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Mazda CX-5 vs VW Tiguan – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mazda CX-5 or VW Tiguan fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-5 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2785 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 5.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 VW Tiguan has a decisively edge – offering 272 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Tiguan is minimal lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers a bit more room – 652 L compared to 583 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs a bit better – up to 2019 L, which is about 369 L more than the VW Tiguan.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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VW Tiguan

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
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Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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