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BMW X4 vs VW Tiguan – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: BMW X4 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:

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 BMW X4 costs 51900 £. That’s a price difference of around 19072 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L. The difference is about 4.60 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 X4 has a convincingly edge – offering 510 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X4 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: BMW X4 pulls convincingly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is somewhat lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1875 kg. The difference is around 276 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers slightly more room – 652 L compared to 525 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs slightly better – up to 1650 L, which is about 220 L more than the BMW X4.

When it comes to payload, BMW X4 hardly perceptible takes the win – 545 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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

BMW X4

The BMW X4 captures attention with its striking coupe-like design, combining elegance with a sense of adventure. Its interior boasts luxurious materials and cutting-edge technology, ensuring both comfort and connectivity for the driver and passengers. The vehicle delivers an engaging driving experience, with responsive handling that makes it a joy to navigate both urban streets and winding country roads.

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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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BMW X4
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
51900 - 93000 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 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
1875 - 2095 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4751 - 4754 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1918 - 1938 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1620 - 1621 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1430 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the BMW X4?

The BMW X4 is offered with 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.