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Suzuki S-Cross vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (110 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki S-Cross or VW Tiguan?

Suzuki S-Cross vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly 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

S-Cross

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.

Suzuki S-Cross is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,816 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki S-Cross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

S-Cross

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, Suzuki S-Cross is noticeably lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers markedly more boot space – 652 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries markedly more – 544 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is decisively ahead 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 S-Cross

The Suzuki S-Cross is a practical, well-built compact crossover that puts comfort, efficiency and everyday reliability first. With a roomy cabin, straightforward technology and sensible design, it’s a no-nonsense choice for buyers seeking a versatile family car.

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Miroljub
6 Nov 2025, 11:17:36

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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
21,800 - 34,200 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 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
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co2
119 - 138 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,280 - 1,385 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,785 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 405 kg
Payload
460 - 544 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, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
235 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Suzuki S-Cross?

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

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