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Toyota Starlet Cross

Price in Uganda, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current Uganda listing; local generation dates are not stated. Current version Original current-generation version Body style Hatchback
Toyota Starlet Cross is a small petrol crossover for Ugandan buyers who want a compact footprint with a taller stance and four local grade choices.
UGX 99,100,000
Estimated on-road in
UGX 104,764,000
Estimated fees and insurance; your dealer and insurer may quote differently.
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
UGX 99,100,000
Registration allowance
UGX 150,000
Licensing allowance
UGX 100,000
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
UGX 50,000
Dealer handling / delivery
UGX 1,300,000
Insurance
UGX 3,964,000
Administrative/documentation allowance
UGX 100,000

Comprehensive planning estimate: 4% of the vehicle price.

Uses a VAT-inclusive vehicle price and fees; VAT is not added again.

Excludes finance interest; optional accessories; extended warranty; optional service products; class-specific commercial fees; exceptional delivery.

Fee inputs dated 2026-10-07. Registration and licensing allowances are not necessarily city-specific; delivery costs can differ.

Private passenger vehicles and light SUVs/pickups; commercial/heavy vehicles require class-specific review.

Ex-showroom UGX 99,100,000
Finance estimate from UGX 1,743,574/month Based on 1.5L Petrol MT STYLE Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1462cc (1.5L) Torque:138Nm (102 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:190mm (7.5″) Power:77kW (103 bhp) Boot304L (10.7 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 12.5 km/l (29 mpg)
City 10.5 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Toyota Starlet Cross in Uganda. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
UGX 1,743,574
Total Interest
UGX 25,334,435
Total Payable
UGX 104,614,435
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.5L Petrol MT STYLE. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Toyota Starlet Cross

Toyota Starlet Cross is a small petrol crossover for Ugandan buyers who want a compact footprint with a taller stance and four local grade choices.

The Starlet Cross makes a small-car decision a little more interesting. It has the compact length of a town hatchback, but wears a taller crossover body and offers a choice of manual or automatic driving. For an owner who wants something manageable around Kampala without moving into a large SUV, that is a useful starting point. Its appeal comes from size and everyday equipment, not from pretending to be a miniature Land Cruiser. Toyota Uganda lists four versions: MT STYLE, AT STYLE, MT DELUXE and AT DELUXE. They share a 1,462 cc petrol engine, front-wheel drive and five seats. The five-speed manual lets the driver choose the gear for a climb or a slow junction; the four-speed automatic removes clutch work from a crowded commute. Neither gearbox changes the number of seats or adds four-wheel drive. Decide which transmission suits the regular drivers before comparing the two equipment grades. STYLE already includes a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth. Four speakers, manual air conditioning, electric windows, a leather-covered steering wheel and cruise control cover several daily essentials. This is not a bare car that requires the DELUXE badge simply to connect a phone. A useful showroom exercise is to pair your own phone, start a familiar navigation route while parked and find the controls you would use most often. DELUXE adds a different set of conveniences. Its nine-inch screen works with a panoramic-view camera, and the local listing includes a head-up display, wireless charging and push-button start. Driver-seat height adjustment and a steering wheel adjustable for both height and reach also help explain the upgrade. These features are more persuasive when they solve something specific: seeing a low boundary wall, finding a comfortable driving position or keeping a phone charged during a long day. The safety distinction deserves attention too. Both grades list ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, vehicle stability control, hill-start assistance and rear ISOFIX anchorages. Toyota Uganda lists driver and passenger airbags for STYLE, and also identifies side and curtain airbags for DELUXE. That makes the grade comparison more substantial than screen size alone. Camera views and electronic aids still require careful observation; none removes the need to look around the vehicle before moving. At 3,995 mm long and 1,765 mm wide, the Starlet Cross remains compact. Its 2,520 mm wheelbase accommodates two seating rows, while the rear bench folds in a split arrangement when fewer passengers need to travel. The important luggage figure is the 304-litre seats-up capacity, not the much larger maximum-volume figure sometimes shown without a seating explanation. Take a pushchair or the bags normally carried: their shape can matter as much as the published total. Toyota Uganda specifies 190 mm of ground clearance. That provides useful context for an uneven driveway or a steep parking entrance, but ground clearance is only one part of rough-road suitability. Front-wheel drive, road tyres and the absence of a low-range transfer case keep this car's purpose firmly on ordinary roads. A route that repeatedly becomes deeply rutted or muddy calls for a different type of vehicle. For a Starlet Cross price comparison in Uganda, obtain quotes for the exact versions that remain on your shortlist. Use the price of the chosen gearbox and grade, rather than the range's lowest figure. Compare VAT treatment, delivery and registration on the same basis, and keep the local three-year/100,000 km warranty terms with the quotation. The best version is the one whose gearbox, passenger space and equipment make the regular week easier. The price ladder separates gearbox preference from equipment. STYLE costs UGX 99,100,000 with the manual and UGX 105,000,000 with the automatic; DELUXE is UGX 111,000,000 and UGX 116,900,000 respectively. These are ex-showroom amounts. Within either grade, the automatic adds UGX 5,900,000, while moving from STYLE to DELUXE adds UGX 11,900,000 without changing transmission. Decide which of those two changes matters more to your week.

