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Skoda Karoq vs Toyota Corolla Cross - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (190 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Karoq

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Karoq has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2623 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.90 L per 100 km – no difference here.

Corolla Cross

Engine and Performance:

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 Skoda Karoq has a minimal edge – offering 190 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

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

Karoq

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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1380 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers somewhat more room – 521 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs a bit better – up to 1630 L, which is about 293 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross minimal takes the win – 560 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq is decisively 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.

Skoda Karoq
Toyota Corolla Cross

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Karoq

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

Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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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 Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Skoda Karoq
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 41700 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 173 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
521 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1841 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
456 - 549 kg
Payload
515 - 560 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 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, D
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Skoda Karoq?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.