Toyota Starlet Cross Detailed Review | Cost of Ownership | Practicality & Features

Looking for a detailed review of the Toyota Starlet Cross?

Watch this video to learn about the new Starlet Cross including cost of ownership, practicality, and features.

Thanks to SMG Toyota Cresta (011 888 1680) and Motus Toyota Strijdompark (011 792 1448) for making this video possible.

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Trim Levels
0:53 - Variants
1:40 - Engine and Performance
3:29 - Exterior
5:47 - Interior
10:42 - Drive Support and Safety
11:49 - What is it like on the road?
13:07 - Auto or Manual?
13:49 - Service and Warranty
14:11 - Insurance Cost
14:32 - Starlet Cross or Fronx

Some of the images are from the Toyota South Africa website

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IMPORTANT: We have confirmation in the comments that wireless Android Auto is working even though it is listed as cable only

[citedcanvas]

Cant go wrong with this combo. Suzuki and toyota are brilliant brands and very reliable

[vanstadenr]

Thank you for the in-depth review of the Starlet Cross. I purchased the Suzuki Fronx GL in December last year, and I'm very happy with the car. The fuel consumption is excellent (currently sitting at an average of 15.8 km/L). The nice-to-haves like Cruise Control, PDC, reverse camera and Infotainment System make the Fronx / Starlet Cross stand out from the rest (Vivo cough). I can confirm that Android Auto supports wireless connectivity, so there's no need to connect via USB.

I went with the Fronx GL model since the extras didn't justify the 40k difference for me. One thing I didn't realize until after purchasing the car was that only the GLX / XR has the rear LED light bar. The GL / XS appears to have one, but it doesn't light up. That was a bit of a disappointment since the light bar is what makes this car stand out, but I made peace with it. At the end of the day, the more features there are, the more can go wrong, and the more expensive it is to replace them.

I must say, I'm not pleased to see Toyota "stealing" the Fronx too. As a Fronx owner, I can't help but wonder how this will impact my car's resale value. I know with the normal Starlet, Toyota offered an extended warranty for a very small amount (+- R 1000). And brand loyalty is a thing.

A very important tip: When purchasing the Fronx / Starlet Cross new, order one with the "auto-locking" doors feature installed (for lack of a better term). I was used to my previous car (VW) having this feature and never having to bother locking the doors manually when driving off. We were very fortunate to remember to lock our doors moments before someone pulled on one of the rear door handles when we were stationary. This is a must-have, especially in our country, and it boggles my mind why this feature is not standard.

[floydmalatji]

Great Review. You actually mentioned all the little details which sets the trims apart 👏👏

[RK-lnkg]

I really like the way you present the reviews.

[MarlerDunshee]

My mom bought one kislux and she loves it. It had been there for over 10 years when she went out with it.

[mananamolefe]

Wonderful review. I've been looking at both cars and sort of didn't know which one to go for, but your review i think I know which one i will go for

[cairozulu]

Been always overlooking Toyota Starlet vehicles but these hybrids models really steal my heart.

[HoosainDalvie]

Nice review, the Fronx is definitely the better buy on paper. But I suspect the Starlett Cross will mostly likely have the better sales between the 2.

[geserra]

Good content brother, liked and subscribed.

[bosspickleschannel]

Absolutely honest and great review: thank you

[govenderryan]

Great review, although the Automatic transmission should have an overdrive gear that drops the revs when driving at speed to reduce the engine droning.

[robintyson]

It's a SUZUKI! Luckily, unlike the 'Starlet' (i.e. Baleno) they kept the cruise control on the bottom spec model, but, again, the price is HIGHER than the exact same Suzuki product. The 'Toy'ota Warranty/Service Plan, of course, is worse.

[victorlesar]

Thanks for the input that gives me a heads up 👍👍👌👌

[theelusiveme]

Will be buying it in March 2025, going with toyota as there's no Suzuki dealership in polokwane plus I heard terrible reviews for the bb auto dealership here, I would've went with fronx if there was a dealership here

[mwelasemazibuko]

Can you please talk about battery life spen on Xs, how long can you play radio does it need to be powered as it is automatic??

[mmakomakekana]

Is the tail light at the back for xs lights and the doors automatically closed when driving? I bought it last year November, but I'm didnt see all those

[jeanclaudecollin]

Love it🤩🔥 looks better than ugly Yaris cross sold in Europe

[adriaanvandermerwe]

Dang, interesting how insurance works. I got quotes for around R550/month for this vehicle (Northern Suburbs, Cape Town). People in Gauteng pay around R1000 (same age). So while Cape Town is always more expensive when it comes to living costs, I guess when it comes to insurance it's finally a win, hah.

[Gwijo_Pulse]

Starlet Cross over Fronx, re-sale value my opinion thou . nice review by the way 🥳🥳