Toyota Corolla vs Volvo EX30 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Corolla has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4414 £.

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 Volvo EX30 has a significantly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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 curb weight, the Toyota Corolla is noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers to a small extent more room – 361 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1052 L, which is about 52 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla a bit takes the win – 450 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Our conclusion: The Volvo EX30 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.