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Suzuki Vitara vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Vitara or VW Touareg?

Suzuki Vitara vs VW Touareg: Key differences

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (12 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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VW Touareg

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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.

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

Vitara

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Vitara is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,736 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touareg uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Suzuki Vitara offers significantly more range – reaching up to 426 km, about 377 km more than the VW Touareg.

Touareg

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 Touareg offers significantly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 393 Nm more.

Vitara

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 Vitara is substantially lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 804 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers significantly more boot space – 810 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 435 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries substantially more – 751 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 326 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara has only a minor advantage 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Suzuki Vitara
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Suzuki Vitara
VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 425 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW
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