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Toyota C-HR vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or VW Golf Variant?

Toyota C-HR vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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VW Golf Variant

  • only slightly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly 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

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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 Golf Variant is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 287 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

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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 Toyota C-HR offers only slightly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is somewhat lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers clearly more boot space – 611 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries noticeably more – 547 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 122 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is decisively 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.

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C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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4.9 (6 Reviews)
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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

Rav is for wimps.

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Sam baba
25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
66 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
52 - 116 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,832 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota C-HR have?

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

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