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VW Golf vs Abarth 600 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Abarth 600?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Golf has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Abarth 600 costs 38600 £. That’s a price difference of around 13367 £.

As for range, the Abarth 600 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 344 km, about 201 km more than the VW Golf.

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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 has a somewhat edge – offering 333 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Abarth 600 takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Abarth 600 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls somewhat stronger with 420 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf is distinct lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1700 kg. The difference is around 393 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers slight more room – 381 L compared to 360 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1237 L, which is about 6 L more than the Abarth 600.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf significantly takes the win – 508 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 283 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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VW Golf

Der VW Golf überzeugt seit Jahrzehnten durch seine Vielseitigkeit und seine ausgewogene Mischung aus Komfort und Dynamik. Mit seinem zeitlosen Design und der hochwertigen Verarbeitung ist er ein treuer Begleiter im Alltag. Besonders beliebt ist der Golf wegen seiner innovativen Technologie und der großen Auswahl an Varianten, die für jeden Bedarf das passende Modell bietet.

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Abarth 600

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The sleek and stylish 600 has captured the hearts of both casual drivers and automotive enthusiasts alike. With its retro charm and modern features, this model seamlessly blends classic design with contemporary performance. Whether navigating city streets or embarking on a weekend adventure, the 600 offers a driving experience that is both fun and memorable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 51600 £
Price
38600 - 42000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
344 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
6 - 186 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1307 - 1668 kg
Curb weight
1700 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
360 L
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Length
4187 mm
Width
1789 mm
Width
1779 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Height
1557 mm
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Max trunk capacity
1231 L
Payload
431 - 508 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
240 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
174 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, F, G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
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