Compare performance (196 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or VW Taigo?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Taigo is clearly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,071 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is slightly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 597 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,757 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Payload
448 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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