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Toyota Corolla vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or NIO ET7?

Toyota Corolla vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,337 £.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET7 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 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, Toyota Corolla is significantly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 1,014 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers barely more boot space – 363 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries only slightly more – 466 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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.

from £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
Toyota Corolla
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Toyota Corolla
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
100 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
NIO
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