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VW Golf Variant vs VW Tiguan – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: VW Golf Variant meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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 Golf Variant has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6647 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 it comes to engine power, the VW Golf Variant has a a bit edge – offering 333 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls minimal stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf Variant is to a small extent lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 233 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers hardly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 611 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1650 L, which is about 8 L more than the VW Golf Variant.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant barely noticeable takes the win – 547 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £32,800
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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km

VW Golf Variant

The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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VW Tiguan

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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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VW Golf Variant
VW Tiguan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
26100 - 48700 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
114 - 185 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1366 - 1621 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4631 - 4651 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1789 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1462 - 1487 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
489 - 547 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
VW
Is the VW Golf Variant offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Golf Variant is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-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.