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Omoda 5 vs VW Tayron – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Omoda 5 or VW Tayron fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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.

Omoda 5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the VW Tayron costs 39600 £. That’s a price difference of around 16470 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tayron manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Omoda 5 with 7.50 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.

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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 Tayron has a evident edge – offering 272 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Omoda 5 takes 7.80 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tayron performs barely noticeable better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Omoda 5 tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tayron pulls distinct stronger with 400 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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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 boot space, the VW Tayron offers convincingly more room – 885 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 885 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron performs decisively better – up to 2090 L, which is about 1015 L more than the Omoda 5.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tayron proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tayron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
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Omoda 5

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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.

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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23100 £
Price
39600 - 53300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.50 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
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co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1682 - 1948 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4424 mm
Length
4792 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1853 - 1866 mm
Height
1588 mm
Height
1666 - 1668 mm
Max trunk capacity
1075 L
Max trunk capacity
1915 - 2090 L
Payload
-
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
220 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 240 km/h
Torque
290 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
Brand
Omoda
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Omoda 5?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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