Compare performance (180 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (34,800 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Traveller or VW Golf?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Golf is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Peugeot Traveller costs 34,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,544 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Peugeot Traveller with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.
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 offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Peugeot Traveller takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers very slightly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Peugeot Traveller offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 646 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Traveller carries significantly more – 883 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 375 kg.
The VW Golf stands well ahead of its rival 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 Peugeot Traveller is a roomy, refined people‑carrier that dresses up everyday practicality with an unexpectedly classy interior. Perfect for family getaways or executive shuttles, it pairs flexible seating and clever storage with a calm, composed ride — useful, sensible, and quietly likeable.
detailsThe Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.
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Price
34,800 - 42,200 £
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
183 - 188 g/km
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
8
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
877 - 883 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
180 HP
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Power HP
116 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
132 kW
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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Brand
Peugeot
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Brand
VW
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