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SsangYong Tivoli vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Tivoli or VW Golf?

SsangYong Tivoli vs VW Golf: Key differences

SsangYong Tivoli

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tivoli

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Tivoli is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,861 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Golf

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Tivoli

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, VW Golf is very slightly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,375 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers significantly more boot space – 720 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 339 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries slightly more – 508 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is clearly superior 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.

from £28,300
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VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
161 - 191 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Length
-
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 455 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the SsangYong Tivoli?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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