Compare performance (325 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Grandland or VW Golf?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Golf is visibly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Grandland costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,367 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Grandland with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland offers considerably more range – reaching up to 694 km, about 551 km more than the VW Golf.
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 Golf offers marginally more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Vauxhall Grandland takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is clearly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Vauxhall Grandland tops out at 202 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Grandland delivers moderately more torque with 509 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 89 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is visibly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,675 kg. The difference is around 368 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers visibly more boot space – 550 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Grandland offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,645 L, about 408 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries marginally more – 508 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The VW Golf comes out modestly ahead 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.
The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.
detailsThe VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Price
32,600 - 51,400 £
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Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 - 694 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 126 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,675 - 2,325 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4,650 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
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Width
1,905 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,665 mm
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Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,580 - 1,645 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
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Payload
425 - 495 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 325 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
170 - 202 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
230 - 509 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 239 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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