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VW Tiguan vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 87,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Porsche Cayenne?

VW Tiguan vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tiguan is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,422 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers substantially more range – reaching up to 642 km, about 516 km more than the VW Tiguan.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 884 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayenne is noticeably faster – reaching 305 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers substantially more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1,100 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is clearly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 531 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers somewhat more boot space – 781 L compared to 652 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,708 L, about 222 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries noticeably more – 705 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 172 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne 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 £87,000
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a calm, family‑first compact SUV that impresses with cavernous rear room, a versatile boot and sofa‑like seats that make motorway miles feel effortless, while its revamped infotainment is quicker and cleaner than before. It does demand a healthy budget and some compromises — the cabin leans heavily on touch controls for climate and the limited rear child‑seat anchoring and wide mirrors can frustrate buyers who prize simplicity or maximal flexibility.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 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.

Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
87,000 - 186,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.8 kWh
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,720 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
4,930 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,989 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
1,652 - 1,698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
1,344 - 1,708 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 - 3,996 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
G, B, C, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

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

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