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Toyota Prius vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (223 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (39400 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or VW Golf?

Toyota Prius

VW Golf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £. That’s a price difference of around 14225 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf with 1.10 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – achieving up to 143 km, about 57 km more than the Toyota Prius.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf has a noticeable edge – offering 333 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.80 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 93 km/h.

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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.

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In curb weight, VW Golf is distinct lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers noticeable more room – 381 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf evident takes the win – 508 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39400 - 45800 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 1630 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4599 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1782 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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