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Toyota Corolla vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Toyota Corolla vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 205,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Supercar Series Roadster

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers clearly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 522 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Corolla

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is barely lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Toyota Corolla
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

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Toyota Corolla

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.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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Toyota Corolla
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Toyota
Brand
McLaren
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