Toyota Starlet Cross — Quick Facts

Toyota Starlet Cross Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5L Petrol MT STYLE Style Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 5-Speed Manual UGX 99,100,000
1.5L Petrol AT STYLE Style Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic UGX 105,000,000
1.5L Petrol MT DELUXE Deluxe Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 5-Speed Manual UGX 111,000,000
1.5L Petrol AT DELUXE Deluxe Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic UGX 116,900,000
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5L Petrol MT STYLE Style Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 5-Speed Manual UGX 99,100,000
1.5L Petrol AT STYLE Style Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic UGX 105,000,000
1.5L Petrol MT DELUXE Deluxe Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 5-Speed Manual UGX 111,000,000
1.5L Petrol AT DELUXE Deluxe Petrol Efficiency12.5 km/l 4-Speed Automatic UGX 116,900,000
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Toyota Starlet Cross Specifications

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Vehicle Type
Passenger crossover
Model Year
2026
Body Style
Hatchback
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Model Introduced Year
2024
Generation
Current Uganda listing; local generation dates are not stated.
Facelift History
No local facelift confirmed
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Segment
Compact crossover
Production Status
active
Length
3995 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1550 mm
Wheelbase
2520 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
155 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
304 l
Kerb Weight
1010 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1480 kg
Payload Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
1000 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
4.8 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine
1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol
Engine Code
K15B
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Bore
74 mm
Stroke
85 mm
Maximum Power
77 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
138 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.0 sec
Quarter Mile
18.0 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Yes
Rev Limiter
6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
76.24 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
136.63 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Front 2 WD
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Officially Disclosed
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain Layout
Front 2 WD
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Type
Manual
Number of Gears
5
Final Drive Ratio
4.412
Low Range
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
5
Gearbox Type
Manual
Front Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
Fuel Tank Litres
37
Claimed Mileage
12.5 km/l
City Mileage
10.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
11.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
EBD
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Hill Hold
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Stability Control
VSC
TCS
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Airbags
2
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
AEB
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
VSC
BA
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Rear View Camera
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Cruise Control
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Trim
Fabric
Driver Seat Adjustment
Reach adjustable
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Seat Material
Fabric
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Ambient Lighting
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way adjustment
Heated Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
No
Push Button Start
Not Available
AC Type
Manual
Keyless Entry
Yes
Power Windows
Front, Rear
Climate Control
Manual
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Sunroof
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Infotainment System
JBL
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Number of Speakers
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Basic instrument information display
USB Ports
Front
Infotainment Screen
7-inch touchscreen
Touchscreen
7-inch touchscreen
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Officially Disclosed
Daytime Running Lamps
Halogen
Fog Lamps
Not Officially Disclosed
Roof Rails
Not Officially Disclosed
Exterior Colour Options
Not Officially Disclosed
LED Headlamps
Yes
Headlights
LED
Departure Angle
25 deg
Breakover Angle
22 deg
Locking Differential
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Eco; Normal; Sport; Mud; Sand; Rock
Wading Depth
700 mm
Approach Angle
29 deg
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Rear Brake Type
Drums
Wheel Rim Size
16-inch
Spare Wheel Type
Steel
Handbrake Type
Manual
Front Brake Type
Ventilated discs
Tyre Size
195/60R16
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion bar
Service Plan
Dealer maintenance package available
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 Km
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
Ownership Role
New five-seat petrol crossover supplied through Toyota Uganda / CFAO Mobility
Pricing Role
Ex-showroom price in UGX

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Country Slug
uganda
Model
Starlet Cross
Market
Uganda
Brand
Toyota
Brand Slug
toyota
Make
Toyota
Country
Uganda
Variant
1.5L Petrol MT STYLE
Source URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/starlet-cross
Source Page URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/starlet-cross
Source Name
Toyota Uganda/CFAO specifications; user-supplied estimates for remaining fields
OEM URL
https://www.toyota.co.ug/en/vehicles/toyota-uganda/starlet-cross
Fuel Economy Combined
8.0
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
8.0 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
8.0 l/100km
Combined Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Consumption L 100km
8.0 l/100km
Price Source
Hagalu Uganda pricing team
Driving fit

Where the Toyota Starlet Cross Fits Best

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Who buys this

The Starlet Cross suits a Ugandan commuter or small family that wants five seats, a petrol engine and a more upright crossover stance than a conventional hatchback. It is a good shortlist candidate for buyers moving up from a small car but not ready for a large SUV. Choosing among the four derivatives depends on whether manual control or automatic traffic convenience matters more, and whether STYLE or DELUXE equipment is worth the price difference in a current dealer quotation.

