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Ford Tourneo Custom vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (286 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Custom or VW Tiguan?

Ford Tourneo Custom

VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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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 noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Ford Tourneo Custom costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 12962 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Tourneo Custom with 4.10 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Ford Tourneo Custom performs convincingly better – achieving up to 307 km, about 181 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 Tourneo Custom has a minimal edge – offering 286 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Custom tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 92 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Tourneo Custom pulls slight stronger with 415 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Tourneo Custom offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is significantly lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2453 kg. The difference is around 854 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Tourneo Custom offers evident more room – 819 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs to a small extent better – up to 1650 L, which is about 296 L more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.

When it comes to payload, Ford Tourneo Custom evident takes the win – 847 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 314 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Tourneo Custom proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Tourneo Custom is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £45,700
Tourneo Custom @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Tourneo Custom

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 25.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 49 - 307 km
Ford Tourneo Custom
VW Tiguan

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Ford Tourneo Custom

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.

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VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 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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Ford Tourneo Custom
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Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 67800 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 25.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
49 - 307 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 226 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2453 - 2707 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1045 - 1354 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
620 - 847 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
360 - 415 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Ford Tourneo Custom have?

The Ford Tourneo Custom is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.