Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
0/5 (0)
$39,990
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Volkswagen Polo GTI
0/5 (0)
$41,790
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Overview
Polo GTI
2018
Year
2018 - Present
1798.0
Engine
1984
103.0
Power
147
Hybrid
Fuel
Petrol
CVT
Transmission
DCT
5.0
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

Best comparable values are highlighted in green.

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Specification
Polo GTI
1798.0
Engine Capacity
1984
2ZR-FXE
Engine Code
—
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
4
Number of Cylinders
4
—
Aspiration
Turbocharged
103.0
Power
147
142
Torque
320
—
Top Speed
240
FWD
Drive Type
FWD
4.0
Fuel Economy Combined
6.7
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6
225 / 40R18
Tyre Size
215 / 40 R18
18"
Wheel Size
18
5.0
Number of Doors
5
5.0
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Solid disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
MacPherson strut
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam
Rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
7.0
Number of Airbags
7
—
Towing Capacity
1200
10.4
Turning Circle
10.6

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Dimension
Polo GTI
43.0
Fuel Tank Capacity
40
4375.0
Length
4080
1790.0
Width
1751
1435.0
Height
1442
2640.0
Wheelbase
2560
135.0
Ground Clearance
143
1400
Kerb Weight
1345
333
Boot Space
305

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid
Feature
Polo GTI
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid

Pros

  • +Premium interior finish
  • +Excellent fuel efficiency
  • +Advanced safety technology
  • +Strong hybrid refinement
  • +Feature-rich specification

Cons

  • −Expensive for the segment
  • −Low-profile tyres affect comfort
  • −Limited rear visibility
  • −CVT lacks sporty feel
  • −Road noise at highway speeds

Volkswagen Polo GTI

Pros

  • +Strong 147kW turbo performance
  • +Quick-shifting six-speed DSG
  • +Sharp GTI handling
  • +Comprehensive standard safety
  • +Practical five-door layout

Cons

  • −Highest price in the Polo range
  • −Firm ride on 18-inch wheels
  • −Smaller 305-litre boot
  • −Requires premium unleaded
  • −Front-wheel drive only

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: Volkswagen Polo GTI

Leads this comparison on best for performance with a score of 55.

Best for Value: Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid

Leads this comparison on best for practicality / space with a score of 58.

Our Recommendation

Choose Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Choose Volkswagen Polo GTI if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Bottom Line: Volkswagen Polo GTI leads on performance, Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid leads on value and Toyota Corolla Hatch ZR Hybrid leads on practicality.

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