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VW Polo vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Dacia Bigster?

VW Polo vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Dacia Bigster

4.5 (12 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly 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

Polo

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 Polo is moderately cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Dacia Bigster costs 20,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,304 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Bigster uses 4.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Bigster

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 Polo offers visibly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Dacia Bigster takes 9.7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers visibly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Polo

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 Polo is visibly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,425 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Bigster offers clearly more boot space – 667 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 316 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dacia Bigster carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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.

from £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Reviews VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Dacia Bigster

The Dacia Bigster is a straightforward, value-driven SUV that emphasizes space, practicality and low running costs rather than flashy tech. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a roomy, well-built family car with rugged styling and easy-to-use features at an affordable price.

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4.5 (12 Reviews)
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Christian
18 Jul 2026, 11:21:13

Auto versatile resistente ed economica ma con ottimi dotazioni e prestazioni

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Pat
21 Jun 2026, 12:25:32

More car for your money

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Guus Lausberg
1 Jun 2026, 17:58:14

I've had a Dacia Bigster Journey 155 Full Hybrid for half a year. I had high expectations of this car beforehand and even those have all been exceeded. Truly a wonderful car.

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Timo
13 May 2026, 05:34:56

Sensible and practical car. Drives okay. Low fuel consumption in summer. Good interior and cargo space. Interior feels cheap. Noisy in some situations. Sufficient ground clearance even for poor roads.

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Paul Wolf
23 Apr 2026, 06:45:13

bought it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
444 - 667 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,751 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Dacia
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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