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Toyota Corolla vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or VW Tiguan?

Toyota Corolla vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly lighter

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,001 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is somewhat faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

Corolla

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 434 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries a bit more – 533 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan 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.

from £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
Toyota Corolla
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Corolla

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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Toyota Corolla
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
100 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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