Verdict
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM190,788 against RM133,800 for the Toyota Corolla Cross, a RM56,988 gap. Its 154 hp and 196 Nm 2.0-litre engine, AWD and double-wishbone rear suspension are tangible mechanical gains over the Toyota’s 138 hp, 172 Nm, FWD and torsion-beam layout. But the Corolla Cross is the more practical family carrier: its 440-litre boot beats the Crosstrek’s 315 litres, and it adds rear air-con vents and front parking sensors. The Subaru also has a longer 2,670 mm wheelbase, dual-zone climate control and a sunroof.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if AWD, 154 hp and 196 Nm, plus its sunroof and dual-zone air-con, matter more than a RM56,988 saving and boot space.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross if you want the RM133,800 entry point, a 440-litre boot, rear vents and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788; Toyota Corolla Cross RM133,800.
- Output: Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm; Toyota Corolla Cross 138 hp and 172 Nm.
- Driveline: Subaru Crosstrek all-wheel drive; Toyota Corolla Cross front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Subaru Crosstrek 315 litres; Toyota Corolla Cross 440 litres.
- Rear suspension: Subaru Crosstrek double wishbones; Toyota Corolla Cross torsion beam.
- Warranty mileage: Subaru Crosstrek 100,000 km; Toyota Corolla Cross unlimited.
Crosstrek
- 154 hp and 196 Nm from a 1,995 cc engine
- All-wheel drive and double-wishbone rear suspension
- Dual-zone climate control, sunroof and powered front seats with driver memory
- RM56,988 more expensive
- 315-litre boot is 125 litres smaller
- No front parking sensors or rear air-con vents; warranty is capped at 100,000 km
Corolla Cross
- RM133,800 price and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- 440-litre boot, rear air-con vents and front parking sensors
- Powered contactless tailgate and 360-degree camera
- 138 hp and 172 Nm trail the Subaru’s 154 hp and 196 Nm
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- No sunroof or dual-zone climate control; front passenger seat is manually adjusted
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,788 | RM133,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp✓ | 138 hp |
| Torque | 196 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,405 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 440 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion | 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 for two rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 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 | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger 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 with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM359✓ |
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 Crosstrek & Corolla Cross for sale
Crosstrek vs Corolla Cross FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota Corolla Cross better?
The Corolla Cross is the better-value family choice with a 440-litre boot, rear vents and a much lower price. Choose the Crosstrek for AWD, 154 hp and 196 Nm, plus double-wishbone rear suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM56,988 more than the Toyota Corolla Cross: RM190,788 versus RM133,800.
Which has more boot space?
The Toyota Corolla Cross has the larger boot at 440 litres. The Subaru Crosstrek provides 315 litres, so the Toyota carries 125 litres more luggage.