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Skoda Karoq vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (190 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or Toyota Corolla?

Skoda Karoq

5 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla

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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.

Toyota Corolla has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 505 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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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 Skoda Karoq has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 190 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 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.

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In curb weight, Skoda Karoq is hardly perceptible lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers noticeable more room – 521 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs evident better – up to 1630 L, which is about 578 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Karoq shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £29,100
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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L
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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Skoda
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What drive types are available for the Skoda Karoq?

The Skoda Karoq is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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