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VW Tiguan vs McLaren GT Series - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (272 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (33300 £ vs 175700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or McLaren GT Series?

VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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McLaren GT Series

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

Tiguan

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Tiguan has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 142414 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.90 L. The difference is about 10.50 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 McLaren GT Series has a decisively edge – offering 635 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 363 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the McLaren GT Series performs distinct better – reaching 326 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 84 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: McLaren GT Series pulls evident stronger with 630 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

Tiguan

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.

Seats: VW Tiguan offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, McLaren GT Series is minimal lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers distinct more room – 652 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 232 L.

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 £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
McLaren GT Series

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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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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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VW Tiguan
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
33300 - 51900 £
Price
175700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption L/100km
11.90 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
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
72 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Curb weight
1520 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4539 mm
Length
4683 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Width
2045 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Height
1213 mm
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.20 s
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Max Speed
326 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
3994 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
McLaren
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.