Toyota Corolla 2018 vs Volkswagen Tiguan 2020

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Toyota Corolla
2018 - 2022
Volkswagen Tiguan
2020 - 2023
Body: HatchbackCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.2 - 2.0 (petrol)1.4 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid)
Both cars are available with petrol engines.

Performance

Power: 98 - 304 HP122 - 320 HP
Torque: 142 - 370 NM220 - 420 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.9 - 10.9 seconds4.9 - 10.9 seconds
In general, Volkswagen Tiguan are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Toyota Corolla. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.6 - 7.51.5 - 9.9
Toyota Corolla petrol engines consumes on average 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Tiguan.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 130 - 135 mm (5.1 - 5.3 inches)201 mm (7.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Tiguan can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.36 m4.51 m
Width: 1.79 m1.84 m
Height: 1.46 m1.68 m
Toyota Corolla is smaller.
Toyota Corolla is 15 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Corolla is 22 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 504 litres615 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
1052 litres1655 litres
Volkswagen Tiguan has more luggage space.
Toyota Corolla has 111 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Tiguan. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Tiguan (by 603 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters11.5 meters
The turning circle of the Toyota Corolla is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Tiguan, which means Toyota Corolla can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`756 kg~ 2`162 kg
Net weight:~ 1`355 kg~ 1`572 kg
Load capacity:~ 401 kg~ 590 kg
Toyota Corolla load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 47 procentiem less than Volkswagen Tiguan. Therefore, Volkswagen Tiguan is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
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Average price (€): 15 20024 200
Pros and Cons: Toyota Corolla has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Volkswagen Tiguan has
  • petrol, diesel and hybrid engines available
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
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