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Toyota Corolla vs Tesla Model Y - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (178 HP vs 627 HP), boot space and price (28600 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or Tesla Model Y?

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Corolla has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Tesla Model Y costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 5700 £.

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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 Tesla Model Y has a decisively edge – offering 627 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model Y performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1976 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more room – 822 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 461 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs decisively better – up to 2138 L, which is about 1086 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Tesla Model Y slight takes the win – 472 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model Y shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,300
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Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
100 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4370 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1790 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
440 - 472 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Tesla

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Is the Toyota Corolla offered with different drivetrains?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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