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Vauxhall Astra vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW ID.7?

Vauxhall Astra vs VW ID.7: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter

VW ID.7

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Astra

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Astra is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,098 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 254 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

ID.7

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 VW ID.7 offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm more.

Astra

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is considerably lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 742 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 offers markedly more boot space – 532 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.7 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.

from £46,400
ID.7

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
Vauxhall Astra
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Vauxhall Astra
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
-
Length
4,961 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
460 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
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