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Ford Ranger vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or VW Tiguan?

Ford Ranger vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • only slightly more power
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ranger

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,861 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 84 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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 Ford Ranger offers only slightly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers considerably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 297 Nm more.

Ranger

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 terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is substantially lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 806 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries substantially more – 989 kg compared to 544 kg. That’s a difference of about 445 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is decisively ahead 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.

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

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

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.

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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