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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (25,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Toyota Corolla?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • only slightly lighter
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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

Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Caddy Compact Van is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,756 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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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 Toyota Corolla offers moderately more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van is very slightly faster – reaching 186 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

Caddy Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is only slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,442 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,648 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries substantially more – 759 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy Compact Van 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.

from £25,800
Caddy Compact Van

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 117 - 120 km
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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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

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Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
VW
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the VW Caddy Compact Van have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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