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Toyota Corolla vs Dacia Duster comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Dacia Duster?

Toyota Corolla vs Dacia Duster: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h

Dacia Duster

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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Duster is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,300 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Duster

Engine and Performance:

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 Toyota Corolla offers slightly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

Corolla

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Dacia Duster is very slightly lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Duster offers visibly more boot space – 517 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,609 L, about 557 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Dacia Duster carries only slightly more – 453 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Duster 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.

from £16,300
Duster

Dacia Duster

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Reviews Toyota Corolla

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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.6 kWh
co2
100 g/km
co2
107 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,455 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,343 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,656 - 1,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,414 - 1,609 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
402 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Dacia
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Corolla have?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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