Compare performance (180 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (43,100 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or VW Arteon?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Citroen Holidays is marginally cheaper – starting at 43,100 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 176 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Citroen Holidays with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
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 Arteon offers significantly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
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 Arteon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is substantially lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 731 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Holidays carries clearly more – 762 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.
The VW Arteon stands well ahead of its rival 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 Citroën Holidays wraps the brand's cheerful French charm into a holiday-ready package, with cosy, flexible interiors and styling that makes every errand feel like the start of a mini break. It won't thrill the petrolhead, but as a clever, easygoing companion for family getaways and weekend escapes it delivers exactly what most buyers want: comfort, personality and a mischievous sense of fun.
detailsThe VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
43,100 - 45,700 £
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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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
185 - 192 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,338 - 2,368 kg
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Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
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Length
4,866 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Width
1,871 mm
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Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Payload
732 - 762 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 180 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
370 - 400 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 132 kW
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
VW
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