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Tesla Roadster vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance ( vs 272 HP), boot space and price (184,300 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Roadster or VW Tiguan?

Tesla Roadster vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Tesla Roadster

  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Tiguan is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 150,707 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers considerably more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 874 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Tiguan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: VW Tiguan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more boot space – 652 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 652 L.

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 accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 9,600 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior 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
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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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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
184,300 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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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
1,000 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
-
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
499 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
402 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
10,000 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Tesla
Brand
VW
Is the Tesla Roadster offered with different drivetrains?

The Tesla Roadster is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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