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Subaru Outback vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or VW Tiguan?

Subaru Outback vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

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

Outback

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,442 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm more.

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 Tiguan is very slightly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers moderately more boot space – 652 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries only slightly more – 557 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 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
Subaru Outback
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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VW Tiguan

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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Subaru Outback
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
193 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
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