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VW Tiguan vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 29,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Subaru Crosstrek?

VW Tiguan vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • barely lighter
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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.

Subaru Crosstrek is a bit cheaper – starting at 29,800 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,758 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 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 Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is barely lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 4 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more boot space – 652 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 337 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries barely more – 544 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall 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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The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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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.

Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
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Length
4,495 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
1,600 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
460 - 544 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
VW
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

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

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