Toyota Auris 2013 vs Volkswagen Golf 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 99 HP | 85 HP | |
| Torque: | 128 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Auris engine produces 14 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, but torque is 32 NM less than Volkswagen Golf. Despite the higher power, Toyota Auris reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 4.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.0 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Toyota Auris consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Toyota Auris could require 75 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Toyota Auris consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 920 km in combined cycle | 1020 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 1190 km on highway | ||
| 730 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris, Toyota Verso, Toyota iQ | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Caddy, Skoda Fabia, Audi A1 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Toyota Auris 2013 1.3 engine: The engine is known for its reliability but exhibits several common issues, especially as mileage increases. Owners report minor oil consumption, which tends to grow over time due to piston ring coking. Individual ignition ... More about Toyota Auris 2013 1.3 engine Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 engine: Although the engine has a chain, its lifespan is relatively low. There tends to be increased vibration at idling speed. Problems with the fuel pressure pump may be the first sign of a petrol smell in the oil. ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.28 m | 4.26 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.45 m | |
| Toyota Auris is 2 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 360 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1270 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Toyota Auris has 20 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. This could mean that the Toyota Auris uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Auris is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Toyota Auris can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`735 | 1`720 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volkswagen Golf is better rated in child safety tests. The Volkswagen Golf scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Toyota Auris has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Toyota Auris, so Toyota Auris quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 7200 | 8600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.7/10 | 8.7/10 | |
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