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Toyota Corolla vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or VW Touareg?

Toyota Corolla vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corolla

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Toyota Corolla is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,730 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers considerably more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 284 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is substantially lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 639 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers significantly more boot space – 810 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 449 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries substantially more – 751 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 301 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Touareg 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 £64,300
Touareg

VW Touareg

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 462 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 47 - 49 km
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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Reviews Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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trag
1 Jun 2026, 15:20:49

Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
100 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Corolla have?

The Toyota Corolla is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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