XLE FWD
What the XLE adds over the L (+$4,925)
| Spec | L | XLE |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3097 lbs | 3142 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3097 lbs | 3142 lbs |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,035 | $29,960 |
| Payload capacity | 1165 lbs | 1120 lbs |
| Tire size | 215/65R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power-adjustable heated driver's seat with lumbar support, 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, 6 speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription, 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster, 5-passenger seating with SofTex®-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests, Ambient lighting, Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver, Backup camera with dynamic gridlines, Black grille with metallic paint surround, Black roof rails, Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA), Cargo area tonneau cover, Chrome side-window frame molding, Color-keyed outside door handles with front-row touch-sensor lock and unlock feature, Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist, Dual sun visors with sliding extensions, illuminated vanity mirrors, Dual sun visors with sliding extensions, illuminated vanity mirrors, Four USB-C charging outlets: two front and two rear, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB), Front automatic dual-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents, Front automatic single-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents, Gloss-black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, Gloss-black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, Heated front seats, Heated steering wheel, Intermittent rear-window wiper, LED fog lights, Leather-trimmed shift boot, Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone voice-command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) controls, Passenger-side glove compartment with light, Premium Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB), and LED Turn Signals, Premium LED combination taillights, Privacy glass on rear, side, quarter and liftgate windows, Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging, Rear folding armrest, Safe Exit Alert (SEA), Satin-finish interior door handles, Six cup holders, Smart Key System on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic buttons, Spider cargo net to secure everyday items in the cargo area
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 46.9 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 24 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 94.9 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Remote Connect / Service Connect / Drive Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 64.8 in |
| Overall length | 176.1 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1987 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy cylinder head |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 169 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 32 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,960 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 52.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 52.4 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion-beam suspension with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/55R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.0 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3142 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3142 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4290 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1120 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety16 std · 0 opt
- Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Safe Exit Alert (SEA)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Backup camera with static gridlines
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Collapsible steering column
- Crumple zones/side-impact door beams
- Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on rear seats
- 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
- Rear-Seat Reminder
- 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)
- 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)
- Anti-theft system engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert
Infotainment8 std · 1 opt
- Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility
- 10.5-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, 6 speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription
- 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, 6 speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription
- Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging
- Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch
- Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator
- Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports
- 9-speaker JBL® Premium Audio with subwoofer and amplifier optional
Convenience3 std · 1 opt
- Convenience Package—includes power liftgate and moonroof optional
- Smart Key System on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic buttons
- Four USB-C charging outlets: two front and two rear
- Power door locks with shift-linked automatic lock/unlock feature
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Front automatic dual-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents
- Front automatic single-zone air conditioning with air filter and rear-seat vents
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power-adjustable heated driver's seat with lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- 6-way manual driver's seat
- 4-way manual passenger seat
- 5-passenger seating with SofTex®-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests
- 5-passenger seating with fabric-trimmed 60/40 split fold-flat second-row seats with adjustable outboard headrests
Interior18 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver
- 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster
- 7-in. digital gauge cluster
- Ambient lighting
- Black door interior handles
- Center console with armrest
- Four cup holders
- Leather-trimmed shift boot
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone voice-command, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) controls
- Overhead console with map lights, Safety Connect® button
- Passenger-side glove compartment
- Passenger-side glove compartment with light
- Rear folding armrest
- Satin-finish interior door handles
- Six cup holders
- Standard shift boot
- Dual sun visors with sliding extensions, illuminated vanity mirrors
Exterior20 std · 1 opt
- Moonroof Package—includes moonroof and tonneau cover / Convenience Package—includes power liftgate and moonroof optional
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB)
- All chrome badging
- Black grille with metallic paint surround
- Black rocker body panels and black overfenders
- Black roof rails
- Chrome side-window frame molding
- Color-keyed outside door handles with front-row touch-sensor lock and unlock feature
- Gloss-black heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators
- Heated power outside mirrors
- Intermittent rear-window wiper
- Intermittent windshield wipers
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED combination taillights
- LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and stop lamp
- LED fog lights
- Premium Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams (AHB), and LED Turn Signals
- Premium LED combination taillights
- Tire Repair Kit
- Privacy glass on rear, side, quarter and liftgate windows
- Color-keyed rear spoiler
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Front-Wheel Drive
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area tonneau cover
- Spider cargo net to secure everyday items in the cargo area
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Common questions about the XLE
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE?
The manufacturer lists $29,960 for the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE. That is $4,925 above the L, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE add over the L?
Against the L, 39 features become standard that the L does not and 7 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.