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Fuel economy isn’t a number plucked from thin air; it’s decided by several mechanical factors under the hood. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross has a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that offers 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque, enabling the vehicle to tow up to 1,500 pounds when properly equipped.
Another factor that can affect MPG is your vehicle’s transmission. The Corolla Cross has a standard Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence and Shift Mode. Instead of traditional gears, it has a series of gear ratios to provide the exact power you need when you need it.
The final mechanical factor we’ll cover here is the drivetrain. The Corolla Cross has standard front-wheel drive (FWD), which means power goes only to the front axle. You can also choose available all-wheel drive (AWD), which means power goes to both the front and rear axles.
Now that you know what factors go into a vehicle’s MPG, it’s time to discuss the Toyota Corolla Cross fuel efficiency. If you decide to go with FWD, you’ll benefit from an EPA-estimated 31 city/33 highway MPG; and if you decide on AWD, you’ll have an EPA-estimated 29 city/32 highway MPG.*
The difference comes from how the power is distributed. Since the power on the FWD only goes to one axle, it requires less fuel than AWD, in which power must go to both axles.
If you want to stretch your vehicles’ fuel economy, there are a few things you can do to improve the efficiency. You’re probably already following the first suggestion, which is to meet your vehicle’s regular maintenance milestones. Keeping your vehicle in good health is the easiest step to improve fuel economy.
There are also things you can do to increase fuel efficiency in your everyday driving. Try to combine your drives into as few trips as possible, since repeated stopping and starting the engine uses fuel. Also, make sure you’re only carrying what you need, as extra weight in your car uses extra power, which consumes more fuel.
We know you need a fuel-efficient subcompact SUV for your daily drives, and the team at Ira Toyota of Manchester is here to help you get behind the wheel of the Toyota Corolla Cross. If you’re in the Amherst, Derry, or Manchester, New Hampshire, area, visit us for a test drive.
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* EPA-estimated 31 city/33 hwy/32 combined mpg rating for 2022 Corolla Cross L FWD, LE FWD and XLE FWD; EPA-estimated 29 city/32 hwy/30 combined mpg rating for 2022 Corolla Cross L AWD, LE AWD and XLE AWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov
