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Audi Q7 vs VW Tiguan – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q7 or VW Tiguan fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tiguan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Audi Q7 costs 69300 £. That’s a price difference of around 36557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 126 km, about 42 km more than the Audi Q7.

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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.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q7 performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

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.

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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.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q7 performs noticeable better – up to 2255 L, which is about 605 L more than the VW Tiguan.

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 comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q7 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £69,300
Q7 @ Audi AG

Audi Q7

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 507 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 11.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 84 km

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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Audi Q7
VW Tiguan
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Tiguan @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
69300 - 99000 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
83 - 84 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
28 - 271 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
5072 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1703 - 1735 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1863 - 2255 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 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 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.