Verdict
At RM140,800, the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV is the rational call: it has the same 1,798 cc hybrid system, 97 hp petrol engine, 71 hp motor and 163 Nm motor torque as the RM148,800 Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV GR Sport. Both also carry seven airbags, a 440-litre boot and a 1,430 kg kerb weight. The RM8,000 gap is hard to justify on these specifications alone. No GR Sport-specific equipment or mechanical change is stated here, so check the final showroom equipment list before paying extra.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV if you want the identical listed hybrid drivetrain, safety kit and cabin practicality for RM8,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV GR Sport if its RM148,800 price is acceptable and the final equipment list confirms GR Sport trim items you specifically want.
Key differences
- List price: RM140,800 | RM148,800
- Price relative to the 1.8 HEV: 100.0% | 105.7%
- Price per 97 hp petrol-engine output: RM1,452/hp | RM1,534/hp
- Price per 440-litre boot capacity: RM320/litre | RM338/litre
1.8 HEV
- RM8,000 lower purchase price
- Same 97 hp petrol engine and 71 hp motor
- Same seven airbags and 360-degree camera
1.8 HEV GR Sport
- Same 1,430 kg kerb weight as the lower-priced variant
- Same adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction
- Same five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- Costs RM8,000 more
- No additional power is specified: 97 hp petrol engine and 71 hp motor
- No GR Sport-specific equipment difference is stated
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM140,800✓ | RM148,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM359 | RM359 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (Dual VVT-i) |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 97 hp at 5,200 rpm | 97 hp at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 142 Nm at 3,600 rpm | 142 Nm at 3,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13 | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 71 hp | 71 hp |
| Motor Torque | 163 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,460 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,430 kg | 1,430 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 7 (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 Outer 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 | 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Capacitive Touchscreen Display, 6 Speakers, Wireless Carplay and Wired Android Auto, USB and Bluetooth | 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 with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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.
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1.8 HEV vs 1.8 HEV GR Sport FAQ
Is the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV or Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV GR Sport better?
The Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV is the better buy on the stated specifications. It matches the GR Sport’s hybrid outputs, safety equipment, boot space and weight while costing RM8,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV costs RM140,800, while the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV GR Sport costs RM148,800. The difference is RM8,000.
Does the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 HEV GR Sport have more power?
No. Both use a 1,798 cc hybrid system with a 97 hp petrol engine producing 142 Nm, plus a 71 hp electric motor producing 163 Nm.
