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Tesla Model Y vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or VW Golf?

Tesla Model Y vs VW Golf: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Model Y

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Golf is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,082 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 514 km more than the VW Golf.

Golf

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 Y offers noticeably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is visibly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 69 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers visibly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Model Y

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.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is substantially lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 646 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more boot space – 822 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 901 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries marginally more – 508 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Reviews Tesla Model Y

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Franz
15 Sept 2025, 11:46:15

The Model Y has the perfect range for me!!!

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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VW Golf

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
822 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
Payload
435 - 472 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
201 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Tesla
Brand
VW
Is the Tesla Model Y offered with different drivetrains?

The Tesla Model Y is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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