Toyota has added the Nightshade Special Edition to its 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid lineup, elevating its style. The Nightshade Edition, which is exclusive to the Corolla Cross Hybrid and based on the SE grade, adds a distinctive touch to this already feature-rich SUV.
Corolla Cross Hybrid New Edition
The Nightshade Edition adds a subtle yet distinct elegance to the Corolla Cross with striking 18-inch gloss black sport alloy wheels, a chic black and red fabric-trimmed interior with red accent stitching, and sleek black-accented head and tail lamps.
Adding of New Features
The Corolla Cross Hybrid Nightshade adds blacked-out badges, black exterior door handles, mirrors, and an integrated rear lip spoiler to the SE grade foundation.
The exterior’s final flourish is three sophisticated paint options: a stealthy Jet Black, Barcelona Red with a Jet Black Roof, or Celestite Gray with a Jet Black Roof.
This model also comes with useful accessories for on-the-go living, such as a roof rack for extra storage, wireless charging, a frameless HomeLink Rearview Mirror, and standard carpet floor mats.
More grades for 2024 model of Nightshade Edition
The Corolla Cross Hybrid Nightshade Edition joins the S, SE, and XSE grades for the 2024 model year, giving drivers a variety of options to match their budget and style preferences. The SE and XSE will also receive wireless charger updates in 2024.
Toyota Hybrid Fifth Generation High Performance
The Corolla Cross Hybrid, which is only available with Electronic On Demand All-Wheel Drive (e-AWD), takes advantage of the robust TNGA-C platform for impressive performance, a comfortable ride, and plenty of interior space.
Its exceptional cargo capacity distinguishes it, making it the ideal choice for a variety of adventures.
The e-AWD System
The Corolla Cross Hybrid is powered by the Fifth Generation Toyota Hybrid System in conjunction with the e-AWD system, providing a potent blend of power and fuel efficiency.
The Corolla Cross Hybrid delivers an exhilarating driving experience with 196 net system horsepower and a quick 0-60 time of 8.0 seconds while achieving an impressive estimated 42 combined miles per gallon for all grades.
Its Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) improves fuel efficiency even further.
Because of the TNGA-C platform, this sporty model has an approachable exterior design as well as a higher driving position.
The TNGA-C platform
It’s also a versatile SUV, with 21.5 cubic feet of rear cargo space with the rear seats up, a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds, and 8 inches of ground clearance.
The sport-tuned double-wishbone multi-link rear suspension, which includes coil springs, trailing arms, a stabilizer bar, and hydraulic shock absorbers, ensures a capable yet comfortable ride.
Various Options Across the Grades
The 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid comes in three trim levels: S, SE, and XSE, with each offering unique features that set it apart from its gasoline counterpart.
The S and SE trim levels include 17-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen, a sport-tuned suspension, LED headlights and taillights, and smart key access as standard equipment.
The XSE trim level adds two-tone paint options and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Privacy glass, roof rails, paddle shifters, and standard Blind-Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are all standard on the SE trim.
The Corolla Cross Hybrid gets even sportier with standard 18-inch alloy wheels, premium LED headlights, taillights, and fog lights, SofTex -trimmed seats, heated front seats, and a power driver’s seat as you move up to the XSE grade.
The exterior color options for the 2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid SE and XSE grades include four two-tone combinations and several single-tone options.
Toyota Multimedia Audio System
The Toyota Audio Multimedia system is standard on all 2024 Corolla Cross trims. It has wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM, as well as USB-C charge ports to keep your devices charged.
This system, designed by Toyota’s Connected Technologies team, provides enhanced connectivity and convenience features via Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.
Touch and voice activation controls make it simple for users to interact with the system.
Drivers and passengers can use Intelligent Assistant, Cloud Navigation, and Destination Assist with the optional Connected Service Drive Connect subscription.
Intelligent Assistant allows you to use voice commands for a variety of functions, and Cloud Navigation keeps you up to date on the latest maps, traffic, and routing information.
24/7 Live Navigation Assistance
Destination Assist offers live navigation assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Corolla Cross also includes dual Bluetooth® phone connectivity, a Wi-Fi Connect subscription for 4G connectivity, and Integrated Streaming, which allows you to connect your Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle for onboard control.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
In addition to the sturdy TNGA-C platform, all 2024 Corolla Cross models include Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes advanced safety systems with enhanced detection capabilities.
Under certain conditions, the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection can now detect motorcyclists. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and Lane Tracing Assist provide advanced lane-keeping support.
Other High-Tech Safety
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) with Full-Speed Range improves long-distance driving confidence, while Automatic High Beams and Road Sign Assist improve visibility and awareness.
As standard safety features, the Corolla Cross includes Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Hill Start Assist Control (HAC), and Toyota’s Rear Seat Reminder.
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