Compare performance (281 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or VW Taigo?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
VW Taigo is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,519 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
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 Ford Ranger offers clearly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Taigo is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers clearly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 447 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is considerably lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 1,176 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 532 kg.
The Ford Ranger is clearly superior overall 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.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
detailsThe VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
42 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
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co2
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
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Width
1,757 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
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Payload
448 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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