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VW Golf vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Toyota C-HR?

VW Golf vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Toyota C-HR

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • a bit 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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 853 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Golf offers significantly more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 77 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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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 VW Golf offers visibly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 102 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 Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

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 a bit lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers a bit more boot space – 447 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries a bit more – 508 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is decisively ahead 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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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
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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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Reviews VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Reviews Toyota C-HR

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

Rav is for wimps.

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Sam baba
25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 173 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Toyota
Is the VW Golf offered with different drivetrains?

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

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