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Honda CR-V vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Toyota Corolla?

Honda CR-V vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Honda CR-V

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Honda CR-V costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

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 Honda CR-V offers marginally more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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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 clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,821 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda CR-V offers substantially more boot space – 617 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda CR-V carries only slightly more – 475 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda CR-V stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,800
CR-V

Honda CR-V

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 78 km
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Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Reviews Honda CR-V

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Yvi
18 Mar 2026, 18:55:49

Good car, very comfortable. It still drinks petrol — I do a lot of driving, so the hybrid system only makes itself felt in traffic jams....

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 52,100 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 - 152 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Honda
Brand
Toyota
Is the Honda CR-V offered with different drivetrains?

The Honda CR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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