Compare performance (333 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Skoda Elroq?
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 somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Skoda Elroq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3862 £.
As for electric range, the Skoda Elroq performs convincingly better – achieving up to 573 km, about 430 km more than the VW Golf.
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 Skoda Elroq has a minimal edge – offering 340 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Skoda Elroq takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Skoda Elroq tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Elroq pulls noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 646 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Skoda Elroq offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Elroq performs distinct better – up to 1580 L, which is about 343 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, Skoda Elroq minimal takes the win – 531 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
The Skoda Elroq sits well ahead of its rival 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 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.
detailsThe Skoda Elroq is a cleverly packaged family SUV that mixes roomy practicality with sharp, modern looks, making it an easy pick for buyers who prefer common sense over flash. On the road it's composed and user-friendly, with thoughtful interior details that turn everyday driving into something pleasantly efficient — a sensible companion with a wink.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Price
29100 - 45500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 16.5 kWh
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Electric Range
377 - 573 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Curb weight
1953 - 2268 kg
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Length
4488 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Width
1884 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Height
1608 - 1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Max trunk capacity
1580 L
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Payload
470 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Skoda
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The VW Golf is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.