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VW Polo vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo reaches a peak output of 207 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the VW Polo use?

On average, the VW Polo consumes 5.10 L.

Q: What are the dimensions of the VW Polo?

The VW Polo measures 4074 mm long, 1751 mm wide and 1451 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the VW Tiguan have?

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

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Tiguan?

Up to 272 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the VW Tiguan according to the manufacturer?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.40 L.

Q: How far can the VW Tiguan go on a full charge?

The WLTP range is up to 126 km.

Q: How many kWh does the VW Tiguan’s battery hold?

The battery offers a capacity of 19.70 kWh.

Q: What are the VW Tiguan’s length, width and height?

Overall, the VW Tiguan is 4539 mm long, 1859 mm wide and 1656 mm high.

Compare performance (207 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (17000 £ vs 32800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or VW Tiguan?

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VW Polo

VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)

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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 Polo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 15784 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

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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 distinct edge – offering 272 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs minimal better – reaching 242 km/h, while the VW Polo tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls to a small extent stronger with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, VW Polo is evident lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more room – 652 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs evident better – up to 1650 L, which is about 525 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan slightly takes the win – 533 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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VW Tiguan

Price : 32800 - 51900 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch 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
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.9 - 10.6 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 198 - 242 km/h
Torque : 220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Tiguan
Modell : Tiguan 2.0 TSI OPF, Tiguan 1.5 eTSI OPF, Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR, Tiguan 1.5 eHybrid OPF
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, D, E, F, B
Trim Level : R-Line 4MOTION DSG, DSG, Life DSG, ENERGY DSG, Elegance DSG, R-Line DSG, Life 4MOTION DSG, ENERGY 4MOTION DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG
Power kW : 96 - 200 kW
co2 : 32 - 190 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1984 cm3
Curb weight : 1599 - 1890 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 45 - 58 L
Trunk capacity : 490 - 652 L
Length : 4539 mm
Width : 1842 - 1859 mm
Height : 1656 - 1658 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 1486 - 1650 L
Payload : 460 - 533 kg

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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VW Tiguan

3.7 (4 Reviews)

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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Costs and Consumption
Price 17000 - 30400 £	Price 32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L	Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range 118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 116 - 148 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 1143 - 1378 kg	Curb weight 1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity 351 L	Trunk capacity 490 - 652 L
Length 4074 mm	Length 4539 mm
Width 1751 mm	Width 1842 - 1859 mm
Height 1431 - 1451 mm	Height 1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity 1125 L	Max trunk capacity 1486 - 1650 L
Payload 432 - 457 kg	Payload 460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 80 - 207 HP	Power HP 130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.5 - 15.6 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed 171 - 240 km/h	Max Speed 198 - 242 km/h
Torque 93 - 320 Nm	Torque 220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 59 - 152 kW	Power kW 96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1984 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year 2024 - 2025	Model Year 2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E	CO2 Efficiency Class G, D, E, F, B
Brand VW	Brand VW

VW Polo vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

VW Polo

VW Tiguan

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