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Suzuki Ignis vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (83 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (15,600 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Ignis or VW Tiguan?

Suzuki Ignis vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter

VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ignis

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Ignis is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,970 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Ignis with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

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 significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 189 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 Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 6.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is clearly faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Suzuki Ignis tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers substantially more torque with 400 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 293 Nm more.

Ignis

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, Suzuki Ignis is substantially lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 664 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more boot space – 652 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 386 L more than the Suzuki Ignis.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries markedly more – 533 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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Reviews Suzuki Ignis

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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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Reviews VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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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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Suzuki Ignis
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
110 - 122 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
3,700 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
335 - 395 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
83 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
107 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,020
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Suzuki Ignis?

The Suzuki Ignis is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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