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Volvo XC90 vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (69,800 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or VW Tiguan?

Volvo XC90 vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space

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

XC90

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,184 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 55 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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 Volvo XC90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is moderately faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 Nm more.

XC90

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is markedly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 481 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more boot space – 652 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,856 L, about 370 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is far ahead 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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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Borstel
11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

VW Tiguan

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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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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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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VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 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
71 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,953 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Volvo XC90?

The Volvo XC90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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