Compare performance (237 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (48200 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes V Class or Toyota Corolla?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19587 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.10 L. The difference is about 2.70 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 Mercedes V Class has a evident edge – offering 237 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 40 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: Mercedes V Class offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.
In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is decisively lighter – 1420 kg compared to 2192 kg. The difference is around 772 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers convincingly more room – 1410 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 1049 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs decisively better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3958 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class clearly takes the win – 908 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 458 kg.
The Mercedes V Class is clearly ahead overall 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 V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
6
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 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
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.