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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or VW Tiguan?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly 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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Tiguan is somewhat cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,907 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 444 km more than the VW Tiguan.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 378 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is markedly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 356 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers markedly more boot space – 652 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,580 L, about 94 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries only slightly more – 533 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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