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VW Golf Variant vs Maxus Euniq 5 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or Maxus Euniq 5?

VW Golf Variant vs Maxus Euniq 5: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maxus Euniq 5

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Golf Variant

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 Variant is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,552 £.

Euniq 5

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 Variant offers slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Golf Variant

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.

Seats: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is noticeably lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 444 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers clearly more boot space – 611 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 611 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries very slightly more – 547 kg compared to 541 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 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
VW Golf Variant
Maxus Euniq 5

Costs and Consumption

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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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Maxus Euniq 5

The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.

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VW Golf Variant
Maxus Euniq 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
46,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
360 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
114 - 159 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,825 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
1,800 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 547 kg
Payload
541 kg

Engine and Performance

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

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Maxus
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