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VW Golf Variant vs Bentley Continental Convertible comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 212,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or Bentley Continental Convertible?

VW Golf Variant vs Bentley Continental Convertible: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Golf Variant

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Golf Variant is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 183,381 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Bentley Continental Convertible with 12.1 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

Continental Convertible

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 Bentley Continental Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 345 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Golf Variant

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: VW Golf Variant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is considerably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 969 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers considerably more boot space – 611 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 376 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries a bit more – 547 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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The Bentley Continental GTC is the ultimate cruising companion, wrapping you in hand-stitched leather and hushed luxury while the roof folds away for sun-drenched grand tours. It’s impossibly accomplished — poised and surprisingly playful for its size — delivering an effortless presence that turns every motorway into a first-class runway.

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Bentley Continental Convertible

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
212,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
-
Height
1,399 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 547 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Bentley
What drive types are available for the VW Golf Variant?

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

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