The 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross is a subcompact SUV offering a blend of practicality and fuel efficiency, particularly in its hybrid versions. It's built on the same platform as the Yaris but is longer, wider, and taller, giving it a more SUV-like appearance with features like squared-off wheel arches and cladding.
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Hybrid Powertrain:
The Yaris Cross primarily uses a 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine paired with an electric motor. The hybrid system offers different power outputs depending on the trim level, with some models reaching 129bhp.
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Fuel Efficiency:
The hybrid system contributes to good fuel economy, with some models achieving 50 to 70 miles per gallon. It can also operate in electric-only mode for short distances.
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Optional All-Wheel Drive:
The Yaris Cross offers an optional all-wheel-drive system, providing enhanced traction and capability.
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Safety Features:
It includes Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), which includes features like pre-collision system, automatic high beam, lane tracing assist, and adaptive cruise control. Higher trims may add blind spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert.
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Dimensions:
It's 4,180mm long, 1,765mm wide, and 1,560mm tall, with a wheelbase longer than a standard Yaris.
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Interior:
The interior features a redesigned cabin with a larger multimedia screen (up to 10.5 inches) and a combi meter instrument display (up to 12.3 inches) in higher trims.
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Cargo Space:
The boot offers 350 liters of capacity, expandable to 460 liters when loaded to the roof.
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Other Notable Features:Keyless entry, push-button start, electronic parking brake, and a reverse camera are also included.
