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Suzuki Vitara vs VW Polo – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Vitara or VW Polo?

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.

VW Polo has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6570 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Vitara manages with 5 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Polo has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 207 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls evident stronger with 320 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 85 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, VW Polo is minimal lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1255 kg. The difference is around 112 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers hardly perceptible more room – 375 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Polo performs slight better – up to 1125 L, which is about 5 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, VW Polo to a small extent takes the win – 457 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Polo proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Polo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L
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Suzuki Vitara

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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
23600 - 30900 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 - 138 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1255 - 1395 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4185 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1595 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
375 - 400 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 129 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 95 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Suzuki Vitara have?

Available configurations include 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.