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Nissan Qashqai vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or VW Tiguan?

Nissan Qashqai vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • a bit lighter

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Qashqai is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,973 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

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 VW Tiguan offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is very slightly faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers moderately more torque with 400 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Qashqai

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is a bit lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers visibly more boot space – 652 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 39 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries only slightly more – 533 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 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
Nissan Qashqai
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Nissan Qashqai
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
19.7 kWh
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,425 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
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