Verdict
At RM123,800, the GAC Emkoo is RM10,000 below the RM133,800 Toyota Corolla Cross, yet brings 175 hp and 270 Nm against 138 hp and 172 Nm. Its 638-litre boot dwarfs the Toyota’s 440 litres, and its 2,750-mm wheelbase is 110 mm longer. The Corolla Cross is 135 kg lighter, more compact and carries unlimited-mileage five-year cover, while the Emkoo’s road tax is RM120 rather than RM359. On these figures, the GAC is the stronger buy unless compact dimensions and uncapped warranty mileage matter more.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want more power, a 638-litre boot and extra kit including a panoramic glass roof, head-up display and ventilated driver’s seat for less money.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if a smaller 4,460-mm footprint, 1,405-kg kerb weight and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty are your priorities.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Output: GAC Emkoo 175 hp and 270 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Size: GAC Emkoo 4,680 mm long with a 2,750-mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla Cross 4,460 mm long with a 2,640-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: GAC Emkoo 638 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Road tax: GAC Emkoo RM120 per year; Toyota Corolla Cross RM359 per year.
- Warranty mileage: GAC Emkoo five years/150,000 km plus seven-year/180,000-km powertrain cover; Toyota Corolla Cross five years/unlimited km.
Emkoo
- 175 hp and 270 Nm, versus 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- 638-litre boot and 55-litre fuel tank.
- Panoramic glass roof, head-up display and ventilated driver’s seat.
- Five-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km versus unlimited mileage.
- No front foglamps, unlike the Corolla Cross.
- At 4,680 mm long and 1,901 mm wide, it is larger than the Corolla Cross.
Corolla Cross
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 135 kg lighter at 1,405 kg, and 220 mm shorter.
- Gets front foglamps, a driver’s knee airbag and contactless powered boot operation.
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the Emkoo’s 175 hp and 270 Nm.
- 440-litre boot is 198 litres smaller than the Emkoo’s.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Emkoo’s multi-link layout.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM133,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp✓ | 138 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h✓ | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres✓ | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Emkoo & Corolla Cross for sale
Emkoo vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Emkoo is the better choice on the stated performance, boot capacity and price figures. Choose the Corolla Cross instead if its smaller dimensions, lower weight and unlimited-mileage warranty matter more than the Emkoo’s 37 hp and 98 Nm advantage.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM10,000 less than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
Which warranty suits high-mileage owners?
The Toyota Corolla Cross suits high-mileage owners better because its five-year manufacturer warranty has unlimited mileage. The Emkoo’s five-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 150,000 km, although its powertrain cover runs for seven years or 180,000 km.