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VW T-Cross vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (21400 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW T-Cross or VW Tiguan?

VW T-Cross

4 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

T-Cross

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 T-Cross has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21400 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11906 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.40 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan has a convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.40 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

T-Cross

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, VW T-Cross is noticeable lighter – 1267 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 332 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan slight takes the win – 533 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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.

VW T-Cross
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

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 T-Cross

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The VW T-Cross turns everyday practicality into a style statement, offering a roomy-feeling cabin, clever storage and playful design that suits town life and family duties alike. On the road it's composed and relaxed, rewarding buyers who want the raised seating and confident presence of an SUV without the weighty compromises.

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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 T-Cross
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
21400 - 32000 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 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
124 - 136 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
-
Length
4539 mm
Width
1784 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
-
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
463 - 480 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
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 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
What drive types are available for the VW T-Cross?

The VW T-Cross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.