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VW Golf Variant vs KGM Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or KGM Tivoli?

VW Golf Variant vs KGM Tivoli: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly more trunk space
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KGM Tivoli

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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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.

KGM Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the VW Golf Variant costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,570 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the KGM Tivoli with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 VW Golf Variant offers noticeably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Golf Variant

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, KGM Tivoli is only slightly lighter – 1,300 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 66 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers visibly more boot space – 611 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries only slightly more – 547 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant stands well ahead of its rival 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
VW Golf Variant
KGM Tivoli

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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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KGM Tivoli

The Tivoli is a compact crossover that blends stylish design with practical packaging, making it comfortable and easy to live with in everyday driving. Its composed ride and intuitive controls suit city runs and weekend trips alike, offering good value for buyers seeking a versatile, no-nonsense small SUV.

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VW Golf Variant
KGM Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
16,300 - 27,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 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
114 - 159 g/km
co2
162 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
1,300 - 1,417 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,810 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
509 - 547 kg
Payload
473 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

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