Toyota bZ4X vs VW Tiguan – Which car suits you better?

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

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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Toyota bZ4X costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3986 £.

As for range, the Toyota bZ4X performs decisively better – achieving up to 568 km, about 439 km more than the VW 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 Toyota bZ4X has a distinct edge – offering 343 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.10 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Toyota bZ4X tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan pulls a bit stronger with 400 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the VW Tiguan is evident lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1970 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

All in all, the Toyota bZ4X shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.