Used 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross cost?

Prices have softened 3.15% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 859 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.67/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 8/10.

Owners commonly praise its surprising power, excellent ride comfort, and spacious interior, and many also appreciate the all-wheel drive for winter driving. In testing, the Corolla Cross’s easy-to-use technology and standard advanced safety features were clear strengths.

The trade-offs are its fairly pedestrian performance and uncomfortable seats. That makes it a better fit if you want a practical, familiar small SUV shape with Corolla roots rather than a vehicle that prioritizes driving excitement.

The Corolla Cross is aimed at shoppers who want a compact crossover with a more upright body style, available AWD, and everyday utility in a crowded segment. Good and great deals account for 33.6% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners’ feedback points to a vehicle that feels reliable, dependable, and trouble-free enough that many shoppers don’t call out major downsides. The expert evaluation also describes the Corolla Cross as having the same feeling of solidity seen in other TNGA-platform vehicles, which supports the impression of durable everyday use.

Toyota also includes free scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, which can help reduce early ownership costs. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright dependability and more about whether the specific vehicle has been maintained well and avoided hard use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 83.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper history review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on seat comfort, interior condition, and how the transmission and engine feel in normal driving. If you’re considering AWD, make sure it operates smoothly and that the vehicle’s overall condition matches the mileage and asking price.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base L models are the most stripped-down, with 17-inch steel wheels, cloth seats, and a 7-inch touchscreen, while LE and XLE add more comfort and convenience. The XLE stands out with SofTex leatherette upholstery, LED daytime running lights, and fog lights, so it’s the trim to target if you want the most upscale feel.
• Powertrain: Every model uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 169 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque, paired with a CVT. The transmission has an actual first gear for better takeoff, but the powertrain can still feel strained at higher speeds.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, traffic-sign recognition, and Lane Tracing Assist automated lane centering. LE models add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while XLE models add rear automatic braking and front and rear park assist with automatic braking.
• Infotainment: The base model gets a 7-inch touchscreen, while LE and XLE models get an 8-inch touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with Bluetooth, WiFi, Amazon Alexa compatibility, and SiriusXM satellite radio. Wireless charging and a third USB port arrive on LE and XLE models.
• Fuel efficiency: Toyota expects 33 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 30 mpg combined with AWD. Toyota also offers free scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, which helps offset running costs.

Which 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross trim should I buy?

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross is offered in 3 trim levels: L, LE, and XLE.

Here's the short version:

• L: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and can live with the most basic cabin. You still get the core Corolla Cross formula, standard safety tech, and the same powertrain, but you give up the nicer wheels, extra convenience features, and upscale touches found higher up.
• LE: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the most useful everyday upgrades without pushing the price as high as the XLE. You get the 8-inch touchscreen, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, wireless charging, and a third USB port for rear passengers.
• XLE: Choose this if you want the most comfort and convenience features. It adds the most premium cabin treatment, SofTex leatherette upholstery, LED daytime running lights, fog lights, rear automatic braking, and front and rear park assist with automatic braking.

The safety-package trim note is simple: LE adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while XLE adds rear automatic braking and front and rear park assist with automatic braking.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 859 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.15% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 83.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,186, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross's resale value?

The current average of $23,919 sits slightly below last year's $24,696.

That price movement suggests the market has eased a bit, which can help you as a buyer today but may also mean future resale gains are likely to be gradual rather than dramatic. If you buy at the right price and keep the vehicle in strong condition, you should be better positioned when it’s time to sell. The current pricing also suggests there is still healthy demand, but not enough scarcity to push values sharply upward.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross safe?

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

The Corolla Cross gets Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, traffic-sign recognition, and Lane Tracing Assist automated lane centering. LE models add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while XLE models add rear automatic braking and front and rear park assist with automatic braking.

Crash-test ratings from NHTSA and IIHS aren’t available yet for this model year, so you should lean more heavily on the standard safety equipment and the vehicle’s condition when shopping used.

Should I buy a 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 83.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.15% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2022 launch-year appeal is its Corolla-based practicality, available AWD, and standard advanced safety equipment.

The bottom line: If you want the Corolla Cross’s original launch-year value and you find a clean, well-priced example, the 2022 is a sensible buy. If you’re shopping mainly on features and want the newest equipment, a later model year may be worth considering, but price-sensitive buyers can still find solid value in the 2022.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.