Compare performance (131 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or VW Tiguan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Honda HR-V is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,836 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4 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 VW Tiguan offers considerably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 147 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, Honda HR-V is moderately lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more boot space – 652 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 333 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries markedly more – 533 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
The VW Tiguan stands well ahead of its rival 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 Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
|
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
|
|
co2
122 g/km
|
co2
32 - 190 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1,452 kg
|
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
319 L
|
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
4,539 mm
|
|
Width
-
|
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
1,658 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
|
|
Payload
418 kg
|
Payload
460 - 533 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
CVT
|
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
131 HP
|
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
|
|
Torque
253 Nm
|
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
96 kW
|
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2,025
|
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
|
|
Brand
Honda
|
Brand
VW
|