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Toyota Corolla Cross vs VW Touran – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Toyota Corolla Cross or VW Touran?

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

Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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 Cross has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the VW Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 3690 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Cross has a a bit edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs slightly better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is somewhat lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1520 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers convincingly more room – 834 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1980 L, which is about 643 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran barely noticeable takes the win – 601 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Touran shows itself to be has the upper hand 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 £35,400
Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW Touran

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.5 L

Toyota Corolla Cross

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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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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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Toyota Corolla Cross
VW Touran
Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation
Touran @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
31700 - 41900 £
Price
35400 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 120 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4527 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1620 mm
Height
1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Max trunk capacity
1980 L
Payload
515 - 560 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
Is the Toyota Corolla Cross offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.