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SEAT Ibiza vs VW Golf Variant - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (16100 £ vs 26100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or VW Golf Variant?

SEAT Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16100 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 9998 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza 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 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 Variant has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SEAT Ibiza tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls significantly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is clearly perceptible lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers decisively more room – 611 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs distinct better – up to 1642 L, which is about 477 L more than the SEAT Ibiza.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant barely noticeable takes the win – 547 kg compared to 522 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf Variant proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
16100 - 28000 £
Price
26100 - 48700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
117 - 128 g/km
co2
114 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4059 mm
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Width
1780 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1447 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
489 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual 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
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
172 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
Brand
SEAT
Brand
VW

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Is the SEAT Ibiza offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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