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Toyota Prius vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (223 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (39400 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or VW Tiguan?

Toyota Prius

VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tiguan has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32800 £, while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6635 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.40 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – achieving up to 126 km, about 40 km more than the Toyota Prius.

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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 has a a bit edge – offering 272 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs noticeable better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is hardly perceptible lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers convincingly more room – 652 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 368 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan clearly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Prius proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Prius is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £39,400
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Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Toyota Prius
VW Tiguan

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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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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Toyota Prius
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
39400 - 45800 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 1630 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4599 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1782 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
Is the Toyota Prius offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.