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VW Tiguan vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Mitsubishi ASX?

VW Tiguan vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Mitsubishi ASX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,158 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

ASX

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 VW Tiguan offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

Tiguan

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is markedly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 303 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers markedly more boot space – 652 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries moderately more – 533 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is decisively ahead 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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VW Tiguan

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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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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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.

Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
99 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

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

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