Dacia Sandero vs Toyota Corolla

Overview

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Brand Dacia Toyota
Model Sandero Corolla
Year 2026 2026
Type — —
Body Style Hatchback Compact Sedan

Pricing

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Current Price €21,999 – €22,500 $28,799 – $29,500
MSRP €22,500 $29,500
Dealer Price €21,000 $28,299

Engine & Performance

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Engine 1.6L Petrol Hybrid 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4
Horsepower 140 hp 169 hp
Torque 148 Nm (Engine) / 205 Nm (Electric motor) 151 lb-ft
0–60 mph 9.3 sec (0-62 mph) Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 108 mph Approx. 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Fuel Type Hybrid (Petrol/Electric) Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 60+ MPG (approx. 4.1 L/100km WLTP) 35 MPG combined
Range (EV) Up to 80% urban driving in electric mode N/A
Emissions 94 g/km CO2 Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards
Battery 1.2 kWh N/A
Charging Self-charging hybrid (Regenerative braking) N/A

Ratings

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Expert Rating 4.3/10 4.6/10
Community Reviews 0 1680
Performance Score 7.8 8.0
Comfort Score 8.0 8.6
Safety Score 7.5 9.3
Fuel Economy Score 9.6 9.2
Technology Score 8.0 8.5
Value Score 9.8 9.1

Verdict

Specification Dacia Sandero Toyota Corolla
Pros Outstanding fuel economy (around 60 mpg); Affordable purchase and running costs; Smooth urban electric driving capabilit... Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and...
Cons Engine can become vocal under hard acceleration; Basic interior materials compared to pricier rivals; Ride quality can f... Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t...