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VW Tiguan vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Nissan Qashqai?

VW Tiguan vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly 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:

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.

Nissan Qashqai is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,973 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Qashqai

Engine and Performance:

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is very slightly faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers a bit more torque with 400 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 70 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, Nissan Qashqai is slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more boot space – 652 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 39 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries barely more – 533 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 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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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.

Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

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

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

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