Subaru XV vs Toyota Corolla Cross Comparision

Within a span of just three months, parts in Klang Valley had been struck by severe flood incidents and it’s obvious where this is going – the argument for a SUV/crossover has just gotten a little stronger. So, our order of the day here is the 2022 Subaru XV facelift with EyeSight.Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying you should buy SUVs/crossovers to go swimming in floods. What I am saying is that they stand a better fighting chance of escaping such scenarios, and the S

Ask Americans which carmaker they trust the most, and itll be Subaru, as the brand is once again named the Most Trusted Brand for the eighth consecutive year in the 2022 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards.USA-spec Subaru ForesterThe Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards are based on consumer sentiments, rated on factors such as comfort, quality, safety, and performance.The CrosstrekHelping Subaru achieve its reputation are high average scores of the Subaru Forester, Subaru Outback, and Subaru Cro

To an extent, the default choices in Malaysias price-sensitive compact SUV market are pretty predictable: youll usually hear of the Honda HR-V, Proton X50, and the Toyota Corolla Cross. We applaud those who mention the 2022 Subaru XV EyeSight, because this relatively left-field choice is one not to be missed if youre in the market for a new SUV.Squeezing in late last year, the facelifted model (still locally-assembled, CKD Segambut) receives a fair few goodies, most notable of which is standard

Among the more domesticated side of vehicles, Subaru possess that mythical “go anywhere” aura about them courtesy of their Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. That said, they’re still very much susceptible to flooding such as the recent unfortunate disaster and with that in mind, TC Subaru will be providing assistance to owners affected by the floods.The exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in Malaysia is reaching out to owners affected by the disaster to assist them with a 25 per

XV is now more competitive Better safety, more talents to do different things But are you willing to pay a premium?'Change is the only constant', and though Heraclitus meant for this to be a medicine for the mind, turns out it applies to cars as well. In this case, its about how the 2022 Subaru XV facelift seeks to change Malaysians minds from the SUV of the moment, the Toyota Corolla Cross.And in this round of changes for the locally-assembled XV – which crucially adds on ADAS among new c

The best SUVs in Malaysia SUVs, or Sports Utility Vehicles, are a common sight (and getting even more common by the day!) on our roads these days. This class of vehicle is so in-demand, that even luxury automakers are making them, like the Bentley Bentayga, and the Lamborghini Urus. However, in this list, the sky is not the limit and we have decided to only look at SUVs under RM150k. Here’s what we think are the best SUVs in Malaysia going into 2022.Proton X70The Proton X70 almost literall

Assuming that the government does not extend the current sales tax (SST) exemption for locally-assembled (CKD) passenger cars, prices are set to increase after 30-June 2022, after which the 10 percent SST resumes.However, the new SST inclusive price will not simply return to pre-pandemic levels, but higher.The Ringgit is now trading at RM 4.40 to 1 US Dollar, its weakest since the ‘98 Asian Financial Crisis.Also read: Post-SST: Car prices to increase more than before, higher than previous

The waiting period for a Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid in Japan has now stretched past one year. Unable to cope with the demand, a situation that is made worse by the on-going semiconductor parts shortage, Toyota dealers in Japan have temporarily stopped accepting any more bookings for the Corolla Hybrid.It is unclear when the suspension will be lifted but Japanese buyers looking for a Corolla Cross are now being directed to the regular combustion engine variant, which has a shorter, 6 months wait

Toyota hybrids outsell the entire range of Kia, Hyundai, Ford One in every 3 new Toyota sold in Australia is a hybrid Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid to launch there nextIf Toyota were to park its hybrid models under a different, independent brand, it would be Australia’s fourth biggest car brand, according to market insights data published by Go Auto.In the first quarter of 2022, Toyota sold 58,507 cars, of which 32.5 percent (18,884 cars) are hybrids.Sales of Toyota hybrids alone outsell the

With the current sales tax (SST) exemption for locally-assembled (CKD) passenger cars due to expire by 30-June 2022, UMW Toyota has already announced post-SST prices for most of its popular models, including the Toyota Vios, Yaris, Corolla Altis, Hilux, Innova, and Fortuner.Curiosly, the Toyota Corolla Cross, is not on the list. Toyota’s website still lists SST-exempted prices for the SUV, which is no longer relevant because if you were to book a Toyota Corolla Cross today in April 2022, y

Thai-spec models pictured Malaysia to debut all-new 2022 Honda HR-V soon HR-V e:HEV will square off against the Corolla Cross Hybrid How much will the HR-V e:HEV cost in Malaysia?When the all-new 2022 Honda HR-V arrives in Malaysia later this year, it will likely bring with it not one, not two, but three powertrains – all brand-new powertrains on the HR-V.Thai-spec car shownOne of which is the petrol-electric 1.5-litre i-MMD hybrid system, which made its debut in Malaysia on the Honda City

Both the Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V easily dominated sales in the compact SUV/crossover category in Thailand with a combined total of 6,722 units sold in January and February 2022 according to data compiled by Autolife Thailand.That equates to a combined market share of 56.8 percent and based on monthly sales, it’s clearly a fight to the top between the two crossovers. It was the HR-V that took the crown in January with 1,993 units sold while in February, the Corolla Cross snatche