The Toyota Corolla Cross is one of the few subcompact SUVs available with a hybrid, while the Mazda CX-30 stands out with an optional turbocharged engine. After driving the Mazda CX-30 Turbo and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid back to back, neither presents itself better than the other. Toyota: The Corolla Cross has a slightly larger 10.5-inch touchscreen, which Toyota pairs with tactile controls for vital vehicle functions. Advantage: ToyotaVerdict: Mazda Takes The CakePhoto by: MazdaWhile the Mazda CX-30 and Toyota Corolla Cross are both compact crossovers, they are built for two entirely different customers. The 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XSE Hybrid that I drove cost $37,524 as tested, which is cheaper than the 2026 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus I had.