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Nissan Juke vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Juke or VW Golf?

Nissan Juke vs VW Golf: Key differences

Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Juke

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Juke is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,896 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Nissan Juke with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

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 substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Nissan Juke takes 10.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Juke

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, Nissan Juke is very slightly lighter – 1,274 kg compared to 1,307 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Juke offers barely more boot space – 422 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries somewhat more – 508 kg compared to 427 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is clearly superior overall 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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Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke is a pocket-sized crossover that refuses to blend in, with quirky styling and a cheeky stance that turns heads at every traffic light. It’s ideal for shoppers who value personality and nimble urban driving over maximum practicality, delivering surprising pep and a well-equipped feel for everyday fun.

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Reviews Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ali Shan
8 Dec 2025, 11:29:27

For more space and Efficiency, I would prefer Juke 1.5 Specially Accenta.

VW Golf

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
21,400 - 30,100 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 136 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,274 - 1,405 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 427 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 143 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 105 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
Is the Nissan Juke offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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