Compare performance (136 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (31600 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Toyota Corolla?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3043 £.
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 Toyota Corolla has a distinct edge – offering 178 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Corolla performs clearly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Toyota Corolla offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is a bit lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1640 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 performs convincingly better – up to 3500 L, which is about 2448 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, BYD ETP3 significantly takes the win – 780 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.
The BYD ETP3 shows small but noticeable advantages 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.
The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.
detailsThe 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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Price
31600 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
233 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1640 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4460 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1720 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1875 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3500 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
780 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
100 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
180 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Toyota
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The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.