City
A body just under four metres long and a listed 4.8-metre turning radius are useful starting points for narrow streets. The automatic removes repeated clutch work, while DELUXE's panoramic camera can help reveal nearby kerbs and walls. STYLE's seven-inch screen already supports phone navigation. Try the driver's seat before paying for the upgrade: DELUXE adds height adjustment and steering-wheel reach adjustment, which may matter more than the larger display.
Highway
The 77 kW petrol engine and compact body are suited to a different brief from a heavy towing SUV. With passengers aboard, allow enough time and distance to pass safely; peak torque arrives at 4,400 rpm, so a lower gear may be needed on a climb. Cruise control can help on appropriate open sections but is not adaptive cruise control. The 37-litre tank makes sensible fuel-stop planning worthwhile, especially where the next station is uncertain.
Off-Road
The locally listed 190 mm clearance can help with ordinary rough entrances, but a front-wheel-drive crossover has clear limits. Sharp crests, deep ruts and loose climbs require more than a taller stance. Carrying passengers and luggage also reduces the space beneath the car. Keep speed low on broken surfaces and avoid floodwater. Regular work on difficult tracks is a reason to compare a purpose-built 4x4, not to stretch the Starlet Cross beyond its intended role.

Toyota Starlet Cross — Should You Buy It?

A compact five-seat crossover with four clear manual/automatic and STYLE/DELUXE choices.

The Starlet Cross gives buyers a useful two-part choice: manual or automatic first, STYLE or DELUXE second. STYLE already includes smartphone integration, cruise control and stability control; DELUXE adds more useful distinctions than decoration, including panoramic parking views, additional listed airbag coverage and driving-position adjustments. Its compact body is well worth considering for a small household, provided the rear bench and seats-up luggage area fit the real load. The main compromises are equally clear: no third row, front-wheel drive and a four-speed automatic rather than a transmission with more ratios.

What's Good
  • ✓Manual and automatic options in both STYLE and DELUXE grades.
  • ✓STYLE already includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and cruise control.
  • ✓DELUXE adds a panoramic camera, head-up display and wireless charging.
  • ✓Stability control, hill-start assistance and rear ISOFIX listed across the range.
  • ✓Compact 3,995 mm body with locally specified 190 mm clearance.
Watch Out For
  • ✕Five seats only; a third row is not available in this model.
  • ✕Front-wheel drive and road-car hardware limit difficult-track use.
  • ✕The automatic has four ratios, not a CVT or six-speed gearbox.
  • ✕Manual air conditioning remains listed even on DELUXE.
  • ✕The 304-litre seats-up boot needs checking against family luggage.

Toyota Starlet Cross FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Toyota Starlet Cross run from USh99,100,000 to USh116,900,000, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current ugandan range comprises 1.5L Petrol MT STYLE, 1.5L Petrol AT STYLE, 1.5L Petrol MT DELUXE, 1.5L Petrol AT DELUXE. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Toyota Starlet Cross is 190 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Toyota Starlet Cross is 1462 cc, with output shown as 77 kW (103 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Toyota Starlet Cross is around 12.5 km/l.

The Starlet Cross suits a Ugandan commuter or small family that wants five seats, a petrol engine and a more upright crossover stance than a conventional hatchback. It is a good shortlist candidate for buyers moving up from a small car but not ready for a large SUV.

A body just under four metres long and a listed 4.8-metre turning radius are useful starting points for narrow streets. The automatic removes repeated clutch work, while DELUXE's panoramic camera can help reveal nearby kerbs and walls.

The 77 kW petrol engine and compact body are suited to a different brief from a heavy towing SUV. With passengers aboard, allow enough time and distance to pass safely; peak torque arrives at 4,400 rpm, so a lower gear may be needed on a climb.

Buyers researching the Toyota Starlet Cross often compare it with rivals such as Suzuki Fronx , Suzuki Jimny 3-door , Suzuki Across , Suzuki Jimny 5-door . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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