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Suzuki Across vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Across or VW Golf Variant?

Suzuki Across vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Suzuki Across

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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Golf Variant

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Across

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf Variant is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Suzuki Across costs 49,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,030 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Across uses 1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

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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 Suzuki Across offers visibly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Across is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Across

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is significantly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 709 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers a bit more boot space – 611 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries clearly more – 547 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Across holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Suzuki Across

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 75 km
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The Suzuki Across is Suzuki's take on a roomy, efficient plug-in SUV handed down from its Toyota cousin, marrying sensible practicality with a polished, grown-up driving character. It won't thrill those chasing sporty drama, but for buyers who value measured refinement, low running costs and lots of usable space, it's an unexpectedly accomplished and subtly premium package.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49,900 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
22 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
4,635 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,690 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
306 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
225 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW
Is the Suzuki Across offered with different drivetrains?

The Suzuki Across is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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