2025 Toyota Corolla Cross vs 2025 Dodge Hornet Plug-In Hybrid

If you’re looking for a smart and stylish crossover in Canada this year, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross and the 2025 Dodge Hornet Plug-In Hybrid are both worth a look. They’re built for daily life, long drives, and everything in between. You’ll find comfort, tech, and power in both. But when you look closely, one might just fit your lifestyle better. Let’s take a closer look and see which one comes out on top for drivers around Ajax, Pickering, or even weekend trips to the cottage.

Who’s Got the Better Kick Under the Hood?

The Toyota Corolla Cross comes with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. It puts out 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. It’s smooth and steady. The fuel economy is friendly too, around 7.3 L/100 km combined. On the other side, the Dodge Hornet Plug-In Hybrid is built for performance. It gives you a 1.3-litre turbo engine paired with an electric motor. Together, they offer up 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. You can also drive electric for about 53 kilometres before using any gas, which is great for city commutes. While the Corolla Cross is easier on the wallet at the pump, the Hornet is more exciting to drive and gives more flexibility. So, for drivers who want more power and electric options, the Hornet wins this round.

Space to Pack, Sit, and Stretch

Inside the Corolla Cross, you’ll find good space for people and stuff. It can seat five comfortably and gives you up to 1,750 litres of cargo room when the seats are folded. The seats are covered in soft fabric or available SofTex. It feels light and roomy, great for families. The Hornet also seats five, but cargo space is tighter at 1,549 litres with seats down. It feels sportier and more compact inside. The seats are trimmed in Alcantara or leather depending on the trim. If you need room for groceries, hockey bags, or camping gear for weekends in Algonquin, the Corolla Cross makes more sense. That makes it the winner for cargo space and comfort.

Features That Keep You Comfortable and Connected

When it comes to tech, both models show off. The Corolla Cross offers an 8-inch or available 10.5-inch touch screen. It comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You can also get a wireless phone charger and a nine-speaker JBL sound system. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard on higher trims. The Hornet gives you a 10.25-inch screen and 12.3-inch digital cluster. Wireless phone connection and charging are included. You also get heated and ventilated front seats, a 14-speaker Harman Kardon system, and a power liftgate. Fog lamps and remote start are standard. Both are well equipped, but the Hornet gives more luxury and punch in tech. So if high-end comfort matters to you, the Hornet takes this one.

Keeping You Safe Wherever You Drive

Toyota packs the Corolla Cross with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. You get standard features like pre-collision warning, lane tracing assist, full-speed radar cruise control, and automatic high beams. Dodge doesn’t hold back either. The Hornet gives you blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. You also get a 360-degree camera and active driving assist on upper trims. Both vehicles focus heavily on safety, but Toyota’s suite comes standard across the lineup. That makes the Corolla Cross a better pick for safety peace of mind.

Visit Village Chrysler and Test Drive Your Favourite!

The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is great if you want a comfortable, practical, and safe ride. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and good on fuel. But if you love power, want electric driving, and enjoy premium tech, the 2025 Dodge Hornet Plug-In Hybrid is hard to ignore. To see these vehicles up close and find out which one suits you best, visit Village Chrysler located in Ajax, ON, and experience them for yourself by booking a test drive today