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VW Golf vs Fiat Grande Panda - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (333 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 16300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Fiat Grande Panda?

VW Golf

Fiat Grande Panda

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

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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.

Fiat Grande Panda has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8918 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Fiat Grande Panda with 5.10 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Fiat Grande Panda performs decisively better – achieving up to 320 km, about 177 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 significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Fiat Grande Panda takes 11.20 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs convincingly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Fiat Grande Panda tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls decisively stronger with 420 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Fiat Grande Panda is barely noticeable lighter – 1295 kg compared to 1307 kg. The difference is around 12 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Fiat Grande Panda offers hardly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Fiat Grande Panda performs slight better – up to 1366 L, which is about 129 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf somewhat takes the win – 508 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf 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.

from about £25,200
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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
VW Golf
Fiat Grande Panda

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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Fiat Grande Panda

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The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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VW Golf
Fiat Grande Panda

Costs and Consumption

Price
25200 - 47600 £
Price
16300 - 25700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 131 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Curb weight
1295 - 1554 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Length
3999 mm
Width
1789 mm
Width
1763 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Height
1598 mm
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Max trunk capacity
1366 L
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
VW
Brand
Fiat
What drivetrain options does the VW Golf have?

The VW Golf is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.