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VW Tiguan vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (272 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or VW Golf?
VW Tiguan vs VW Golf: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
VW Golf is moderately cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,297 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the VW Tiguan with 1.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Golf offers a bit more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 17 km more than the VW Tiguan.
Golf
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 Golf offers a bit more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is noticeably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 215 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers barely more torque with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 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, VW Golf is visibly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers significantly more boot space – 652 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 256 L more than the VW Golf.
When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries only slightly more – 533 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf 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.
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VW Golf
VW Tiguan
VW Golf
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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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VW Golf
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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VW Tiguan
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4,539 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,292 mm
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,658 mm
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Height
1,463 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,230 L
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Power HP
116 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 270 km/h
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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Brand
VW
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Brand
VW
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