Compare performance (178 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or Renault R4?
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.
Renault R4 is slightly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,405 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers somewhat more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 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 Renault R4 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a bit faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault R4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 30 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.
Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,485 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault R4 offers clearly more boot space – 1,045 L compared to 596 L. That’s a difference of about 449 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,606 L, about 201 L more than the Renault R4.
When it comes to payload, the Renault R4 carries only slightly more – 443 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
The Renault R4 is clearly superior overall 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 Renault R4, affectionately known as the "R4," is a quintessential symbol of French automotive simplicity and practicality. This classic compact car, originally introduced in the early 1960s, won over numerous enthusiasts with its versatile design and dependable performance. Its no-frills charm and robust build made it a beloved choice for rural drivers and city dwellers alike, cementing its status as an iconic piece of automotive history.
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
25,200 - 31,200 £
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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
14.2 - 15.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
308 - 409 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 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
1,485 - 1,537 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
420 - 1,045 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,144 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,808 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,552 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,405 L
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
385 - 443 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
225 - 245 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
90 - 110 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
2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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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
Renault
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