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Audi A4 Avant vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Toyota Corolla?

Audi A4 Avant vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Corolla is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,665 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant 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 Audi A4 Avant offers significantly more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is noticeably faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

A4 Avant

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, Toyota Corolla is somewhat lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers markedly more boot space – 495 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi A4 Avant offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,495 L, about 443 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries visibly more – 565 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant 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 £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Audi A4 Avant
Toyota Corolla

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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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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Audi A4 Avant
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Toyota
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