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Vauxhall Astra vs Skoda Elroq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Skoda Elroq?

Vauxhall Astra

Skoda Elroq

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Astra has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Skoda Elroq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 3866 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Skoda Elroq: with 15.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.

As for range, the Skoda Elroq performs distinct better – achieving up to 573 km, about 154 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Elroq has a distinct edge – offering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Elroq is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Skoda Elroq tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is significantly lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 612 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs somewhat better – up to 1580 L, which is about 241 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq barely noticeable takes the win – 531 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Elroq shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £29,100
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Skoda Elroq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 16.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 573 km
Vauxhall Astra
Skoda Elroq

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Skoda Elroq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
29100 - 45500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
377 - 573 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4488 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1884 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1608 - 1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
470 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

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.