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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs VW Golf – Which model is better for everyday use?
Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or VW Golf?
Astra Sports Tourer
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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.
VW Golf has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 26500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1282 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs significantly better – achieving up to 413 km, about 270 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
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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 Golf has a distinct edge – offering 333 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs slightly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls somewhat stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Astra Sports Tourer
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Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Golf is minimal lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly perceptible more room – 597 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer performs evident better – up to 1634 L, which is about 397 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf slight takes the win – 508 kg compared to 497 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
from about £25,200
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VW Golf
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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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.
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
VW Golf
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1394 - 1760 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4642 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, 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
130 - 225 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.