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VW Polo vs Mitsubishi Grandis comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Mitsubishi Grandis?

VW Polo vs Mitsubishi Grandis: Key differences

VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

Mitsubishi Grandis

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  • a bit more efficient
  • markedly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mitsubishi Grandis costs 24,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,590 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Grandis uses 4.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Grandis

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Polo offers markedly 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 visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 55 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 somewhat lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers markedly more boot space – 576 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Grandis carries very slightly more – 459 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo is far ahead overall 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
VW Polo
Mitsubishi Grandis

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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VW Polo
Mitsubishi Grandis

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
24,800 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,582 - 1,682 L
Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-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
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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