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Hyundai Tucson vs VW Golf – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Golf?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Golf has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Hyundai Tucson costs 30600 £. That’s a price difference of around 5439 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 1 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the VW Golf with 1.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Golf performs significantly better – achieving up to 143 km, about 73 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 VW Golf has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 333 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf is to a small extent lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs distinct better – up to 1799 L, which is about 562 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson hardly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Hyundai Tucson
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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Hyundai Tucson
VW Golf
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Costs and Consumption

Price
30600 - 46300 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
64 - 70 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
22 - 172 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1889 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4510 - 4535 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1721 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
523 - 545 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 252 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 185 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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