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Toyota Corolla vs VW Arteon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (178 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (28600 £ vs 43300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or VW Arteon?

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £. That’s a price difference of around 14704 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Arteon has a significantly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs distinct 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:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Toyota Corolla is to a small extent lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly perceptible more room – 590 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1632 L, which is about 580 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, VW Arteon noticeable takes the win – 569 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Arteon shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £43,300
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VW Arteon

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 8.6 L
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Toyota Corolla

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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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VW Arteon

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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Price
43300 - 60800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
4370 mm
Length
4866 mm
Width
1790 mm
Width
1871 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Front-Wheel Drive
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Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3

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

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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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