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Vauxhall Frontera vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (20500 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or VW Golf Variant?

Vauxhall Frontera

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VW Golf Variant

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.

Vauxhall Frontera has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5653 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf Variant has a decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls decisively stronger with 420 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is minimal lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers evident more room – 611 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs slight better – up to 1642 L, which is about 42 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera to a small extent takes the win – 644 kg compared to 547 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf Variant proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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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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Reviews Opel Frontera

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 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, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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