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Toyota Yaris Cross vs VW Golf Variant comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (23,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Yaris Cross or VW Golf Variant?

Toyota Yaris Cross vs VW Golf Variant: Key differences

Toyota Yaris Cross

4.2 (15 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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VW Golf Variant

  • markedly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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

Yaris Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Yaris Cross is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,156 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Toyota Yaris Cross with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Golf Variant

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 VW Golf Variant offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Yaris Cross

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is slightly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeably more boot space – 611 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries marginally more – 547 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant is clearly superior 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 £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 L/100km
Toyota Yaris Cross
VW Golf Variant

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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VW Golf Variant

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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Toyota Yaris Cross
VW Golf Variant

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
101 - 108 g/km
co2
114 - 159 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Trunk capacity
611 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,765 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 510 kg
Payload
509 - 547 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full 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
116 - 130 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
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