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Skoda Scala vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or Toyota Corolla?

Skoda Scala vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Scala

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Scala is noticeably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,149 £.

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

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla offers slightly 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 only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Skoda Scala is slightly faster – reaching 221 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

Scala

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is a bit lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers clearly more boot space – 467 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,410 L, about 358 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries very slightly more – 450 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Scala has the upper hand 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.

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Scala

Skoda Scala

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L/100km
Skoda Scala
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Toyota Corolla

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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Skoda Scala
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 126 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,362 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,410 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
403 - 431 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
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Toyota
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