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BMW 7 Series vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or VW Golf Variant?

BMW 7 Series vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Golf Variant

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • moderately 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:

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 Variant is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,924 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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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 BMW 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is significantly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 889 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers moderately more boot space – 611 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries moderately more – 665 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series 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.

from £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 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
80 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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