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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer vs VW Golf Variant – Which model is better for everyday use?
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 Variant has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 26500 £. That’s a price difference of around 339 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
Golf Variant
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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 Variant has a noticeable 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 Variant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls a bit 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:
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 curb weight, VW Golf Variant is barely noticeable lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1394 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers minimal more room – 611 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1642 L, which is about 8 L more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant minimal takes the win – 547 kg compared to 497 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer shows itself to be only a minor advantage 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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
VW Golf Variant
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from about £26,500
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
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 Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Price
26100 - 48700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 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
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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co2
114 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1366 - 1621 kg
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4642 mm
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Length
4631 - 4651 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
1462 - 1487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Payload
489 - 547 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
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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
4.8 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 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, G, F, C
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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.