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Mercedes EQT vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW Golf?

Mercedes EQT vs VW Golf: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQT is very slightly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 507 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT offers significantly more range – reaching up to 278 km, about 135 km more than the VW Golf.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers significantly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is substantially lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 618 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries barely more – 531 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is decisively ahead 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.

from £28,300
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
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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQT have?

The Mercedes EQT is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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