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Toyota RAV4 vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (306 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or VW Golf?
Toyota RAV4 vs VW Golf: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
RAV4
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,424 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the VW Golf with 1.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Golf offers clearly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 68 km more than the Toyota RAV4.
Golf
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 offers barely more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
RAV4
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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is visibly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 438 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers noticeably more boot space – 580 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf comes out clearly 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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VW Golf
Toyota RAV4
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Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 is a pragmatic, family-friendly SUV that pairs impressively low running costs in hybrid form with a relaxed, motorway-friendly ride and a generous rear seat and boot that make everyday life easy. Its cabin leans toward practicality rather than polish—expect plenty of hard plastics and a tidy infotainment system that’s quick to respond but buries some climate functions in a touchscreen and can nag with drive‑recorder popups, so buyers wanting a premium feel or sporty dynamics should look elsewhere.
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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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Toyota RAV4
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37,700 - 55,700 £
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
22 - 128 g/km
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,282 - 4,292 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,463 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,230 L
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Power HP
116 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
220 - 270 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
VW
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