2023 Toyota Corolla

*Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 XS 2023 Automatic specs* - SA model. Comes in Petrol CVT and Hybrid HEV CVT

### *Engine & Drivetrain - 2 options for XS*
*1. 1.8 Petrol XS CVT*
- *Engine:* 1.8L 2ZR-FE petrol, 4-cylinder
- *Capacity:* 1798 cc
- *Power:* 103 kW / 138 hp
- *Torque:* 172 Nm
- *Transmission:* CVT automatic
- *Drivetrain:* Front wheel drive 4x2
- *0-100 km/h:* ∼10.2s
- *Top speed:* 185 km/h
- *Fuel consumption:* 6.8 L/100km
- *Fuel tank:* 47L

*2. 1.8 XS HEV Hybrid* _Most common for XS_
- *Engine:* 1.8L petrol + electric motor
- *Capacity:* 1798 cc
- *Power:* 72 kW petrol + electric = 90 kW / 121 hp combined
- *Torque:* 142 Nm @ 3600 rpm
- *Transmission:* e-CVT automatic
- *Drivetrain:* Front wheel drive 4x2
- *Top speed:* 170 km/h
- *Fuel consumption:* 4.3 L/100km
- *CO2:* 98 g/km
- *Fuel tank:* 36L

### *Dimensions & Capacity*
- *Length x Width x Height:* 4460 x 1825 x 1620 mm
- *Wheelbase:* 2640 mm
- *Ground clearance:* 161 mm
- *Boot space:* 440L
- *Seats:* 5
- *Kerb weight:* 1325 kg petrol, 1385 kg hybrid
- *Wheels:* 17" alloys 215/60 R17 on XS
- *GVM:* 1850 kg

### *2023 XS Features*
*Safety:* 5-7 airbags, ABS, EBD, BA, VSC, Hill Assist, Rear camera, Rear PDC, ISOFIX x2
*Tech:* Toyota Display Audio, 6 speakers, Bluetooth, USB, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Multi-function steering
*Comfort:* Dual-zone auto climate, cruise control, keyless entry, leather/partial leather seats, electric windows all round
*Exterior:* LED headlights + DRL, LED taillights, roof rails, 17" alloys

_Note: XS Hybrid doesn't get Toyota Safety Sense. That starts on XR. XR gets Adaptive Cruise + Lane Trace + BSM_

### *Service & Warranty SA*
- *Warranty:* 3yr/100,000 km
- *Service plan:* 6 Services / 90,000 km
- *Service interval:* 12 months / 15,000 km
- *Hybrid Battery Warranty:* 8yr/195,000 km

*Pros:* Hybrid does 4.3L/100km, Toyota reliability, big 440L boot, comfortable ride, holds value, low running costs
*Cons:* CVT feels droney, Hybrid only 72kW engine so slow when overtaking, small 36L tank on hybrid, no TSS on XS

*XS vs XR:* XR adds TSS, 18" wheels, power driver seat, more airbags. XS is the value spec.

*Petrol vs Hybrid:* Hybrid saves ∼2.5L/100km but costs ~R42k more new. Break-even around 80,000km if fuel is R25/L.

*Things to check when buying:*
1. *Service history* - 15,000km intervals
2. *Hybrid battery health* - should still be under 8yr warranty
3. *CVT operation* - smooth with no shudder

Looking at Petrol or Hybrid? The Hybrid XS is perfect for city + fuel saving. Petrol XS is better if you do lots of highway
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