Compare performance (178 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or Polestar 2?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,557 £.
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 Polestar 2 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 298 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is somewhat faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 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 clearly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 584 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers markedly more boot space – 596 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 511 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports carries barely more – 440 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.
The Polestar 2 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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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
2,069 - 2,188 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,606 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
412 - 421 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
299 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
220 - 350 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Polestar
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