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BMW X5 vs VW Tiguan – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BMW X5 or VW Tiguan?

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 X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 44272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW X5 with 3 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – achieving up to 126 km, about 21 km more than the BMW X5.

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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 X5 has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 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.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X5 pulls significantly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is convincingly lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 641 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers slight more room – 652 L compared to 650 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X5 performs a bit better – up to 1870 L, which is about 220 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 172 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be won narrowly 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 X5

The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.

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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
77100 - 143500 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
105 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
68 - 289 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 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
2240 - 2495 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4935 - 4948 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
2004 - 2015 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1755 - 1765 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
565 - 705 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 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
BMW
Brand
VW
Is the BMW X5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X5 is available as 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.