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Audi A4 Limousine vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (265 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (35800 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or VW Golf?

Audi A4 Limousine

VW Golf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10633 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf has a distinct edge – offering 333 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs slight better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Audi A4 Limousine tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls minimal stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, VW Golf is a bit lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1545 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers slightly more room – 460 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Limousine minimal takes the win – 540 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
35800 - 46600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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19.70 kWh
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1545 - 1665 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4762 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1847 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1428 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Audi
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Is the Audi A4 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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