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BMW 7 Series vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Toyota Corolla?

BMW 7 Series vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 393 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 7 Series is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 835 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
BMW 7 Series
Toyota Corolla

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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BMW 7 Series
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
5,391 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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