever the Tyre Pressure in the car is low

6 Parking Sensors:

With two ultrasonic sensors at the front and four at the black, the driver can enjoy complete peace of mind

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