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Vauxhall Astra vs VW ID.Polo
At a glance
In this comparison, Vauxhall Astra stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.Polo leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.Polo if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.5p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.Polo leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Vauxhall
6.3
VW
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Vauxhall
4.8
VW
5.1
Too close to call
FamilyVW
Vauxhall
6.3
VW
8.3
Charging
Vauxhall
6.4
VW
6.3
Too close to call
Cost Per MileVW
Vauxhall
5.8
VW
9.8
City DrivingVW
Vauxhall
7
VW
7.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £23,945 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Boot space | 352 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.3 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Vauxhall Astra
VW ID.Polo
Length
Vauxhall Astra4,374mm
VW ID.Polo4,053mm-321mm
Width
Vauxhall Astra1,860mm
VW ID.Polo1,816mm-44mm
Height
Vauxhall Astra1,441mm-89mm
VW ID.Polo1,530mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,374 mm | 4,053 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,860 mm | 1,816 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,062 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,441 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 540 mm spare | 584 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 352 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1268 L (better) | 1240 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Vauxhall Astra
- 281 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,374 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
VW ID.Polo
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Vauxhall Astra Griffin |  VW ID.Polo Life 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.37m | 4.05m-321mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.82m-44mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.44m | 1.53m+89mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.59m-83mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 352L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1268L (better) | 1240L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,658kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 37kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 204 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £23,945 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £28,495 (-£1,500) | £23,945 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 191 miles (better) | 170 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 150 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 55.4 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.3 sec | Not available |
| Power | 115 kW (better) | 85 kW |
| Torque | 270 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Vauxhall Astra
Griffin
VW ID.Polo
Life 116PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Astra Griffin
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist66%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Vauxhall AstraGriffin | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Vauxhall Astra
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VW ID.Polo
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Vauxhall Astra worth the extra £6,050 over the VW ID.Polo?
The Vauxhall Astra costs £6,050 more than the VW ID.Polo. For that premium it adds 76 miles more WLTP range and 30 kW more power. The VW ID.Polo is not just cheaper - it also offers 89 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Polo comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Vauxhall Astra or the VW ID.Polo?
The VW ID.Polo is £6,050 cheaper to buy. The VW ID.Polo is cheaper to charge, roughly £120 a year versus £168 for the Vauxhall Astra, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.Polo comes out roughly £6,290 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Vauxhall Astra and VW ID.Polo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 191 miles for the Vauxhall Astra and 170 miles for the VW ID.Polo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Vauxhall Astra goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Vauxhall Astra or the VW ID.Polo?
The VW ID.Polo is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 44 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Astra. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 584 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Polo and about 540 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Astra. The Vauxhall Astra also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .