Compare performance (200 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or VW Tiguan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Austral has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3558 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan has a evident edge – offering 272 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs distinct better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.
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, Renault Austral is minimal lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers somewhat more room – 652 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs barely noticeable better – up to 1761 L, which is about 111 L more than the VW Tiguan.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan a bit takes the win – 533 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The VW Tiguan proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29700 - 37800 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 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
-
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1539 - 1613 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4533 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
464 - 477 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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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
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
158 - 200 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
270 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
116 - 147 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.