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Mercedes B Class vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (238 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (33100 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or VW Tiguan?
B Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes B Class has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 171 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – achieving up to 126 km, about 43 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
Tiguan
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 slightly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
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B Class
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, Mercedes B Class is a bit lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 194 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeable more room – 652 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1650 L, which is about 110 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class minimal takes the win – 550 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Mercedes B Class
VW Tiguan
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VW Tiguan
Mercedes B Class
5 (4 Reviews)
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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VW Tiguan
4 (6 Reviews)
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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Mercedes B Class
VW Tiguan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 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
83 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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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
1405 - 1745 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4419 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?
The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.