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Suzuki Vitara vs VW ID.Polo comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 211 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Vitara or VW ID.Polo?

Suzuki Vitara vs VW ID.Polo: Key differences

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably lighter
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VW ID.Polo

  • a bit cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vitara

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.

VW ID.Polo is a bit cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,147 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.Polo is moderately more efficient: consuming 13.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Suzuki Vitara. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.Polo offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 454 km, about 28 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

ID.Polo

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 ID.Polo offers slightly more power – delivering 211 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.Polo is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers marginally more torque with 307 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm more.

Vitara

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is noticeably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,568 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.Polo offers a bit more boot space – 441 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.Polo carries barely more – 444 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.Polo comes out clearly ahead 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 £21,400
ID.Polo

VW ID.Polo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 211 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 442 - 454 km
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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

VW ID.Polo

The VW ID.Polo brings classic Polo sensibility to the EV age with a calm, refined ride, an unusually large boot, and refreshingly simple controls with real buttons. It favors easygoing efficiency and family-friendly practicality over playful handling or high-speed autobahn pace, and the smaller-battery versions ask for a bit more planning on long trips.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Price
21,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.3 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Electric Range
442 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,568 - 1,576 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Width
1,816 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 425 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Power HP
116 - 211 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Power kW
85 - 155 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW
Is the Suzuki Vitara offered with different drivetrains?

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

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