Compare performance (180 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (36,600 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Bus or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,982 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
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 Renault Master Bus offers marginally more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is substantially lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 3,234 L more than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries substantially more – 1,254 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 814 kg.
The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports comes out clearly ahead 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 Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.
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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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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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
227 - 280 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
105 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
Estate
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Seats
6 - 9
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
2,070 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
939 - 1,254 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
135 - 180 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
360 - 400 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
99 - 132 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
2,299 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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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
Renault
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Brand
Toyota
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