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BMW X2 vs VW Tiguan – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: BMW X2 meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Tiguan has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the BMW X2 costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW X2 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X2 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X2 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X2 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is barely noticeable lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1645 kg. The difference is around 46 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers somewhat more room – 652 L compared to 560 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs slightly better – up to 1650 L, which is about 180 L more than the BMW X2.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan slight takes the win – 533 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,800
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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 58900 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1645 - 1780 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4554 - 4567 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1575 - 1590 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1400 - 1470 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
207 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the BMW X2?

The BMW X2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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