Compare performance (178 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Land Rover Defender?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,280 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
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 Land Rover Defender offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 457 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 880 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers clearly more boot space – 786 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 425 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries clearly more – 819 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 369 kg.
The Land Rover Defender is decisively 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 Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.
detailsThe Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 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
48 km
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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
135 - 324 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
4,370 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Land Rover
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