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Toyota Corolla Cross vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Cross or VW Passat?

Toyota Corolla Cross vs VW Passat: Key differences

Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corolla Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,757 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Passat

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 VW Passat offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Corolla Cross

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is somewhat lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers visibly more boot space – 690 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries barely more – 577 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat 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.

from £36,500
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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km
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Toyota Corolla Cross

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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Reviews Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Henk
13 Feb 2026, 15:47:52

Very good in terms of power. Less good on sound and getting in because of a protruding dashboard.

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VW Passat

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Reviews VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Toyota Corolla Cross
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 560 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Corolla Cross have?

The Toyota Corolla Cross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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