Toyota RAV4 Vs VW Tiguan Comparison

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This is the new Toyota RAV4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan comparison for 2019. The RAV4 is a very good package of safety and technology compared to the competition in the class. In comparison the Tiguan is not. The fatal flaw in the VW Tiguan is price for features and we don’t think that will change in this comparison or will it?

Toyota RAV4 vs VW Tiguan exterior design : Both are arch rivals in terms of marketing and positioning. As a result both follow that same brand design philosophy. Conservative looks with a more aggressive front end and next to no use of chrome. While the RAV4 is more up to date in terms of styling the Tiguan hasn’t moved far from the last model instead adding more chrome to the front end in the attempt to give them a lift. Unfortunately Tiguan’s makes them look older than it should.

Toyota RAV4 vs VW Tiguan interior: The Tiguan has a conventional and classic T-Bar design. Materials used throughout the cabin are very good too but no different to the RAV4 both just have different designs. The metal like trim in the Tiguan are there to give it a more upmarket look than the silver highlights in the RAV4. The Tiguan interior feels like a quality place to be in as it feels arguably more solid than the RAV4 but it is very 90’s in ambience. However to get the Tiguan’s nicer seats and bigger screens as seen in the brochure means you need to hit the option packages. There is now a 7 seat version of the Tiguan that was introduced this year. In comparison the RAV4 has a good interior regardless of model, it’s not flashy either but feeling more modern and very 2019.

Toyota RAV4 vs VW Tiguan engines and technology: The Tiguan has changed the equipment package since release, including more equipment like auto emergency brakes as standard. However you need to hit the optional packages to get the look and features as the brochure. The engine situation in 2019 has seen the addition of a smaller and less powerful entry 1.4 petrol but still  the same turbo tuning rip off with the 2.0 litre turbo. The DSG auto gearbox is still a reliability mystery likewise the durability of the turbo in the Tiguan. Simply put the RAV4 has more advanced engine, drive train and safety systems than the Tiguan as standard. It may not be faster but it is much more fuel efficient can run on basic 91 Octane unleaded.

The conclusion and winner of the Toyota RAV4 vs VW Tiguan comparison is simple, the RAV4: The Tiguan’s turbo tuning trickery engine variants is a not a good idea and it is a rip off – pure and simple. While the Tiguan’s price has dropped there are still options to pick before you get what you see in the brochure. Honestly is required if you’re paying this sort of money. You have to ask yourself before buying a Tiguan whether the flashy digital dash is worth an extra $2000 odd dollars and always using the more expensive premium unleaded petrol if your sort of MO. In comparison the RAV4 is great value especially if you get the Hybrid version and IF you can get one because they are on back order.

Toyota RAV4	Volkswagen Tiguan
Engines
4 Cylinder Petrol 2 Litre (1987cc) 91 Octane DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 127Kw @ 6600RPM Claimed 203Nm @ 4400RPM	IL 4 Cylinder Petrol – 95 Octane DOHC EFI VVT 1.4 Litre (1395cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 250Nm @ 1500RPM
4 Cylinder Petrol 2.5 Litre (2487cc) DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 152Kw @ 6600RPM Claimed 243Nm @ 4000RPM	IL4 Cylinder – Petrol (95 Octane) DOHC DI IC Turbo 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 132Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1500RPM
4 Cylinder Petrol Hybrid 2.5 Litre (2487cc) DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 163Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 221Nm @ 3600RPM	IL4 Cylinder – Petrol (95 Octane) DOHC EFI VTEC 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 162Kw @4500RPM Claimed 350 Nm @ 1500RPM
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 1515Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg *Dependimg on engine type	Kerb weight FROM 1499 Kg Towing capacity up to 1800kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 55 litres IL4 2.0 litre Petrol 6.8 litres per 100km IL4 2.5 litre Petrol 7.3 litres per 100km IL4 2.5 litre Hybrid 4.8 litres per 100km	Up to 60 litres 110TSI Turbo Petrol: 7.1 litres per 100km 132TSI Turbo Petrol: 7.5 litres per 100km 162TSI Turbo Petrol: 8.1 litres per 100km
Other specifications
6 speed Auto/manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1685/1865 Overall length/wheelbase 4615/2690 4WD system: 2WD or AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5	7 Speed DSG Auto Overall height/width 1685/1839 Overall length/wheelbase 4486/2681 Drive system: FWD or On Demand AWD NCAP safety rating 5/5
Capability
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 188mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max	Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxx mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max
Performance
	110TSI  0-100km 9.4 seconds 132TSI  0-100km 7.7 seconds 162TSI  0-100km 6.5 seconds
Pricing
2020 FROM $30,640 – 47,140 AUD	2019 FROM $43,150 – $51,650 AUD 2017 $30,690 – $44,290 AUD
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!