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Suzuki S-Cross vs VW Golf – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Suzuki S-Cross or VW Golf fits your lifestyle better.

Suzuki S-Cross

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf

You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Suzuki S-Cross has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £, while the VW Golf costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3433 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Suzuki S-Cross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 4.20 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 has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 223 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Suzuki S-Cross tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Suzuki S-Cross is barely noticeable lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1307 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki S-Cross offers a bit more room – 430 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs slight better – up to 1237 L, which is about 7 L more than the Suzuki S-Cross.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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Suzuki S-Cross

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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The Suzuki S-Cross is a neatly packaged crossover that puts everyday practicality ahead of showy theatrics, offering a comfortable cabin and predictable handling that suit family life and weekend errands alike. It’s not a headline-grabber, but its sensible packaging, low-key charm and reputation for reliability make it a shrewd choice for buyers who prefer smart value over flash.

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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
21800 - 34200 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 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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25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1280 - 1385 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4305 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1785 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1580 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1230 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
395 - 405 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1373 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
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What drive types are available for the Suzuki S-Cross?

The Suzuki S-Cross is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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