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Alpine A110 vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (345 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A110 or VW Golf Variant?

Alpine A110 vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Alpine A110

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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VW Golf Variant

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

VW Golf Variant is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Alpine A110 costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,395 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Alpine A110 with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Golf Variant

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A110 offers considerably more power – delivering 345 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A110 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A110 delivers a bit more torque with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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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: VW Golf Variant offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A110 is moderately lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers significantly more boot space – 611 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 515 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries considerably more – 547 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 337 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant is clearly superior 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 £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 L/100km
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Alpine A110

The Alpine A110 is a stunning testament to modern automotive design, seamlessly blending performance with elegance. Its lightweight construction contributes to an exhilarating driving experience, making it a true driver's car. With its distinctive styling and agile handling, the A110 captures the spirit of classic sports cars while embracing contemporary technology.

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VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Alpine A110
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,200 - 282,900 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,194 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 345 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 254 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Alpine
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Alpine A110?

The Alpine A110 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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