Compare performance (178 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or BMW X1?
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.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the BMW X1 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,623 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X1 uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
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 BMW X1 offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X1 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW X1 is noticeably faster – reaching 233 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is very slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers marginally more boot space – 596 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 61 L more than the BMW X1.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X1 carries a bit more – 500 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The BMW X1 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.
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.
detailsThe BMW X1 brings a premium feel to compact crossover life, wrapping practical space and agile handling into a tidy, upscale package. It’s ideal for buyers who want BMW driving dynamics without the bulk, offering everyday comfort and a few clever tricks to keep the commute interesting.
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
38,200 - 55,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
81 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.2 kWh
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
57 - 175 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,935 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,500 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,630 - 1,642 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,495 - 1,545 L
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
490 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
136 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 233 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
100 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
BMW
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