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Toyota Corolla Cross is elected the most economical SUV in Brazil by Inmetro, leaving HR-V, T-Cross and Nivus behind. Discover the 10 most efficient SUVs and how the Corolla Cross stands out in fuel economy with its hybrid system.
In the world of SUVs, where interior space and robustness are essential, the Toyota Corolla Cross stands out as the fuel economy champion, leaving rivals like HR-V, T-Cross and Nivus behind.
According to the ranking updated by Inmetro (National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology), the Toyota Corolla Cross leads the list of the most efficient zero-kilometer flex sports utility vehicles on the Brazilian market.
This title is especially significant in a segment that is growing increasingly in the country, where consumers seek not only comfort and space, but also energy efficiency.
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Brazilian favorites
SUVs have won the hearts of Brazilians thanks to their large interior space and high ground clearance, ideal characteristics for facing the adverse conditions of Brazilian streets and roads.
However, fuel economy is also a crucial factor in the decision to purchase these vehicles. Aware of this demand, Inmetro, through the PBE (Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program), released its most recent list of the most economical SUVs.
To determine the most efficient vehicles, Inmetro evaluates energy consumption in MJ/km (megajoules per kilometer) and in km/l.
The tests are standardized and carried out under controlled conditions, which allows the efficiency of different models to be fairly compared. Vehicles receive grades ranging from “A” for the most efficient to “E” for the least efficient.
Toyota Corolla Cross: the economy champion
The Toyota Corolla Cross, with its hybrid system, dominates the ranking. In the urban cycle, where the electric motor is used more due to braking and deceleration, the Corolla Cross stands out with an energy consumption of just 1,31 MJ/km.
With a 1.8 flex hybrid engine and CVT transmission, it achieves an impressive 17,8 km/l in the city and 14,7 km/l on the highway with gasoline. In ethanol, the numbers are also competitive: 11,8 km/l in the city and 9,7 km/l on the highway.
Other efficient SUVs
In addition to the Toyota Corolla Cross, Inmetro's ranking includes other notable models:
| SUV | Motor | Energy Consumption (MJ/km) | City Consumption (Ethanol) | Road Consumption (Ethanol) | City Consumption (Gasoline) | Road Consumption (Gasoline) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat pulse | 1.3 flex, CVT/manual 5M | 1,58 | 9 km/l | 10,4 km/l | 12,5 km/l | 14,7 km/l |
| Renault Kardian | 1.0 flex, automatic 6M | 1,59 | 9 km/l | 9,7 km/l | 13,1 km/l | 13,9 km/l |
| Honda HR-V | 1.5 turbo flex, CVT | 1,65 | 8,4 km/l | 10,2 km/l | 11,9 km/l | 14,6 km/l |
| Fiat Hatchback | 1.0 turbo flex, CVT | 1,65 | 8,4 km/l | 10,2 km/l | 11,9 km/l | 14,6 km/l |
| Volkswagen T-Cross | 1.0 turbo flex, automatic 6M | 1,67 | 8,2 km/l | 10,1 km/l | 11,9 km/l | 14,3 km/l |
| Volkswagen nivus | 1.0 turbo flex, automatic 6M | 1,68 | 8,3 km/l | 9,9 km/l | 11,9 km/l | 14,1 km/l |
| Citroën C4 Cactus | 1.6 turbo flex, automatic 6M | 1,73 | 8,2 km/l | 9,5 km/l | 11,7 km/l | 13,4 km/l |
| Hyundai creta | 1.0 turbo flex, automatic 6M | 1,75 | 8,3 km/l | 9,1 km/l | 11,9 km/l | 12,6 km/l |
| Caoa Chery Tiggo 5x | 1.5 turbo flex, mild hybrid, CVT | 1,76 | 8,7 km/l | 8,8 km/l | 11,8 km/l | 12,3 km/l |
| Nissan kicks | 1.6 flex, CVT | 1,76 | 7,8 km/l | 9,5 km/l | 11,4 km/l | 13,8 km/l |
Comparing numbers
Each SUV listed has specifications that meet different consumer needs. While the Toyota Corolla Cross leads with its hybrid technology, models such as the Fiat Pulse and Renault Kardian stand out for their balance between price and efficiency.
Energy efficiency is an increasingly relevant topic in the current context of sustainability and economy. Choosing an efficient vehicle not only represents significant savings for the consumer's pocket, but also an important contribution to reducing pollutant emissions and the rational use of natural resources.
With so many options on the market, choosing the ideal SUV can be a challenge. And you, which factor do you consider most important when choosing an SUV: fuel economy, internal space or technology? Leave your opinion in the comments!
Vehicle value: space, safety, ground clearance, CHEAP MAINTENANCE, AND OF COURSE, FUEL ECONOMY AND SERVICES. BRAZIL DOES NOT HAVE A FAIR VALUE FOR CARS, ESPECIALLY THE DEAR AND BELOVED SUV.
I completely agree! Misleading article. I believe the correct thing to do would be to compare the Toyota Corolla Cross XRX or hybrid with models such as the Jeep Compass, Volkswagen Taos, Tiggo 8 Pro Max Drive, BYD Song Plus and GWM Haval H6. Regardless of whether it is flex or not. But the author of the linked article looked for the easiest way to deceive consumers.
All three factors are important.
Consumption is just one of more than 10 parameters to be evaluated when choosing a passenger vehicle! The list of parameters ranges from turning radius (steering) to kg/torque. Don't minimize the quality of a choice so much!
Misleading article. At first it makes you think it's a 2.0 engine when comparing it to a car that isn't a hybrid.
In Japan, the Corolla has independent suspension, in Brazil they cheated, they put a rigid axle in the rear, Jurassic suspension. Toyota Cross is a Jurassic car.