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Renault Austral vs Toyota Corolla Cross – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Austral or Toyota Corolla Cross fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Renault Austral has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 1963 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Austral manages with 4.80 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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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 Renault Austral has a barely noticeable edge – offering 200 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is somewhat lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1539 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers evident more room – 555 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs evident better – up to 1761 L, which is about 424 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross slightly takes the win – 560 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Austral proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Austral is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £29,700
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Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.5 L
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Toyota Corolla Cross

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The 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
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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
109 - 148 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota

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What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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