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VW Golf vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?

VW Golf vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque: Key differences

VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

2.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Golf

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Golf is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,004 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque with 3.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Golf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 76 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

Range Rover Evoque

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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Golf

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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is markedly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,792 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offers moderately more boot space – 472 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque carries slightly more – 600 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is far ahead 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
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The Range Rover Evoque turns heads with a compact, sculpted silhouette and an interior that feels more boutique hotel than utility vehicle. It delivers composed, playful handling around town while keeping enough ruggedness for weekend escapes — perfect for buyers who want luxury without the ostentation.

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VW Golf
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Price
43,300 - 64,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.7 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
co2
85 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Curb weight
1,792 - 2,157 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
503 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Land Rover
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