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BMW X4 vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (510 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (51900 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or VW Tiguan?

BMW X4

VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X4

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 33300 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18557 £.

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.

Tiguan

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.

X4

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 in the data check?

The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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.

BMW X4
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

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 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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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

Costs and Consumption

Price
51900 - 93000 £
Price
33300 - 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
-
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
210 - 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 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.