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Ford Mustang Coupe vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (453 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (51800 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Coupe or VW Golf Variant?

Ford Mustang Coupe

VW Golf Variant

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

Golf Variant

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51800 £. That’s a price difference of around 25633 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Coupe with 12 L. The difference is about 7.70 L per 100 km.

Golf Variant

Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Mustang Coupe has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 453 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Coupe is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Mustang Coupe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 263 km/h, while the VW Golf Variant tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Coupe pulls noticeable stronger with 540 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

Golf Variant

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.

Seats: VW Golf Variant offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW Golf Variant is noticeable lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1808 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeable more room – 611 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant noticeable takes the win – 547 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf Variant shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £26,100
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 8.2 L
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Ford Mustang Coupe
VW Golf Variant

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Ford Mustang Coupe

The Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.

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VW Golf Variant

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
51800 - 65600 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
275 - 282 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
61 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1808 - 1837 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
381 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4810 - 4819 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1916 - 1917 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1398 - 1404 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
327 - 334 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 - 453 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
250 - 263 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
328 - 334 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
5038 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Ford Mustang Coupe?

The Ford Mustang Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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