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Citroen Holidays vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (43,100 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or VW Grand California?

Citroen Holidays vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Citroen Holidays

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • markedly lighter
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VW Grand California

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Grand California

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Holidays is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,100 £ , while the VW Grand California costs 70,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,131 £.

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 Citroen Holidays offers very slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Holidays is markedly lighter – 2,338 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 714 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Holidays carries considerably more – 762 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 314 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen Holidays 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.

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Citroen Holidays

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 7.3 L/100km
Citroen Holidays
VW Grand California

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Citroen Holidays

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.

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VW Grand California

The Grand California is Volkswagen's remarkable take on the camper van, blending practicality with comfort for the ultimate road trip experience. With ample space for both living and storage, it's designed for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on amenities. Whether you're exploring coastal roads or setting up camp in the mountains, the Grand California offers a perfect home away from home.

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Citroen Holidays
VW Grand California

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,100 - 45,700 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
185 - 192 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,368 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
-
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
732 - 762 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
370 - 400 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
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