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Welcome to the new VW Tiguan Vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison for 2017. It has been a long time since we checked out the Outlander so it’s time to revisit the model that was updated in late 2015 to fix the most obvious problem with the design – namely it looked too conservative or outrageous a design depending on your point of view to want to drive or be seen in. The VW Tiguan is a new model and while the general motoring press have been impressed with it we came away disappointed as we live in the real world.
VW Tiguan Vs Mitsubishi Outlander exterior design comparison: The Outlander has been given a update and it looks good but a little normal or conservative but almost unrecognisable from it’s original design. If the original design was released in the 90’s it would have definitely been described as modern. The new design look much like other small SUVs especially the Honda CRV at the front but there is enough difference on the side and rear end for most to recognise it as something different. Overall is nice and modern to look at. The Tiguan design style is based on the template used by every other VW at the moment. It has straight lines and overall conservative box shape, it is mostly ageless after straight edges don’t date as badly as curves. The front end is anonymous and could be mistaken for a older Toyota or the failed 1st Gen BMW X1. Entry level Tiguan look entry level and top range look like mid-range models from any other manufacturer. We know that Germans and some European countries like understated designs but the rest of the world doesn’t. The Outlander is the better looking car so wins this part of the exterior comparison.
VW Tiguan Vs Mitsubishi Outlander interior comparison: The interior of the Outlander looks and feels good probably because the design is conservative but based on 2000’s style design we have grown up with. The quality of the parts are also good and consistent throughout the cabin and put together without any flaws that we could see. The Outlander interior is not a luxurious place to be in but best described as comfortable and fits perfectly in its the price segment. The Tiguan interior is a good place to be in as well but it’s executive office style is no longer consistently made of materials of higher grade than it’s competitors – meaning its a cheaper place to be and for the asking price the Tiguan interior materials is underdone or rather a big step up from the rest. It takes more than an optional digital dash to distract us from the less impressive bits. Overall it is a tie for the winner in the interior comparison.
VW Tiguan Vs Mitsubishi Outlander engine and technology: Both are mostly equal in the safety area although the Tiguan has more features from the entry level to the top range models, unfortunately the Tiguan does not have any more features in the more expensive models which adds to our rip off label. The positives of the Tiguan are it’s engines which are carry over from older and current models but they have more performance options but at a high cost and again of set by its much heavier weight. The VW turbo trick is once again featured just shows what a rip off they are. Like wise maintenance which means an expensive service after 3 or 4 years. The Outlander has genuine multiple engine options as well but the diesel and the Plug-in hybrid versions are the best ones. Apart from that the both are very equal which surprised us with the PHEV Outlander being a standout in technology if you can still find one.
VW Tiguan Vs Mitsubishi Outlander on road: N/A
We kept an open mind when checking out both cars in the showroom and price was the only thing that was main comment that followed every good thing about the 2017 VW Tiguan hence mitigated by how expensive it is. Bearing in mind that safety system as standard are top of the class as standard but then by the end of the year these ‘features’ will be mostly standard on it’s competitors and that in the higher end models there’s nothing more. It just happens that the Tiguan is an all new model to come out first compared to the older competitors. The Mitsubishi is an older model by 4 years but it doesn’t really show compared to the new Tiguan. Buy the base Tiguan if you want but your need to change gears yourself as $3000 for an Auto version is too expensive especially when it’s a DSG. Both brands are equal in all of our opinions. Save your money though and buy the Outlander as there are plenty of deals regardless of model grade then with the significant saving have a holiday to Japan and then Germany and put the left over into the mortgage.
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| Engines | |
| IL 4 Cylinder Petrol DOHC VVT EFI 1.4 Litre (1488cc) Claimed 126Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 226Nm @ 4400RPM |
4B11 + PHEV IL4 Petrol + Electric motors 2.0 Litre (1995cc) Unleaded Claimed 87Kw @ 4500RPM Claimed 186Nm @ 4500RPM Electric motors x2 120Kw & 332Nm |
| IL 4 Cylinder Petrol Turbo DOHC EFI 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 162Kw or 132Kw @ 6200RPM Claimed 350Nm or 320Nm @ 1500RPM |
20 series engine IL4 Petrol (91 Octane) 2.0 Litre (1995cc) DOHC Engine EFI Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 190Nm @ 4200RPM |
| IL 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel DI CRl EFI 2.0 Litre (1968cc) Claimed 140Kw or 110Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 400Nm or 340Kw @ 1900RPM |
24 series engine IL Petrol (91 Octane) DOHC Engine EFI 2.4 Litre (2395cc) Claimed 124Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 220Nm @ 4200RPM |
| 22 series engine IL4 Diesel 2.2 Litre (2195cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 3500RPM Claimed 360Nm @ 2750RPM |
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| Weight | |
| FROM 1691 Kg Towing capacity up to 2500kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1395Kg Towing capacity up to 1600kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 60 litres IL4 Diesel T 2.0lt 5.9 litres per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol T 1.4lt 6.3 litres per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol T 2.0lt 8.1 litres per 100km AVG |
Up to 45 or 60 litres IL4 2.0 Petrol 6.6 Lts per 100km AVG (CVT) IL4 2.4 Petrol 7.5 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 2.2 Diesel 5.8 Lts per 100km AVG PHEV 1.9 Lts per 100km AVG |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 speed manual or DSG 7 speeds Overall height/width 1658/1839 Overall length/wheelbase 4486/2681 4WD system: Selectable 2WD or on demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
5 speed manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1680/1800 Overall length/wheelbase 4655/2670 4WD system: 2WD or On Demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: xxx |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Min ground clearance xxx mm Water Fording depth xxx mm |
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| Pricing | |
| 2017 $31,990 – 49,990 AUD *Not including opyional packs – Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |
2017 $28,750 – 43,490 AUD 2014 $28,990 – 52,490 AUD 2013 $28,990 – 45,490 AUD |