Head to head
Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB vs Volkswagen Golf
The Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB is a 8-seat long-wheelbase mpv. The Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 8 | 5 |
| Engines | - | 1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid |
| 0-60mph | - | 9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid) |
| Boot volume | - | 273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down) |
| Length | - | 4,284mm |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the V-Class Extra LWB if...
An extra-long-wheelbase version of the V-Class MPV, used by prestige hire firms for group airport transfers and family or corporate travel needing more than the usual 5-7 seats.
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- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
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 Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB and the Volkswagen Golf?
The Mercedes-Benz V-Class Extra LWB is a 8-seat long-wheelbase MPV; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
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