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Volkswagen Golf vs Lada VAZ-2109: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data — no editorial review of this pair yet.

Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen · 2012–2021

Golf Mk7

EV version C PI 445

Power
63 kW86 PS
0–100 km/h
11.9 s
Top speed
179 km/h
Kerb mass
1,205 kg

Version spec sheet

Lada VAZ-2109

Lada · 1987–2004

VAZ-2109

Power
47 kW64 PS
0–100 km/h
—
Top speed
—
Kerb mass
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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Golf Mk7 1 VAZ-2109 0

  • Family Golf Mk7 Boot: 380 l vs 270 l
  • Off-road Too close to call Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Hatchback vs Front-wheel drive · Hatchback

In plain words

Volkswagen Golf has more power: 63 kW (86 PS) against 47 kW (64 PS) for Lada VAZ-2109. Volkswagen Golf has the bigger boot: 380 l against 270 l. Volkswagen Golf is the older design (from 1974); Lada VAZ-2109 arrived in 1987. Volkswagen Golf is still in production; Lada VAZ-2109 is not. On the catalog figures, the Volkswagen Golf is the pick for family. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Lada VAZ-2109 yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Golf Mk7VAZ-2109
Boot 380 l13.4 cu ft 270 l9.5 cu ft −110 l −3.9 cu ft −28.9%
Fits a standard garage? YesNo data

Difference vs Golf Mk7 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Full specifications

Volkswagen GolfLada VAZ-2109
General
Version Golf Mk7 · 1.2 TSI · petrol · 63 kW (86 PS) 1.3 · 47 kW (64 PS)
Production years 2012–2021 1987–2004
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Country Germany Soviet Union (USSR)
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 63 kW (86 PS) 84 hp Better 47 kW (64 PS) 63 hp
Power, all versions 37–235 kW (50–320 PS) 50–315 hp 40–53 kW (54–72 PS) 54–71 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 160 Nm 118 lb-ft No data
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 11.9 s No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 179 km/h 111 mph No data
Power per tonne 52 kW/t 64 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,197 cc 1.2 l 1,295 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l
Gearbox 5-speed manual No data
Drive Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,255 mm 167.5 in No data
Width 1,791 mm 70.5 in No data
Height 1,435 mm 56.5 in No data
Wheelbase 2,631 mm 103.6 in No data
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,205 kg 2,657 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 380 l 13.4 cu ft Better 270 l 9.5 cu ft
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. 50 l 13.2 gal US No data
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. 4.9 l/100 km 48.0 mpg US No data
CO₂ 113 g/km No data
Fuel cost per year €1,290/year estimated No data
Range on a full tank 1,020 km 634 mi estimated No data
Safety
Euro NCAP ★★★★★ (2012) No data

Better marks the stronger figure — only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.