Compare performance (510 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Vauxhall Astra?
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.
Vauxhall Astra is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,580 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
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 BMW X4 offers substantially more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X4 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is visibly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers slightly more boot space – 525 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra is barely 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.
The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Trunk capacity
525 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
415 - 545 kg
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 510 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
135 - 375 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Vauxhall
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