2022 Toyota Corolla Cross vs Subaru Crosstrek AWD Off-Road and Snow

We test the capability of the new 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE's Dynamic Torque Control all-wheel drive system. How does it compare against the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport when the going gets tough? We test it in a common off-road setting to find out! Then it's time to play in the snow.

#toyota #subaru #offroad

CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - XLE Features
03:16 - Who is this for?
07:20 - Corolla Cross AWD Off-Road Test
12:44 - Subaru Crosstrek Sport Off-Road Test
15:08 - Corolla Cross AWD Snow Test

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[mikeoxlong]

"Any car can do any course... once."
That was a great quote. I like it.

[justthought]

Gotta say, you guys make the cleanest videos in car review segment. Love it and very much appreciate all the effort. Being from BC myself definitely know the weather struggle.

[AftermathCanada]

2021 Subaru crosstrek owner here 🙋🏻‍♀️
Yes, I so liking it!

[Memetologist]

I just got a Crosstrek Sport last month and I am loving the car.

[chetanjiva]

I like that you cover more important espacts that other journalists are afraid to even try. All wheel drive is one thing that we rarely see being tested so soon after a launch of a vehicle. Your experience and recommendations are very valuable to someone thinking of buying a new vehicle. Some of us care more about what's underneath then all the leather coverings and how big the screen on the vehicle is.

[garthhowe]

I have owned a number of AWD Toyota's and Subarus. They are good enough to keep you moving under most road conditions, but not for actual off-road use. The Cross with no-season tires did remarkably well in that deep snow.

[Condor]

All I know, is that the traction control in my wifes Legacy just seems to make all 4 wheels spin pretty evenly when backing out my steep driveway with 6" of snow without a hiccup. For a sedan, it's a beast in the winter. I really think Subaru has one of the best AWD systems on the market.

[rogerhook]

Picked up my Crosstrek Sport today. Took three months to get one but glade to say it happened. Hope I like it. The first hundred miles driving home from the dealer was nice.

[ashleykbarks]

I bought a 2021 Subaru Forester last year and it's been a great purchase. Why do I keep watching your videos if I have no intention of buying a new car? Well, they're just fun to watch. And when you bring your Crosstrek in for the fun of it, it adds a layer of depth to the video (and for me, something to root for 😬). Great job with this Toyota.

P.S. I love the gauge cluster on the Toyota, but I hate the way the infotainment system looks. It looks old to me, but some people think it is modern. Is there something wrong with me? 😂

[waynerice]

Subaru does have the best AWD system. I would rather drive a Subaru if there's snow and rough roads. I do think that if Toyota had better tires it may have done better.

[nickdills]

I bought our 14 XV Crosstrek brand new and still loving it. I’m still driving my 93 Impreza every where.

[mohammadrahman]

Subaru has the best awd systems! However tires make a big difference.

[generalcaeser]

As much off roading as I do, I can tell you that with all due respect, the AT tires that Subaru has is an unfair advantage and from what I saw, did make a difference. Tires are basically always a major factor in any driving situations where grip is a concern. In the end, I'd like to see you swap tires and repeat the test.

[edsmith]

Nice test, really enjoy your videos, best on youtube IMO. The Corolla Cross is OK in the lower trims, but at over 30k for a loaded one, there is simply too much competition. Kona Ultimate, CX-30 (close to CX-30 turbo price), Bronco Sport, and of course the Crosstrek with the 2.5L engine. For the price of your test vehicle, you could even move up to the next class: CX-5, CRV, RAV-4, Forrester.

[louisvilaros]

I just bought a 2023 subaru crosstrek 3wks ago and it texas we just had a sleet and freezing rain storm I didn't have any problems on the icey roads never spun my tires I did test drive the toyota cross I liked it but I didn't like the ride as much as the crosstrek the cross is a good looking cross over great video thank u

[TheDmanMA]

love your stuff... i just bought a Crosstrek today.

[Aqwanermuk]

And this proves my point about that TFL Outback video... they didn't drive the Outback properly. It was essentially the same obstacle as this one, but they failed whereas you succeeded. I really appreciate the truthfulness and unbiased testing.

[mojavedesertsonorandesert]

Have the AWD Cross, it has been great on the back desert dirt roads & mud, proper tires do make a difference. The Cross on dirt roads is highly underrated...

[Central-Scrutinizer]

This is the best Youtube channel ever. Between you, Car Question, Engine Adventures and TFL I'm getting most of my answers.

[markeldamgaard]

Subaru just simply has the best AWD for the price.