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Jeep Avenger vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (22,500 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Avenger or VW Tiguan?

Jeep Avenger vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Jeep Avenger

4.3 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Avenger

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Jeep Avenger is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,500 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,036 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Jeep Avenger with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Avenger offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 274 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 VW Tiguan offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Jeep Avenger takes 9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is only slightly faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Jeep Avenger tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Avenger

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, Jeep Avenger is markedly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more boot space – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 209 L more than the Jeep Avenger.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries barely more – 533 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall 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
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Jeep Avenger

The Jeep Avenger shrinks Jeep's boxy, adventurous styling into a city-friendly electric crossover that looks just as at home on tight streets as it does on muddy weekend lanes. It's a savvy pick for drivers who want go-anywhere attitude without the truck-size ego — practical inside, lively around town and ready to tackle a bit of rough stuff when the mood strikes.

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Reviews Jeep Avenger

4.3 (6 Reviews)
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Alejandro Montes
14 Apr 2026, 16:42:03

It's a tough decision, but definitely the Avenger — more technology and better fuel economy.

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Angelo
1 Mar 2026, 09:36:45

The Jeep Avenger mild hybrid sports an attractive design. The engine and automatic gearbox are very smooth and capable. Driving is intuitive and pleasant with low urban fuel consumption and the ability to cover short low-speed stretches in electric-only mode despite being a mild hybrid.

Negatives: imperfect panel fit, software and graphical interface often unreliable and inconsistent, losing stored display settings. Narrow seat positioning and an interior with limited space relative to the car’s exterior dimensions. Condensation forming in the rear lights despite replacement under warranty.

Overall quality is modest and does not justify the price. Dashboard and door-panel plastics feel cheap and brittle. Overall quality is barely mediocre.

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Mauro
19 Feb 2026, 10:57:10

Jeep is no longer the reliable brand it once was, and the Avenger shows the effects of poor overall quality. Cute, but uncomfortable (narrow seats... you hurt your hand trying to buckle the seatbelt!)

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
22,500 - 36,900 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,520 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
325 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,084 - 4,088 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,776 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,527 - 1,541 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,218 - 1,277 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
494 - 502 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
150 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW
Is the Jeep Avenger offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Avenger is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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