Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition vs Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition 5.3 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Power winner Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition 300 hp Runner-up: 130 hp
Cargo winner Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition 295 L Runner-up: 267 L
Price winner Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo $23,200 Runner-up: $39,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition against the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo. 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has the higher listed output at 300 hp; 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo is rated at 130 hp, a difference of 170 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition at 370 Nm and 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo at 230 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower recorded consumption at 5.8 L/100km; 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is listed at 9.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 295 litres versus 267 litres, a difference of 28 litres. 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is 350 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower listed starting price at $23,200, compared with $39,900 for 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s8.7 s
Top Speed235 km/h208 km/h
Power300 hp130 hp
Torque370 Nm230 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L44 L
Efficiency9.4 L/100km5.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions214 g/km132 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,410 mm4,060 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm139 mm
Cargo295 L267 L
Curb Weight1,475 kg1,195 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m10.5 m
Starting MSRP$39,900$23,200

Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition vs Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has the higher listed top speed at 235 km/h (146 mph), compared with 208 km/h (129 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has more power at 300 hp, a 170 hp advantage over 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition has more listed cargo space at 295 litres (10.4 cu ft), versus 267 litres (9.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition is heavier at 1,475 kg (3,252 lb), while 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo is listed at 1,195 kg (2,635 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $23,200 USD, compared with $39,900 USD for 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition or the 2025 Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo?

2025 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.