Compare performance (325 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 125,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Land Rover Range Rover?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Golf is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover costs 125,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 96,947 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover with 2.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Golf offers slightly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 27 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Range Rover offers significantly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VW Golf takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Range Rover offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Golf is considerably lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 2,504 kg. The difference is around 1,197 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover offers clearly more boot space – 818 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 437 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover carries visibly more – 846 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 338 kg.
The VW Golf holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Range Rover wraps unabashed luxury and genuine off-road capability into a silhouette that still manages to look effortlessly elegant whether parked outside a city hotel or splashing through a muddy trail. Inside, it’s a cocoon of soft leathers, refined materials and serene ride quality that makes long journeys feel like private-jet comfort — ideal for buyers who want a plush cruiser that can also go where lesser SUVs won’t.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Price
125,200 - 275,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 11.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Electric Range
115 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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co2
62 - 267 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Curb weight
2,504 - 2,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Trunk capacity
212 - 818 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,789 mm
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Width
2,047 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Payload
645 - 846 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 325 HP
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Power HP
300 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Torque
550 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
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Power kW
221 - 405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Land Rover
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