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Toyota Corolla vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 29,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Subaru Crosstrek?

Toyota Corolla vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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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.

Toyota Corolla is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 noticeably more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek is barely faster – reaching 198 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 18 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 slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers moderately more boot space – 361 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,314 L, about 262 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries slightly more – 505 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Toyota Corolla
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,495 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Subaru
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