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Renault Austral vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

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?

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

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.

Austral

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, 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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £33,300
Tiguan

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
Renault Austral
VW Tiguan

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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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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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Renault Austral
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
109 - 148 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include Front-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.