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Vauxhall Frontera vs VW Tiguan – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Vauxhall Frontera meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12300 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs significantly better – achieving up to 408 km, about 282 km more than the VW Tiguan.

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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 145 HP. That’s roughly 127 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 Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 48 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is to a small extent lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 192 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1650 L, which is about 50 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera a bit takes the win – 644 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £32,800
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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

Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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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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VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.