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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
21400 - 32000 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
124 - 136 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1267 - 1338 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1784 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
463 - 480 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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Brand
VW
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Brand
VW
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The VW T-Cross is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.