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Audi Q7 vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (507 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (70600 £ vs 33600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or VW Tiguan?

Audi Q7 vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Audi Q7

  • convincingly more power
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • decisively cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly perceptible more electric range
  • evident lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Tiguan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33600 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37050 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 3.80 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 126 km, about 44 km more than the Audi Q7.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q7 has a convincingly edge – offering 507 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 235 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q7 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm difference.

Q7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi Q7 offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is evident lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers clearly perceptible more room – 887 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 clearly perceptible takes the win – 885 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 352 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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VW Tiguan

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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Reviews Audi Q7

Reviews VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

Audi Q7
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
70600 - 100600 £
Price
33600 - 54600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1879 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4539 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
-
Height
1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1486 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.