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Subaru Crosstrek vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or VW Taigo?

Subaru Crosstrek vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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VW Taigo

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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

Crosstrek

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 Taigo is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Taigo uses 5.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Taigo

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 Taigo offers barely more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Taigo is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Taigo delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm more.

Crosstrek

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 terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is clearly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers visibly more boot space – 440 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo stands well ahead of its rival 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 £19,900
Taigo

VW Taigo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Subaru Crosstrek
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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VW Taigo

The VW Taigo blends a coupe-like roofline with crossover practicality, giving it a stylish presence on the road while remaining easy to live with for everyday driving. It delivers a comfortable ride, intuitive tech and smart use of space, making it a good choice if you want SUV looks without the bulk of a larger vehicle.

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Subaru Crosstrek
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
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