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MINI MINI vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or VW Golf?

MINI MINI vs VW Golf: Key differences

MINI MINI

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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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VW Golf

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  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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:

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.

MINI MINI is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,424 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI MINI offers substantially more range – reaching up to 391 km, about 248 km more than the VW Golf.

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 markedly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers barely more torque with 420 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

MINI

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 very slightly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers markedly more boot space – 381 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries a bit more – 508 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf stands well ahead of its rival 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
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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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MINI MINI
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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