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Vauxhall Astra vs VW T-Cross – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW T-Cross?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW T-Cross has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Vauxhall Astra has a evident edge – offering 225 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs slightly better – reaching 235 km/h, while the VW T-Cross tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW T-Cross is minimal lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Cross offers slight more room – 455 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1339 L, which is about 58 L more than the VW T-Cross.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra minimal takes the win – 509 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Astra proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Astra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km
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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 T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Price
21100 - 31500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4374 mm
Length
4127 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1784 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Height
1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Max trunk capacity
1281 L
Payload
414 - 509 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Astra?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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