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VW Tiguan vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Toyota C-HR?

VW Tiguan vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Toyota C-HR

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • marginally 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.

Toyota C-HR is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,444 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers substantially more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 60 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

C-HR

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 a bit more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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, Toyota C-HR is marginally lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeably more boot space – 652 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries markedly more – 533 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan stands well ahead of its rival 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.

Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
52 - 116 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
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

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

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

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