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Mazda CX-80 vs VW Golf Variant – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Mazda CX-80 meets VW Golf Variant.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mazda CX-80

VW Golf Variant

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 Variant has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Mazda CX-80 costs 48200 £. That’s a price difference of around 22076 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda CX-80 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Variant has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 333 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.80 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-80 tops out at 219 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-80 pulls evident stronger with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Golf Variant is convincingly lighter – 1366 kg compared to 2131 kg. The difference is around 765 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers decisively more room – 611 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 353 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-80 performs to a small extent better – up to 1971 L, which is about 329 L more than the VW Golf Variant.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-80 a bit takes the win – 650 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mazda CX-80 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

Mazda CX-80
VW Golf Variant

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Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 61 km
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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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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
48200 - 60200 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
61 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
35 - 151 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 74 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2131 - 2240 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4995 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1714 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1971 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
195 - 219 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
2488 - 3283 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-80?

The Mazda CX-80 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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