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Vauxhall Astra vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VW T-Cross?

Vauxhall Astra vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW T-Cross

3.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Astra

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.

VW T-Cross is noticeably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,883 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

T-Cross

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 Vauxhall Astra offers visibly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Astra

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is a bit lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Cross offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra is clearly superior overall 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 km
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VW T-Cross

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3.9 (4 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Vauxhall Astra
VW T-Cross

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
Is the Vauxhall Astra offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Astra is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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