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VW Golf vs Land Rover Range Rover Evoque – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: VW Golf meets Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

VW Golf has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs 43300 £. That’s a price difference of around 18090 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque with 3.70 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Golf performs convincingly better – achieving up to 143 km, about 83 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

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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 has a somewhat edge – offering 333 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 64 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque takes 7.20 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque tops out at 213 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 540 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 120 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, VW Golf is clearly perceptible lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1792 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offers a bit more room – 472 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1237 L, which is about 81 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque to a small extent takes the win – 600 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

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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
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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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Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Price
43300 - 64800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
3.7 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
11.50 kWh
co2
25 - 184 g/km
co2
85 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 67 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
1792 - 2157 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Length
4371 mm
Width
1789 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Height
1649 mm
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Max trunk capacity
1156 L
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
503 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 213 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Land Rover

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What drivetrain options does the VW Golf have?

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

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