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SsangYong Torres vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or VW Tiguan?

SsangYong Torres vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Tiguan is very slightly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 270 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers substantially more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 336 km more than the VW Tiguan.

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm more.

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, SsangYong Torres is only slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers marginally more boot space – 703 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries barely more – 552 kg compared to 544 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead 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
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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Reviews SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
552 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, 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
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the SsangYong Torres have?

The SsangYong Torres is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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