At the 2021 Chicago Auto Show, Toyota highlighted several upcoming vehicles. Featured models included the GR86, 4Runner TRD Sport, Tacoma TRD Pro, Tacoma Trail Edition, and the Corolla Cross.

While the Japanese manufacturer surely celebrates its success, it also continuously pursues the next generation of it; the Corolla Cross is a testament to that. Exactly as it sounds (yet far from it), the Corolla Cross is one of Toyota’s newer crossover models, derived from its ever-popular sedan predecessor, the Corolla.

In a recent article, Toyota details the compact SUV, referring to it as “spacious, modern, powerful, and high quality.” It emphasizes that the new model will maximize the inherent potential of a high-strength TNGA-C platform, 169 horsepower, and a 2.0-liter Dynamic Force Engine. Available in three grades—L, LE, and XLE—and in front-wheel or all-wheel drive, the features and abilities of the Corolla Cross will vary and can be completely customized to each driver. As for its design—well, as expected, it’s simply stunning, with an approachable exterior, distinctive black grille, LED lighting, black body accents, and a rear spoiler.

The Corolla Cross made its official debut in 2022, and drivers in Tumwater and across Washington can explore it at Toyota of Olympia. You can also view the Corolla Cross sister modelsthe Corolla sedan and Corolla hatchbackto get a feel for the Toyota driving experience.