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Vauxhall Corsa vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (19600 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Corsa or VW Golf Variant?

Vauxhall Corsa

VW Golf Variant

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

Corsa

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.

Vauxhall Corsa has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6518 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Golf Variant

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 VW Golf Variant has a clearly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 177 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 Corsa takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Corsa tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

Corsa

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 curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is a bit lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers decisively more room – 611 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 302 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1642 L, which is about 600 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant a bit takes the win – 547 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf Variant shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £26,100
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 Corsa
VW Golf Variant

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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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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 Corsa
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption

Price
19600 - 30600 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1175 - 1544 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4061 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1765 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1042 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
376 - 445 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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

The Vauxhall Corsa is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.