Head-to-head
2025 Tesla Model Y vs 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
The Tesla Model Y wins clearly, 92.8 to 74.7, on fuel & range. The Toyota Corolla Cross is ahead on safety.
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2025 Tesla Model Y
The 2025 Tesla Model Y is sold in the U.S. as an electric compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model Y Long Range RWD, is…
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A2025 Toyota Corolla Cross
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Corolla Cross…
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Verdict · default weights
2025 Tesla Model Y
Clear winThe Tesla Model Y wins clearly, 92.8 to 74.7, on fuel & range. The Toyota Corolla Cross is ahead on safety.
Fuel & range 2025 Tesla Model Y leads by 72.4
Safety 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross leads by 13.6
| Category · weight | 2025 Tesla Model Yoverall 92.8 | 2025 Toyota Corolla Crossoverall 74.7 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 27.6 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 83.8 | 97.4 | ||||||||||||
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 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 92.8 | 74.7 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Toyota Corolla Cross: base trim L FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
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 Tesla Model Y wins
- It is rated 125 combined against 32 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,500 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $2,100).
Where the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (21 against 109 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 89).
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
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $24,035 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,987 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 2.0-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Fuel injection system | — | D-4S |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 169 hp |
| Torque | — | 150 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 31 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 33 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 4.014 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | — | 64.8 in |
| Overall length | — | 176 in |
| Overall width | — | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 104 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 46.9 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 19.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 88.4 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 39.1 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 32 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,125 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,125 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 4,290 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 1,165 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Torsion-beam suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 35.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 282 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 215/65R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 12.4 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Safety Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Drive Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 52.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 52.4 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
53 features · differences first, then sharedSafety17 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Backup camera with static gridlines | — | std |
| Collapsible steering column | — | std |
| Crumple zones/side-impact door beams | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | 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 |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ —includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ —includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ —includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | — | 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 |
| Anti-theft system engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | — | std |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, 6 speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Up to 10-year 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 |
Convenience1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic lock/unlock feature | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5-passenger seating with 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests | — | std |
| 6-way manual driver's seat | — | std |
| 4-way manual passenger seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests | — | std |
Interior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Exterior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB) | — | std |
| All chrome badging | — | std |
| Black grille | — | std |
| Black rocker body panels and black overfenders | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors | — | std |
| Intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| LED stop lights | — | std |
| Matte-black heated power outside mirrors | — | std |
| Color-keyed rear spoiler | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | — | std |
Powertrain1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPTesla Model Y
Safety Signal 89 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3
Owner complaints 109 · 33 crashes · 3 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (64), Unspecified (26), Lane Departure (25)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V002000 · 239,382 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V315000 · 14,575 vehicles
- minor Tires 24V935000 · 696,281 vehicles
Toyota 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
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Tesla Model Y | Toyota Corolla CrossL FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $24,035 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $24,035 – $31,580 10 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Model Y Long Range RWD | Corolla Cross |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 125 | 32 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $600 | $2,100 |
| EV range | 337 mi | — |
| 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 Tesla Model Y or the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?
The Tesla Model Y wins clearly, 92.8 to 74.7, on fuel & range. The Toyota Corolla Cross is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Tesla Model Y scores 92.8 and the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross 74.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Tesla Model Y or the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?
2025 Tesla Model Y: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 3 recalls. 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 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 Tesla Model Y and the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross?
Where the 2025 Tesla Model Y wins: it is rated 125 combined against 32 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $1,500 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $2,100). Where the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (21 against 109 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 89). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.