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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (48,000 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Giulia or VW Grand California?

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Giulia

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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VW Grand California

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Giulia

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alfa Romeo Giulia is significantly cheaper – starting at 48,000 £ , while the VW Grand California costs 70,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,236 £.

Grand California

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers clearly more power – delivering 520 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 357 HP more horsepower.

Giulia

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.

Seats: Alfa Romeo Giulia offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Alfa Romeo Giulia is considerably lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 1,412 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers substantially more boot space – 480 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 480 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Giulia carries a bit more – 535 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is far ahead overall 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.

from £48,000
Giulia

Alfa Romeo Giulia

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 210 - 520 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Alfa Romeo Giulia
VW Grand California

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Alfa Romeo Giulia

The Giulia blends unmistakable Italian design with poised, engaging handling that rewards an enthusiastic driver on twisty roads. Inside it's driver-focused and stylish, favoring a tactile, purposeful cabin over flashy gimmicks for those who value pure driving enjoyment.

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VW Grand California

The Grand California is Volkswagen's remarkable take on the camper van, blending practicality with comfort for the ultimate road trip experience. With ample space for both living and storage, it's designed for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on amenities. Whether you're exploring coastal roads or setting up camp in the mountains, the Grand California offers a perfect home away from home.

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Alfa Romeo Giulia
VW Grand California

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,000 - 88,300 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
141 - 229 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,640 - 1,735 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
480 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,874 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
-
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 535 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Alfa Romeo
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VW
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