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Vauxhall Frontera vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or VW Polo?

Vauxhall Frontera vs VW Polo: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo is visibly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Frontera costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,476 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Polo

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 Polo offers noticeably more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers noticeably more torque with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Frontera

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is markedly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,394 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly more boot space – 460 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Frontera carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo holds a decisive overall lead 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 £17,300
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 Frontera

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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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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4.1 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

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

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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