Compare performance (178 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or VW ID.5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,588 £.
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 ID.5 offers significantly more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 631 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries slightly more – 552 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.
The VW ID.5 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsVW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
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Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
436 - 571 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
100 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4,370 mm
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Length
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Width
1,790 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
1,435 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Payload
529 - 552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Power HP
190 - 299 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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