Compare performance (225 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 43300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW Arteon?
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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18090 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 Arteon has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 320 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Arteon performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Arteon pulls somewhat stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
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, Vauxhall Astra is slightly lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 266 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Arteon offers noticeable more room – 590 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon performs to a small extent better – up to 1632 L, which is about 293 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, VW Arteon somewhat takes the win – 569 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra 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 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.
detailsThe VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Price
43300 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 - 419 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 - 135 g/km
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1341 - 1736 kg
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Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4374 mm
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Length
4866 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Height
1434 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Max trunk capacity
1632 L
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 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
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 225 HP
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
320 - 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
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.