Compare the Volkswagen T-Roc vs Volkswagen Tiguan
AI generated from our expert reviews
Choosing between these two depends on the scale and versatility you require. The Volkswagen Tiguan can tow more, and unlike the petrol-only Volkswagen T-Roc, it offers petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid options. Inside, both feature a central screen with touch-sensitive climate sliders underneath, alongside proper physical buttons on the steering wheel. If you regularly carry passengers, the rear bench in the T-Roc is a squeeze for three adults with a centre seat that is quite hard and narrow. By contrast, a third passenger will be pretty comfortable in the back of the Tiguan, thanks to a comparatively wide centre seat and a flatter bench.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 475 litres (3 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 652 litres (5+ suitcases) Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,372 mm x 1,828 mm x 1,573 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,539 mm x 1,859 mm x 1,660 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,300 kg | Towing capacity 1,600 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £455 Best | First year tax rate £560 |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.5 eTSI DSG | Engine name 1.5 eTSI DSG |
| Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 116 BHP | Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 130 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 7 | Forward gears 7 |
| Acceleration 10.6 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 10.2 s (0-60 mph) Best |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 475 litres | Boot (seats up) 652 litres Best |
| Length 4,372 mm | Length 4,539 mm |
| Width 1,828 mm | Width 1,859 mm |
| Height 1,573 mm | Height 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.63 m | Wheelbase 2.68 m |
| Turning circle 11.1 m | Turning circle 11.7 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.