Head-to-head
2025 Hyundai Tucson vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
The Toyota Corolla Cross edges it, 92.8 to 89.1, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on space & cargo and performance. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 4 and it flips.
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2025 Hyundai Tucson
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Verdict · default weights
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
Slight edgeThe Toyota Corolla Cross edges it, 92.8 to 89.1, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on space & cargo and performance. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 4 and it flips.
Space & cargo 2025 Hyundai Tucson leads by 35.1
Price 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross leads by 16.3
Safety 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross leads by 16.3
| Category · weight | 2025 Toyota Corolla Crossoverall 92.8 | 2025 Hyundai Tucsonoverall 89.1 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 83.7 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 87.5 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 92.8 | 76.5 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 64.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 91.1 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 95.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 92.8 | 89.1 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Toyota Corolla Cross: base trim L FWD · Hyundai Tucson: base trim SE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 4 and the answer flips.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (21 against 453 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 69).
- It starts $4,670 lower ($24,035 against $28,705 base MSRP).
Where the 2025 Hyundai Tucson answers
- It lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 17.
- It holds 38.7 cu ft behind the second row against 19.6.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,035 | $28,705 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,987 cc | 2,497 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 169 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 31 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.014 | 3.648 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | cvt | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | 64.8 in | 65.6 in |
| Overall length | 176 in | 183 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 104 in | 109 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 46.9 cu-ft | 80.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 19.6 cu-ft | 38.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 88.4 cu-ft | 147 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.5 in | 40.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in | 39.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 32 in | 41.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,125 lbs | 3,429 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,125 lbs | 3,429 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,290 lbs | 4,717 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1,165 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion-beam suspension with stabilizer bar | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft | 38.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | 282 mm | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 215/65R17 | 235/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal | 14.3 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Drive Connect | Bluelink+ |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 120 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 52.7 in | 57.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 52.4 in | 56 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
111 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 37 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | — | std |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC) | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | — | std |
| Nine airbags —includes driver and front passenger airbags; driver and front passenger outboard seat-mounted side airbags; driver and passenger side curtain airbags, rear side airbags (right and left), and driver knee airbag | std | — |
| Nine airbags —includes driver and front passenger airbags; driver and front passenger outboard seat-mounted side airbags; driver and passenger side curtain airbags, rear side airbags (right and left), and driver knee airbag | std | — |
| Rearview camera | — | std |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Nine airbags —includes driver and front passenger airbags; driver and front passenger outboard seat-mounted side airbags; driver and passenger side curtain airbags, rear side airbags (right and left), and driver knee airbag | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | — | std |
| 8 airbags - Front, Front Side, Side-Curtain, & Rear Side with Rollover Sensors | — | std |
| Backup camera with static gridlines | std | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Collapsible steering column | std | — |
| Crumple zones/side-impact door beams | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| High Beam Assist | — | std |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) | — | std |
| Lane Following Assist (LFA) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on rear seats | std | — |
| Nine airbags —includes driver and front passenger airbags; driver and front passenger outboard seat-mounted side airbags; driver and passenger side curtain airbags, rear side airbags (right and left), and driver knee airbag | std | — |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | — | std |
| Steering wheel haptic feedback (for LKA and BCA) | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Proactive Driving Assist (PDA), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) and Road Sign Assist (RSA) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management | — | std |
| ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | std | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | std | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | std | std |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | std |
| Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) | std | std |
| Vehicle Stability Management | std | std |
| Immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ Individual Tire Indicator | std | std |
Infotainment18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility | std | — |
| Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up) | — | std |
