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Nissan Qashqai vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Both models are evenly matched in price – each starts at 29600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports manages with 4.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

Corolla Touring Sports @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Nissan Qashqai has a a bit edge – offering 205 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs somewhat better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Nissan Qashqai is hardly perceptible lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1485 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers somewhat more room – 596 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1606 L, which is about 159 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Qashqai a bit takes the win – 520 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Qashqai proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Qashqai is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,600
Qashqai @ Nissan Motor Corporation

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 6.8 L

Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

The 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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Nissan Qashqai
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29600 - 39900 £
Price
29600 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
Length
4425 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1835 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
400 - 440 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Toyota
Is the Nissan Qashqai offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.