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Subaru Forester vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or Toyota Corolla?

Subaru Forester

4 (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 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.

Toyota Corolla has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Subaru Forester costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 6128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota Corolla has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 178 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Forester performs minimal better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 8 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.

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In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is to a small extent lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers evident more room – 508 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs distinct better – up to 1731 L, which is about 679 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Forester slight takes the win – 492 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Corolla proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Corolla

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

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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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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
34700 - 42200 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.10 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1693 - 1739 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
188 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Subaru
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Toyota

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What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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