Compare performance (190 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Karoq or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Skoda Karoq is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 909 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers marginally more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
Both models offer the same torque – 360 Nm.
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, Skoda Karoq is barely lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 58 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers somewhat more boot space – 597 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries marginally more – 549 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is far ahead overall 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 Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
128 - 173 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,390 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,841 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,624 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 360 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 140 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Skoda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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