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VW Tiguan vs MG MGS9 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or MG MGS9?

VW Tiguan vs MG MGS9: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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MG MGS9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is a bit cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the MG MGS9 costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,984 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the MG MGS9 with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers markedly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 26 km more than the MG MGS9.

MGS9

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 MG MGS9 offers barely more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the MG MGS9 takes 9.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Tiguan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: MG MGS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is visibly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,160 kg. The difference is around 561 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG MGS9 carries only slightly more – 557 kg compared to 556 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 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.

from £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 126 km
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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

MG MGS9

The MG MGS9 presents itself as a stylish, value-focused flagship SUV with a roomy, well-equipped cabin and contemporary infotainment. It balances a comfortable ride with engaging handling, making it a compelling choice for buyers seeking a feature-rich alternative to established rivals.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
38,600 - 41,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
100 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
54 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
2,160 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
332 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,967 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
499 - 556 kg
Payload
557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
220 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
VW
Brand
MG
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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