Compare performance (204 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Omoda 5 or VW Golf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Omoda 5 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2053 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Omoda 5 with 7.50 L. The difference is about 6.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Omoda 5 takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Omoda 5 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.
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 boot space, the VW Golf offers clearly more room – 381 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 381 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs somewhat better – up to 1237 L, which is about 162 L more than the Omoda 5.
Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Omoda 5 arrives as a stylish, tech-forward compact crossover that punches above its class with bold design and a surprisingly premium cabin. It’s an attractive choice for buyers who want modern gadgets, confident road manners and value without the usual showroom drama.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
23100 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.50 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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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
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
-
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
-
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4424 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1830 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1588 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1075 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.80 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
220 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
290 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Omoda
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.