Compare performance (218 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,452 £.
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 Mégane offers a bit more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is moderately faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,719 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers visibly more boot space – 596 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 274 L more than the Renault Mégane.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Mégane carries barely more – 446 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
The Renault Mégane stands out in the key areas 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 Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.
detailsThe 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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Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
452 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,719 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
389 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
4,200 mm
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,783 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
1,505 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
446 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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
218 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 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
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Toyota
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