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Jeanneau Prestige 42S vs Volkswagen Golf

The Jeanneau Prestige 42S is 8.72m (28.5ft) longer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Jeanneau Prestige 42SVolkswagen Golf
Length13m4,284mm
EnginesTwin Volvo Penta D6-370 IPS500, 370hp each1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid
Cabins2 cabins, 2 bathrooms-
0-60mph-9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid)
Seats-5
Boot volume-273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down)

Sources: Jeanneau Prestige 42S, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Prestige 42S if...

  • you want one that is 8.72m (28.5ft) longer

A motor yacht for coastal and Mediterranean cruising, bought by private owners wanting overnight accommodation for a small family or two couples rather than a day boat.

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Buy or hire the Golf if...

A well-known compact hatchback bought and hired as an everyday, easy-to-drive family car. The range of petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines lets a hire fleet offer a cheap-to-run option without stepping down to a smaller car.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Jeanneau Prestige 42S and the Volkswagen Golf?

The Jeanneau Prestige 42S is 8.72m (28.5ft) longer. The Jeanneau Prestige 42S is a motor yacht; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.

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