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Morgan Plus Four vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (65,900 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Morgan Plus Four or VW Polo?

Morgan Plus Four vs VW Polo: Key differences

Morgan Plus Four

  • moderately more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
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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

Plus Four

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Morgan Plus Four costs 65,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,656 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Morgan Plus Four with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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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 Morgan Plus Four offers moderately more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Morgan Plus Four is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Morgan Plus Four delivers a bit more torque with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is a bit lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,143 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
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VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Morgan Plus Four

The Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
65,900 - 68,600 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
159 - 165 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,009 - 1,013 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,650 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
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Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
258 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 400 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
190 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Morgan
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Morgan Plus Four?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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