Compare performance (178 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or VW Arteon?
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 Touring Sports is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,676 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports uses 4.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 VW Arteon offers significantly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is marginally lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers barely more boot space – 596 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 26 L more than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports.
When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries clearly more – 569 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.
The VW Arteon is far ahead 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 VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,866 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,871 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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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
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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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
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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