The Toyota was driven to Pirate Radio for a review with the help of DJ/Station Manager George “Elvis” Gray:

Cavalry blue paint with black and blue SofTex seating for 5 – heated front seats, weighs 3,236 lbs., 175.6” long, 103.9” wheelbase and cargo capacity is 17 cubic ft., 44 with back seat folded down, 18” matte black finish aluminum multi spoke wheels and 195/50R18 Michelin Primacy all season  radials, XSE trim, 10.5” infotainment screen, rear vision camera, radar cruise control, flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, moon roof, navigation, JBL FM/AM-Satellite stereo with 9 speakers and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 196 horsepower 2 liter four cylinder hybrid engine, 210 lb. ft. of torque, CVT transmission with all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 7.3 seconds and 112 mph top speed., $37,449.00 list price, built in Huntsville, Alabama, 42 mpg combined fuel economy rating, 46 mpg city rating, 39 mpg highway rating, 13.2 gallon gas tank with range of 515   

IMPRESSIONS  

The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE is a thoughtfully designed little overachiever. Its paint color turned heads everywhere I went and sparked more than a few compliments. Light on its feet and easy to guide on the road, it has a compact turning radius that makes city driving feel effortless.

The hybrid powertrain really delivers, with excellent fuel economy and smooth, comfortable acceleration. Visibility is especially good, and its road manners and overall sense of safety feel confidently above average. It’s the kind of car that feels efficient without ever feeling dull.