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Tesla Model S vs VW Grand California comparison

Compare performance (1,020 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (94,300 £ vs 70,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or VW Grand California?

Tesla Model S vs VW Grand California: Key differences

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Grand California

  • noticeably cheaper
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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

Model S

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.

VW Grand California is noticeably cheaper – starting at 70,200 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,041 £.

Grand California

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 Tesla Model S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 857 HP more horsepower.

Model S

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model S offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model S is considerably lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 960 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 799 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Grand California carries barely more – 448 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S is far ahead overall 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 £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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4.7 (1 Reviews)
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jp Breugem
16 Dec 2025, 09:38:32

Reliable — now with nearly 400,000 km on the Model S, I’ve experienced few to no problems. Still using free Supercharging, it delivers a dependable, luxurious driving experience. Average consumption about 16 kWh/100 km.

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VW Grand California

Costs and Consumption
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Trunk capacity
799 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,021 mm
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 442 kg
Payload
146 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Tesla
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Tesla Model S have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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