Compare performance (110 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 31700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Toyota Corolla Cross?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Sandero has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 21000 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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 Toyota Corolla Cross has a distinct edge – offering 180 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Dacia Sandero performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
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 curb weight, Dacia Sandero is clearly perceptible lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 291 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers evident more room – 425 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs a bit better – up to 1337 L, which is about 229 L more than the Dacia Sandero.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross clearly perceptible takes the win – 560 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.
The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
10700 - 16700 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1089 - 1209 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
328 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4088 - 4099 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1499 - 1535 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1108 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
404 - 436 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, 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, CVT
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 110 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
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Power kW
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Toyota
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The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-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.