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Skoda Scala vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Scala or Toyota Corolla?

Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 7672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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 has a a bit edge – offering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs a bit better – 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:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Scala is somewhat lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Scala performs distinct better – up to 1410 L, which is about 358 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla hardly perceptible takes the win – 450 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Scala proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Scala is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,900
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
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Toyota Corolla

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Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)
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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

5 (1 Reviews)
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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
20900 - 30700 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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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
1199 - 1271 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4362 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1793 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1514 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 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
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Skoda
Brand
Toyota

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Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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