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If you're shopping small SUVs around Selma, Schertz, or Cibolo, the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross is probably already on your list. The 2026 Buick Envista deserves a spot right next to it. We lined up the trims most shoppers actually buy, the Envista Sport Touring and the Corolla Cross LE, both with front-wheel drive, so you can see where each one comes out ahead before you take a test drive.
| Category | 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring | 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross LE |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP, excludes destination | $26,200 | $27,665 |
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 169 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft at 2,500 rpm | 151 lb-ft at 4,400 rpm |
| EPA-estimated MPG (city/hwy/combined) | 28/32/30 | 31/33/32 |
| Rear legroom | 38.7 in. | 32.0 in. |
| Cargo space, rear seats up | 20.7 cu. ft. | 24.0 cu. ft. |
| Touchscreen | 11-inch | 8-inch |
| Blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, and adaptive cruise | Available in the $595 Advanced Safety Package | Standard |
Compares the 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring FWD and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross LE FWD. Manufacturer-published data as of October 5, 2026.
The Sport Touring is the Envista most shoppers choose, and it starts at $26,200. That's $1,465 less than the Corolla Cross LE. A 1.2L turbocharged engine makes 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed automatic. Standard equipment includes an 11-inch touchscreen, an 8-inch driver information display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, rear parking sensors, lane keep assist, and automatic emergency braking. Want blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, and adaptive cruise? The Advanced Safety Package adds all three for $595, which still lands you $870 under the LE. The Convenience I Package adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power driver's seat for $895.
This is where the Envista pulls away. Rear-seat passengers get 38.7 inches of legroom, 6.7 inches more than the Corolla Cross LE. Rear hip room measures 45.8 inches and rear shoulder room 54.5 inches, both roomier than the Toyota. If your back seat handles a car seat, a couple of teenagers, or coworkers on the Loop 1604 commute, that extra space shows up on every trip.
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The Envista's 11-inch touchscreen pairs with an 8-inch driver information display in one wide, modern layout. The Corolla Cross LE comes with an 8-inch touchscreen. Both connect to wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Outside, the Sport Touring wears 18-inch gloss black wheels, a gloss black mesh grille, and a coupe-like roofline. Inside, you get a flat-bottom steering wheel and Santorini Blue accents.
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The Envista's turbocharged three-cylinder makes its peak torque of 162 lb-ft at just 2,500 rpm. That's the low-speed pull you feel when you leave a light or merge onto I-35. The Corolla Cross makes more peak horsepower, 169 to 137, but its 151 lb-ft of torque doesn't arrive until 4,400 rpm.
Schedule a test driveThe Corolla Cross LE is Toyota's most popular trim, and it's a sensible small SUV that deserves a fair look. It starts at $27,665 and uses a 2.0L four-cylinder with 169 horsepower and a continuously variable transmission. Here's where it has the edge.
The LE is EPA-rated at 31 MPG city, 33 MPG highway, and 32 MPG combined, ahead of the Envista's 28 city, 32 highway, and 30 combined. If you put a lot of stop-and-go miles on your SUV every week, that two-MPG combined advantage belongs on your list.
With the rear seats up, the Corolla Cross holds 24.0 cubic feet behind the back seat, compared to 20.7 in the Envista. Its more upright shape trades back-seat legroom for cargo room. It also offers 8.1 inches of ground clearance and is rated to tow up to 1,500 lbs., while the Envista isn't built for towing.
Toyota includes blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and lane centering as standard on the LE. You also get push-button start, a wireless charging pad, and two years or 25,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance. If you want those driver aids without adding a package, the LE delivers them from the start.
For most shoppers, the 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring is the stronger pick. It costs $1,465 less than the Corolla Cross LE and gives back-seat passengers 6.7 more inches of legroom. It also brings a bigger touchscreen and a look that stands out in any parking lot. Add the Advanced Safety Package and it's still $870 under the Toyota. If fuel economy, cargo space, and standard driver aids top your list, the Corolla Cross earns a look. The best way to decide is a back-to-back drive, so stop by Gunn Buick GMC in Selma and see how the Envista fits your routine.
The 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring starts at $26,200, and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross LE FWD starts at $27,665, a difference of $1,465. Adding the Envista's $595 Advanced Safety Package brings it to $26,795, still $870 below the LE. Both figures are starting MSRP and exclude destination, taxes, title, and dealer fees.
The Corolla Cross LE FWD is EPA-rated at 31 MPG city, 33 MPG highway, and 32 MPG combined. The Envista is EPA-rated at 28 MPG city, 32 MPG highway, and 30 MPG combined. The Envista carries a larger 13.2-gallon fuel tank, compared to 12.4 gallons in the Toyota.
The Envista does. It offers 38.7 inches of rear legroom against 32.0 inches in the Corolla Cross, along with more rear hip and shoulder room. The Corolla Cross offers more cargo space behind the rear seat, at 24.0 cubic feet against 20.7. With the Envista's rear seats folded, cargo space grows to 42.0 cubic feet.
No. The Envista is front-wheel drive only. All-wheel drive is available on the Corolla Cross, but this comparison uses front-wheel drive on both models. For a Buick with available all-wheel drive, ask our team about the Encore GX.
Both include 3 years or 36,000 miles of basic coverage and 5 years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Buick adds 5 years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance and one year of complimentary maintenance. Toyota includes 2 years of unlimited-mileage roadside assistance and 2 years or 25,000 miles of complimentary maintenance.
Numbers only tell part of the story. Come see how the Envista Sport Touring rides, sounds, and fits your passengers on the roads you drive every day, from Selma and Schertz to Cibolo, Universal City, and Live Oak. If the Corolla Cross is on your short list, bring your notes and compare them side by side. Our team can walk you through trims and packages, and we'll get you an estimate on your trade. Call or text us, or stop by for a test drive.
Specifications, pricing, and equipment are based on manufacturer-published data for 2026 model year vehicles as of October 5, 2026, sourced from Buick.com, Toyota.com, and Edmunds, and are subject to change. This comparison uses the 2026 Buick Envista Sport Touring FWD and the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross LE FWD, selected as each brand's most popular trim at a comparable starting price. Feature availability and specifications differ across other trims and configurations. Starting MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, license, and dealer fees, and option and package pricing is manufacturer suggested. EPA-estimated fuel economy is for comparison purposes only, and actual mileage will vary with driving conditions, habits, and vehicle maintenance. Driver-assistance features are supplemental, do not replace attentive driving, and may not function in all conditions, so see the Owner's Manual for details. Warranty, roadside, and maintenance coverage is summarized, and terms, exclusions, and conditions apply, so see each manufacturer's warranty statement for complete details. Toyota and Corolla Cross are trademarks of their respective owner, and Gunn Buick GMC is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota. Confirm current specifications, availability, and pricing with the dealership.
