Is the VW Golf Variant offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Golf Variant is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the VW Golf Variant's engine?

Up to 333 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What is the fuel consumption of the VW Golf Variant according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 4.30 L.

How fast can the VW Golf Variant go?

The VW Golf Variant reaches up to 250 km/h.

How much luggage fits in the VW Golf Variant?

Depending on configuration, up to 611 L fit inside.

What are the dimensions of the VW Golf Variant?

Overall, the VW Golf Variant is 4631 mm long, 1789 mm wide and 1487 mm high.

What drive types are available for the VW T-Cross?

The VW T-Cross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW T-Cross?

Depending on the version, the VW T-Cross delivers up to 150 HP.

What are the consumption figures for the VW T-Cross in liters per 100 km?

On average, the VW T-Cross consumes 5.40 L.

What is the top speed of the VW T-Cross?

Depending on the model, top speed is 200 km/h.

How big is the VW T-Cross overall?

The VW T-Cross measures 4127 mm long, 1784 mm wide and 1573 mm high.

VW Golf Variant vs VW T-Cross - Differences and prices compared

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW T-Cross has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5061 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 333 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs somewhat better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW T-Cross tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

Golf Variant @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, VW T-Cross is hardly perceptible lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeable more room – 611 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs evident better – up to 1642 L, which is about 361 L more than the VW T-Cross.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant somewhat takes the win – 547 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf Variant shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 26100 - 48700 £	Price 21100 - 31500 £
Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 8.2 L	Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 114 - 185 g/km	co2 124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 45 - 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Estate	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1366 - 1621 kg	Curb weight 1267 - 1338 kg
Trunk capacity 611 L	Trunk capacity 455 L
Length 4631 - 4651 mm	Length 4127 mm
Width 1789 mm	Width 1784 mm
Height 1462 - 1487 mm	Height 1573 mm
Max trunk capacity 1624 - 1642 L	Max trunk capacity 1281 L
Payload 489 - 547 kg	Payload 463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel	Engine Type Petrol
Transmission Automatic, Manuel	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 333 HP	Power HP 95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 10.5 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed 202 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 180 - 200 km/h
Torque 220 - 420 Nm	Torque 175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Power kW 85 - 245 kW	Power kW 70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3	Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3