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Honda HR-V vs VW Tiguan comparison

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?

Honda HR-V vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Honda HR-V

4.2 (14 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • moderately lighter
Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

HR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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 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.

HR-V

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £33,600
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
Honda HR-V
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Honda HR-V

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.

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VW Tiguan

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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Honda HR-V
VW Tiguan

Costs 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
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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
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