Compare performance (178 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or Nissan Qashqai?
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.
Both models are evenly matched in price – each starts at 29,600 £ .
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports uses 4.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Nissan Qashqai offers slightly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Nissan Qashqai is somewhat faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers a bit more boot space – 596 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 159 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries moderately more – 520 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
The Nissan Qashqai is slightly 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 Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1,420 - 1,665 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,425 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,835 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
466 - 520 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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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
140 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
240 - 330 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
103 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Nissan
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