| 12.3" color touchscreen with AM/FM, HD Radio, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio system with 6-speakers (ccNC Lite) | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, 6 speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription | std | — |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode) | — | std |
| Bluelink+ Connected Car System | — | std |
| Controller OTA update capability | — | std |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Capable (subscription required) | std | — |
| Front Dual USB Type-C ports (1 data/charge + 1 charge port (27W)) | — | std |
| HD Radio™ Technology | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Up to 10-year trial subscription | std | — |
| Second row Dual USB ports (27W charging power) | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Up to 10-year trial subscription | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3-month trial subscription) | — | std |
| Two total front USB-C charging outlets | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Up to 30-day/3 GB trial subscription | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ | — | std |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity key entry with push button start | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic lock/unlock feature | std | — |
| Remote release Hood | — | std |
| 12-volt outlet (2) Front (1) / cargo (1) | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents | std | — |
Seating5 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4-way manual passenger seat | std | — |
| Cloth-trimmed seats (stain- and odor-resistant) | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests | std | — |
| Remote release folding rear seats (from cargo) | — | std |
| Rear center armrest with cupholders | — | std |
| 60/40 Split fold-down & reclining rear seatback with adjustable head restraint | std | std |
| 6-way adjustable driver's seat | std | std |
Interior15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Multi-Information Display | — | std |
| Black door interior handles | std | — |
| Center console with armrest | std | — |
| Dual sun visors and vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Four cup total holders | std | — |
| Overhead console with maplights, Safety Connect® button | std | — |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | std | — |
| Premium instrumentation cluster with 4.2-in. color Multi-Information Display (MID) | std | — |
| Standard shift knob / shift boot | std | — |
| Standard tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, hands-free phone voice-command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) controls | std | — |
| Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel | — | std |
| Inside rearview mirror Manual day/night | — | std |
| LED Cargo area light | — | std |
| Sunvisors w/ sliding function | — | std |
| Trip odometer | — | std |
Exterior17 differ · 20 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB) | std | — |
| Acoustic Laminated Windshield | — | std |
| All chrome badging | std | — |
| Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) | — | std |
| Black grille | std | — |
| Black rocker body panels and black overfenders | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | std | — |
| Heated outside mirrors | std | — |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| LED front turn signals | — | std |
| LED stop lights | std | — |
| Matte-black heated power outside mirrors | std | — |
| Shark-fin roof antenna | — | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | — | std |
| Solar glass Front Door, Windshield | — | std |
| Mud Guards Front/Rear | — | opt |
| Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
| Compact Temporary Tire | std | std |
| Rear spoiler Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor | std | std |
Powertrain4 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| HTRAC AWD, Active On-Demand | — | std |
| AWD Lock | — | opt |
| Drive Mode Center-console mounted | — | std |
| Idle Stop & Go | — | std |
| FWD | std | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Rack and pinion steering, column-mounted | — | std |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tow Hitch | — | opt |
| Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV) | — | std |
| Trailer pre-wiring | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Corolla Cross
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 21 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (5), Forward Collision Avoidance (5), Service Brakes (4)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 26V203000 · 73,528 vehicles
Hyundai Tucson
Safety Signal 69 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 7
Owner complaints 453 · 40 crashes · 2 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (279), Electrical System (128), Unspecified (89)
Top recalls
- high Forward Collision Avoidance 26V316000 · 423,062 vehicles
- high Air Bags 25V809000 · 258 vehicles
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 25V549000 · 29 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V877000 · 42,465 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 26V047000 · 41,651 vehicles
- minor Electrical System 26V400000 · 96,310 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | Hyundai TucsonSE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $24,035 (base trim) | $28,705 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $24,035 – $31,580 10 trims | $28,705 – $47,440 16 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | PHEV, HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Corolla Cross | Tucson FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 32 | 28 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,100 | $2,400 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | — |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?
The Toyota Corolla Cross edges it, 92.8 to 89.1, on price, safety, fuel & range. The Hyundai Tucson is ahead on space & cargo and performance. Raise the space & cargo weight from 2 to 4 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross scores 92.8 and the 2025 Hyundai Tucson 89.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross starts lower — $24,035 against $28,705, a gap of $4,670 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross or the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2025 Hyundai Tucson: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 7 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2025 Hyundai Tucson?
Where the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (21 against 453 filed with NHTSA), has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 69), and starts $4,670 lower ($24,035 against $28,705 base MSRP). Where the 2025 Hyundai Tucson answers: it lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 17 and holds 38.7 cu ft behind the second row against 19.6. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.