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Vauxhall Mokka vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Mokka or VW ID.Polo?

Vauxhall Mokka vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Vauxhall Mokka

4.3 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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VW ID.Polo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

Mokka

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.Polo is barely cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Mokka costs 23,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,624 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Mokka. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.Polo offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 51 km more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

ID.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 Vauxhall Mokka offers a bit more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the VW ID.Polo takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Mokka delivers moderately more torque with 345 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

Mokka

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Mokka is markedly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 1,568 kg. The difference is around 274 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.Polo offers noticeably more boot space – 441 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.Polo carries marginally more – 444 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Mokka 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.

from £23,000
Mokka

Vauxhall Mokka

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 336 - 403 km
Vauxhall Mokka
VW ID.Polo

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Mokka

The Opel Mokka is a compact crossover that blends bold, modern styling with a practical, city-friendly footprint. It delivers a comfortable ride and a well-appointed interior with straightforward tech, making it a smart choice for urban drivers who want a stylish yet sensible small SUV.

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VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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Vauxhall Mokka
VW ID.Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,000 - 40,500 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Electric Range
424 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,672 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,635 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,787 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
388 - 400 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 281 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
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