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VW Golf vs Bentley Continental Convertible comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 212,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Bentley Continental Convertible?

VW Golf vs Bentley Continental Convertible: Key differences

VW Golf

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Convertible

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

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

Golf

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 183,947 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Bentley Continental Convertible with 12.1 L/100km. The difference is about 11 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 325 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Convertible is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW Golf takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Golf

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is substantially lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 1,028 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers visibly more boot space – 381 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries very slightly more – 508 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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 £28,300
Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
VW Golf
Bentley Continental Convertible

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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Bentley Continental Convertible

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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VW Golf
Bentley Continental Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Price
212,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 173 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 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
438 - 508 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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 - 325 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
85 - 239 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, C, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Bentley
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