At the risk of surprising you, the reliability record of these two models is essentially the same. On the other hand, in the event of breakdown, the Volvo risks costing you more. Of the two, the Allroad appears to be the more logical choice, but this one is not a hybrid. No more than the other vehicle we invite you to consider: the Subaru Outback. A proven model, more widely available, financially more accessible and which can potentially (depending on the livery chosen) tow a heavier load and also save you from using a roof box.
If you are looking for a vehicle with the most cargo space, the Corolla Cross will be your preference. The latter, however, is noisier, less rewarding (interior presentation) and less efficient (less responsive all-wheel drive). The Crosstrek consumes slightly more, but its behavior is more dynamic and its finish more polished. In terms of reliability, the two models are equal according to several consumer associations. If you opt for the Crosstrek, we suggest you choose the Onyx version, the most uniform.
The reputation is not much better, to answer you quite simply. Electric vehicles have, due to their weight and power (torque), the unfortunate tendency to severely abuse the tires. We recommend that you opt for tires suitable for electric vehicles (reinforced sidewalls and optimized soles) to take full advantage of the qualities of your vehicle.
The automatic cut-off device has no impact on the life of the starter, even in urban traffic. The starter has become very sophisticated over the last 10 years and it is rather rare to replace it (or remanufacture it) during the useful life of a vehicle. That said, you should also know that it is possible, depending on the model and year, that the starter of a vehicle equipped with an automatic cut-off device costs more.
