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Renault Austral vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Renault Austral or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £, while the Renault Austral costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 137 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports manages with 4.40 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 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 somewhat edge – offering 200 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

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

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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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is slight lighter – 1485 kg compared to 1539 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers minimal more room – 596 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs slight better – up to 1761 L, which is about 155 L more than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral slight takes the win – 477 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports shows itself to be won narrowly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Renault Austral
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

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from about £29,600
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Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 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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Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
29600 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
109 - 148 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
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
400 - 440 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
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 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
Brand
Renault
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include 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.

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