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This is the new Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen Tiguan comparison for 2024. The Tiguan has always been on the lower rankings for us due to the turbo tuning trickery, high price and other arguable issues. So have things changed and has VW learnt the error of it’s ways and a legitimate competitor to the newest C-RV?
Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen Tiguan exterior comparison: The CR-V could have drawn inspiration from Tiguan for the latest exterior design. How and why it occurred is a mystery. You see, the Tiguan is very boring to look at and relies on plasti-chrome parts to make it look flashier but inherently dates the design. Mind you both ultra conservative designs do have their aspirants who want conservative and anonymous SUV to drive around in. That said we all know the boring design serves as a base for other VW brands to enhance but not the CR-V. Unfortunately we don’t think highly of any of the Tiguan’s derivatives that look any more interesting.
Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen Tiguan interior comparison: All current VW models have taken a hit in terms of lower quality materials used in their interiors. The CRV easily looks and feel more upmarket than the Tiguan interiors unless you pay extra for the Tiguan interior styling packs. While the packs look good they aren’t over $5000 extra to be honest when at this price leather steering wheel and sunroof should be standard features. Overall the Tiguan is nice but it is dated and not quite as nice across the model range as the CR-V.
Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen Tiguan engine and technology comparison: To be completely honest there is nothing new on offer in the two models. The CR-V has the latest hybrid powertrain on offer which is pretty good but not exactly pushing the boundaries in terms of fuel efficiency or technology. The VW has the standard turbo tuning rip-off in terms of engine and model grade spec. The dark cloud of the Tiguan’s long term reliability and lack of fuel efficiency does not make it particularly desirable in 2024. We tested the R-Line version and unfortunately did not leave with a must buy impression.
The conclusion and winner of the new Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen Tiguan comparison is the CR-V. The Honda CR-V wins by being a CR-V. It does everything well, is nice to be in, drive enough power, efficiency and importantly reliability. The Tiguan tries to do the same thing but has a dated interior, poor fuel efficiency as highlights although has nice 0-100kph number but inconsistent in gear times due to turbo and DSG in traffic which makes the drive unsatisfactory.
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| Engines | |
| 4 Cylinder – Petrol DOHC VVT EFI Turbo 1.5 Litre (1498cc) Claimed 140Kw @ 6000 RPM Claimed 240Nm @ 5000RPM |
IL 4 Cylinder Petrol – 95 Octane DOHC EFI VVT 1.4 Litre (1395cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 250Nm @ 1500RPM |
| 4 Cylinder – Petrol – Hybrid 2.0 Litre (1999cc) DOHC VVT EFI Claimed 135Kw @ 6000 RPM (Combined) Claimed 315Nm @ 4500 RPM (Max) |
IL4 Cylinder – Petrol (95 Octane) DOHC DI IC Turbo 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 132Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1500RPM |
| IL4 Cylinder – Petrol (95 Octane) DOHC EFI VTEC 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 162Kw @4500RPM Claimed 350 Nm @ 1500RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1669 Kg Towing capacity up to 1000-1500kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1499 Kg Towing capacity up to 1800kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 57 litres IL4 1.5 Petrol Turbo 7.1 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Petrol Hybrid 5.5 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 | |
| CVT Auto Overall height/width 1681/1866 Overall length/wheelbase 4704/2701 4WD system: FWD or On Demand 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) 198mm Water Fording depth xx mm 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 |
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| Pricing | |
| 2024 $44,700 – 60,400 AUD 2022 $35,600 – 53,600 AUD 2021 $35,300 – $53,200 AUD 2019 $30,990 – $44,290 AUD 2017 $30,690 – $44,290 AUD |
2024 FROM $43,990 – 63,990 AUD 2023 FROM $42,890 – 71,190 AUD 2019 FROM $43,150 – 51,650 AUD 2017 FROM $30,690 – 44,290 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |
| *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! | |