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Mazda CX-80 vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (327 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (49,300 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-80 or VW Tiguan?

Mazda CX-80 vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mazda CX-80

  • somewhat more power

VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • considerably 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

CX-80

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tiguan is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,750 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-80 with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 66 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-80 offers somewhat more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

CX-80

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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is visibly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 532 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 394 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead 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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Reviews Mazda CX-80

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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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Reviews VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 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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Mazda CX-80
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
60 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
91 - 146 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
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
258 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
649 - 650 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-80 have?

The Mazda CX-80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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