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VW Tiguan vs Land Rover Discovery - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (33300 £ vs 67400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Land Rover Discovery?

VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tiguan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Tiguan has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34071 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.40 L. The difference is about 7 L per 100 km.

Discovery

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery has a evident edge – offering 350 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 78 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.30 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Land Rover Discovery tops out at 209 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery pulls convincingly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.

Tiguan

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is decisively lighter – 1599 kg compared to 2391 kg. The difference is around 792 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers noticeable more room – 986 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 334 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery performs slightly better – up to 2061 L, which is about 411 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery distinct takes the win – 803 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,300
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 Tiguan
Land Rover Discovery

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VW Tiguan

3.8 (5 Reviews)
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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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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VW Tiguan
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

Price
33300 - 51900 £
Price
67400 - 96900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
221 - 224 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Curb weight
2391 - 2442 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4539 mm
Length
4956 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Width
2073 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Height
1846 mm
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1997 - 2061 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Max Speed
194 - 209 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the VW Tiguan have?

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