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Skoda Scala vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Skoda Scala meets Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Scala has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8700 £.

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

Corolla Touring Sports @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Touring Sports has a to a small extent 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 Touring Sports is slight 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 somewhat better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Scala is evident lighter – 1199 kg compared to 1485 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers evident more room – 596 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports performs somewhat better – up to 1606 L, which is about 196 L more than the Skoda Scala.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports slight takes the win – 440 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports shows itself to be shows small but notable strengths 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 £29,600
Corolla Touring Sports @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L

Skoda Scala

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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 Touring Sports

The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.

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Skoda Scala
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
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Corolla Touring Sports @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 30700 £
Price
29600 - 36400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
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
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1199 - 1271 kg
Curb weight
1485 - 1515 kg
Trunk capacity
467 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
Length
4362 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1793 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1514 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1410 L
Max trunk capacity
1591 - 1606 L
Payload
403 - 431 kg
Payload
400 - 440 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 - 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
Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.