Compare performance (158 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 29600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
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.
Dacia Duster has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 13328 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports manages with 4.40 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports has a somewhat edge – offering 178 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Duster is hardly perceptible lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1485 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers somewhat more room – 596 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs slight better – up to 1609 L, which is about 3 L more than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster minimal takes the win – 453 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be has the upper hand and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
29600 - 36400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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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
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4650 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Toyota
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.