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Vauxhall Combo vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (22,900 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo or VW Polo?

Vauxhall Combo vs VW Polo: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo

  • substantially more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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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

Combo

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Polo is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo costs 22,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,619 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Polo

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 Polo offers markedly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers only slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Combo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is visibly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 362 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers substantially more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 699 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries clearly more – 695 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 238 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo is far ahead 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.

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Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Vauxhall Combo

The Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
141 - 151 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
544 - 695 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Combo have?

The Vauxhall Combo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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