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Alfa Romeo Junior vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (280 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (26,100 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Junior or Toyota Corolla?

Alfa Romeo Junior vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Junior

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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • marginally more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Junior

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alfa Romeo Junior is marginally cheaper – starting at 26,100 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,477 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Junior with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers clearly more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Junior is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Alfa Romeo Junior is somewhat faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

Junior

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Junior is only slightly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers moderately more boot space – 415 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Alfa Romeo Junior offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,280 L, about 228 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Junior holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £26,100
Junior

Alfa Romeo Junior

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 280 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 410 km
Alfa Romeo Junior
Toyota Corolla

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Alfa Romeo Junior

The Alfa Romeo Junior captures the essence of Italian design with its sleek lines and compact dimensions, making it an icon of elegance and performance. With a spirited driving experience and a charming retro aesthetic, it appeals to enthusiasts and casual drivers alike. This delightful car embodies the brand's rich heritage while remaining a fun and engaging option for those seeking a unique automotive experience.

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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Alfa Romeo Junior
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,100 - 41,600 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
344 - 410 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 45 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,689 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
340 - 415 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,173 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,781 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,505 - 1,538 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,205 - 1,280 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
390 - 420 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 280 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 207 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Alfa Romeo
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Toyota
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