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Suzuki Swift vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (82 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Swift or VW Golf?

Suzuki Swift

VW Golf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Suzuki Swift has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the VW Golf costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8053 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.40 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf has a clearly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 308 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Suzuki Swift is noticeable lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1307 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers distinct more room – 381 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1237 L, which is about 257 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf convincingly takes the win – 508 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 212 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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 Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 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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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
98 - 110 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
3860 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1735 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
282 - 296 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, CVT
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
82 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
160 - 170 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
112 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1197 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
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The Suzuki Swift is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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