Compare performance (196 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or VW Tayron?
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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the VW Tayron costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,230 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers significantly more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 322 km more than the VW Tayron.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tayron offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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 curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is somewhat lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 244 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more boot space – 885 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 288 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries somewhat more – 573 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is narrowly ahead 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 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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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 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
116 - 123 km
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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
33 - 192 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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,853 - 1,866 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
489 - 573 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 MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 196 HP
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Power HP
150 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 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
250 - 400 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 - 144 kW
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Power kW
110 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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