VS

Mitsubishi Space Star vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or VW Golf?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs VW Golf: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter

VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

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

Space Star

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.

Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,547 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

Golf

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 333 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 262 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 9.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is noticeably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 103 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers substantially more torque with 420 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 318 Nm more.

Space Star

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, Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,307 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers clearly more boot space – 381 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Golf offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,237 L, about 325 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries markedly more – 508 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 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.

from £25,200
Golf

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
Mitsubishi Space Star
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

details

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.

details
Mitsubishi Space Star
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
VW
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.