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SEAT Ibiza vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or Toyota Corolla?

SEAT Ibiza vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ibiza

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SEAT Ibiza is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,735 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla offers somewhat more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Ibiza

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 terms of curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is visibly lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 309 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers barely more boot space – 361 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ibiza carries slightly more – 522 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza holds a slight edge 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.

from £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.7 L/100km
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The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Reviews SEAT Ibiza

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Mateusz
13 Jun 2026, 16:32:31

The pros are the dynamics, the body lines, the style, and the build quality.

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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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trag
1 Jun 2026, 15:20:49

Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,800 - 28,600 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 128 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Toyota
Is the SEAT Ibiza offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Ibiza is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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