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Toyota Corolla vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (178 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (28600 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or VW Golf?
Corolla
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Golf has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3382 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.
Golf
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf has a decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
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Corolla
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Golf is barely noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 113 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers slight more room – 381 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs a bit better – up to 1237 L, which is about 185 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf slightly takes the win – 508 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf is clearly superior 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.
Toyota Corolla
VW Golf
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VW Golf
Toyota Corolla
5 (1 Reviews)
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 Golf
4.6 (1 Reviews)
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Toyota Corolla
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4370 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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Is the Toyota Corolla offered with different drivetrains?
The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.