Compare performance (288 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Tiguan?
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.
Hyundai Tucson has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12403 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Tiguan performs decisively better – achieving up to 126 km, about 56 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson has a barely noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs slightly better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls minimal stronger with 400 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is barely noticeable lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers hardly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 149 L more than the VW Tiguan.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson minimal takes the win – 545 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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.
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.