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Vauxhall Astra vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (225 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 26100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW Golf Variant?

Vauxhall Astra

VW Golf Variant

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

Astra

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Astra has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 947 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

Golf Variant

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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant 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 Golf Variant pulls slightly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

Astra

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is hardly perceptible lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers evident more room – 611 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs slightly better – up to 1642 L, which is about 303 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant minimal takes the win – 547 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant holds a narrow 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.

Vauxhall Astra
VW Golf Variant

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Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 8.2 L

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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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
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.