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VW Golf vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (333 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (25,200 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Tesla Model S?

VW Golf vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

VW Golf

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Tesla Model S

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Golf is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,082 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 601 km more than the VW Golf.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers significantly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 687 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.6 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is slightly faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the VW Golf tops out at 270 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

Golf

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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers considerably more boot space – 799 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 418 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,828 L, about 591 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries moderately more – 508 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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.

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Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Reliable — now with nearly 400,000 km on the Model S, I’ve experienced few to no problems. Still using free Supercharging, it delivers a dependable, luxurious driving experience. Average consumption about 16 kWh/100 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
Is the VW Golf offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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