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VW Tiguan vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 69,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Volvo XC90?

VW Tiguan vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space

Volvo XC90

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,184 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more range – reaching up to 126 km, about 55 km more than the Volvo XC90.

XC90

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 Volvo XC90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is moderately faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC90 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 309 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.

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tiguan is visibly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 481 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,856 L, about 370 L more than the VW Tiguan.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 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
VW Tiguan
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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VW Tiguan
Volvo XC90

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
69,800 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
71 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
79 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,297 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
4,953 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
1,771 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
1,856 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
653 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Volvo
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