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Vauxhall Astra vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (196 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW Golf?
Astra
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
VW Golf is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,082 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra offers clearly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 311 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers substantially more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers a bit more torque with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
Astra
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is moderately lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers very slightly more boot space – 422 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries only slightly more – 508 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf 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.
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VW Golf
Vauxhall Astra
VW Golf
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Vauxhall Astra
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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VW Golf
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Vauxhall Astra
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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