In the same price range of 800 million VND listed and selling price of about 1 billion VND, should you choose the practicality of the Toyota Corolla Cross or the youthfulness and dynamism of the Honda HR-V 2022?
The high-riding SUV segment between B and C in Vietnam has just welcomed the completely new 2nd generation of the Honda HR-V model.
It is promised that in the near future, the all-new Honda HR-V 2022 will be a worthy competitor to the Toyota Corolla Cross, an urban SUV model that has always been in the top best-selling cars in the segment for nearly 2 years, since joining the market.
Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V 2022: Which is the choice within the price range of 1 billion VND?
So in the price range of 1 billion VND, Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V 2022, which is the brightest name?
Surely price will be an almost prerequisite factor, causing consumers to wonder and consider when standing between two choices.
Below are the listed prices and on-road prices of both Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V 2022 models:
| HONDA HR-V 2022 ROLLING PRICE (Unit: VND) | |||
| Version | Listed price | Rolling price in Hanoi | Rolling price in Ho Chi Minh City |
| HR-V G | 699,000,000 | 805.217.000 | 791,237,000 |
| HR-V L | 826,000,000 | 947,457,000 | 930,937,000 |
| HR-V RS | 871,000,000 | 997,900,700 | 980,480,700 |
| TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS WHEEL PRICE (Unit: VND) | |||
| Version | Listed price | Rolling price in Hanoi | Rolling price in Ho Chi Minh City |
| Corolla Cross 1.8G | 755,000,000 | 867,937,000 | 852,837,000 |
| Corolla Cross 1.8V | 860,000,000 | 985,537,000 | 968,337,000 |
| Corolla Cross 1.8HV | 955,000,000 | 1,091,937,000 | 1,072,837,000 |
*Note: The above on-road prices are for reference only, prices do not include promotions at the dealer (if any), prices may vary depending on the area and equipment of each vehicle.
In terms of size, the Toyota Corolla Cross has an advantage when it has a body length, width and height slightly greater than the Honda HR-V 2022.
| Size specifications | Honda HR-V 2022 | Toyota Corolla Cross |
| Overall dimensions (mm) | 4,385 x 1,790 x 1,590 | 4,460 x 1,825 x 1,620 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,610 | 2,640 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 181 | 161 |
In return, the Honda HR-V 2022 has a ground clearance up to 20 mm higher than its rival Corolla Cross, helping the HR-V 2022 have better ability to overcome obstacles and off-road.
Regarding exterior design, the new generation Honda HR-V is more sporty and dynamic, aimed directly at young customers.
Meanwhile, rival Toyota Corolla Cross has a more rugged, luxurious style.
Both are equipped with LED lighting systems, and come with 18-inch wheels.
Possessing a slightly longer wheelbase, the Toyota Corolla Cross also has a more spacious and comfortable interior space.
In addition, the car is also equipped with a series of modern amenities such as a 7-inch or 9-inch central touch screen, depending on the version.
Not to be outdone, the Honda HR-V 2022 cockpit is developed to focus on technology and comfort.
In particular, the Honda HR-V 2022 scores more points with the Honda CONNECT system, allowing users to connect and manage the vehicle anywhere through a smartphone application.
Toyota Corolla Cross has a hybrid engine version, while the Honda HR-V 2022 is equipped with a turbocharged engine for all versions.
| Engine parameters | Honda HR-V 2022 | Toyota Corolla Cross | |
| Engine | Turbocharged 1.5 VTEC TURBO | Gasoline 1.8L | Hybrid 1.8L |
| Power (hp) | 174 | 140 | 170 |
| Torque (Nm) | 240 | 175 | 305 |
Basically, the power between the 1.5 turbocharged engine of the Honda HR-V and the 1.8 hybrid engine of the Toyota Corolla Cross is almost equivalent.
However, if comparing the selling price, the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid version is 65 million VND different from the high-end RS version of the Honda HR-V.
So, the choice here is not about engine power, but depends on the consumer’s finances.
No one is inferior to anyone else, the Toyota Corolla Cross has the advanced safety package Toyota Safety Sense, while the Honda HR-V 2022 is also equipped with the Honda Sensing safety package, with a series of modern features as follows:
| Honda HR-V 2022 | Toyota Corolla Cross |
| 6 airbagsCollision mitigation braking system (CMBS)Automatic adaptive headlight system (AHB)Adaptive cruise control system including low speed range (ACC with LSF)Lane departure mitigation system ( | 7 airbags PCS pre-collision warning system DRCC active cruise control system LDA lane departure warning system LTA lane keeping assistance system AHB adaptive automatic headlight system. |
The Honda HR-V 2022 has an advantage when it has an additional feature to notify the vehicle in front of its departure, but the Toyota Corolla Cross has up to 7 safety airbags.
In conclusion, both car models bring customers appropriate and worthy value.
In addition, Toyota Corolla Cross targets middle-aged customers who are passionate and enjoy an exciting driving experience, promote green technology, and optimize fuel economy.
The second factor to choose between Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V depends on each person’s budget.
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