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Welcome to our Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan comparison for 2019. This is part of an unusual series of comparisons by mainstream standards aka popular motoring press, as why would any one compare a known urban focused SUV with a genuine off-road capable SUV aka the VW Tiguan and the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport? People make decisions for often random reasons (which many cannot understand but make sense to them) but in this case both are comparable due to pricing and the smaller Tiguan is actually more expensive than the Pajero Sport with much less ability and often spec based on price.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan exterior comparison : The Pajero sports looks more expensive and impressive than the Tiguan with a forward thinking design. The Tiguan is a nice looking SUV but it is a box with curved edges that will appeal to those who think cubism is still an arty and trendy thing. The main problem is that the VW box elements look old but not a good way unlike the ever popular Volvo 240 box which looks new again next to the Tiguan. In fact the Volvo 240 looks like a sports car compared to the bloated Tiguan. Needless to say the Pajero Sport will not date quickly and will look completely modern in the shopping centre car park for the next 10 years or more.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan interior comparison : The Tiguan interior is one of the best quality versions for sale at the moment and the only problem it’s basic design. However it works and that the main design feature is the clever use metal like trim to it’s advantage and to impart a more upmarket feel. The reuse of nicely patterned leather when optioned helps the ambience greatly along with a optional digital dash. Overall it’s nice but ordinary in standard trim so you need to hit the option packs to make it a great place to be. The Pajero Sport’s interior is a nice place to be but it is clearly a more upmarket version of the donor Triton. However it’s doesn’t have the feel of space or upmarket feel as the Tiguan but the extra length and usable 7 seats in the Pajero Sport is preferable in this class.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan engines and technology comparison : In terms of engines both have choice one base engine. The Tiguan has one 2 litre petrol with a turbo tuned according to marketing determined price points. There are no longer any diesels available since they can’t meet emissions standards aka you would probably get lung cancer if you breathed the exhaust fumes for any length of time. Note that it is not unusual for the petrol engines to require oil refills between servicing so be ware of the extra cost. Their intrinsic reliability are also clouded and added to that is the problematic DSG automatic gearbox so both are high cost replacements waiting to happen as soon as you drive one out the showroom. Furthermore the model range complicated by the number of option packs including safety features. The option packs would be great except that the base models are expensive to start off with so you are being overcharged. The Mitsubishi Pajero on the other had has more safety systems than the Tiguan at any model grade and the mechanical pack has proven reliability and durability, apart from the relatively new 8 speed regular automatic gearbox to it’s credit doesn’t have any inherent problems to date.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan street cred: The VW Tiguan has no street cred in our opinion. It’s a ultra conservative box and the engine turbo tuning rip-off is well known rational buyers who buy better value and genuine branding. Volkswagen is claimed to be the German version of Toyota except that it is marketing it’s self as premium which it isn’t as well tas having reliability issues.
The conclusion of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volkswagen Tiguan comparison is the Pajero Sport. Simple winner terms of proven reliability, space, durability and fair pricing. The Tiguan uses turbo tuning trick throughout the range to charge you more for turning the turbo boost up or down. This is simple ripoff – there is not reason for this sort behaviour to differentiate the models – how VW has got away with this for so long indicates that this is a a taboo subject amongst manufacturers who want to do the same thing and mainstream journalists trying to please VW rather than writing the actual truth of this Volkswagen rip-off so don’t buy it. The Tiguan’s DSG gearbox is a disaster waiting to happen outside the warranty period 5 years so definitely not a recommended buying 2nd hand either. However when new the Tiguan is an impressive mid sized SUV. Else the Pajero Sport is a better buy for so many logical reasons.
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VW Tiguan |
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| Engines | |
| IL4 Diesel Turbo DOHC 16 VVT EFI DI CR 2.4 Litre (2442cc) Claimed 133Kw @ 3500 RPM Claimed 430Nm @ 2500 RPM |
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 DI IC Turbo 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 162Kw @4500RPM Claimed 350 Nm @ 1500RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 2060Kg Towing capacity up to 3100kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1536Kg Towing capacity up to 2500Kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 68 litres Diesel 8 litres per 100km (Auto) |
Up to 60 litres 132TSI Turbo Petrol: 7.5 litres per 100km 162TSI Turbo Petrol: 8.1 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 8 speed Auto Overall height/width 1805/1815 Overall length/wheelbase 4785/2800 4WD system: 2WD or AWD NCAP safety rating 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 20 Departure 24 Breakover 23 Minimum ground clearance 218 mm Water Fording depth 700mm Max 4WD system: 4WD with low range |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
| Performance | |
| – | 132TSI 0-100km 7.7 seconds 162TSI 0-100km 6.5 seconds |
| Pricing | |
| 2019 $46,000 – $54,200 AUD 2017 $28,690 – $49,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |
2019 $43,150 – $51,650 AUD 2017 $30,690 – $44,290 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |