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Hyundai Tucson vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Golf?

Hyundai Tucson vs VW Golf: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

3.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Tucson is markedly cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,384 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Golf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 73 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Golf

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 VW Golf offers slightly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers only slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 41 Nm more.

Tucson

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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is moderately lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers noticeably more boot space – 620 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is far ahead 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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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
Hyundai Tucson
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Hyundai Tucson
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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