Volkswagen Tiguan III
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Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSIvsVolkswagen T-Cross · Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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1.5 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h7.0 s
- Fastest top speed215 km/h134 mph
- Most powerful177 hp132 kW
- Highest torque250 Nm184 lb-ft
- Lowest combined fuel consumption0.4 L/100 km588.0 mpg US706.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range11,250 km6,990 mi
- Largest trunk490 L
- Best overall score59/100
- Best performance score47/100
- Best economy score100/100
- Best practicality score84/100
Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI
- Lightest1,326 kg2,923 lb
- Best power-to-weight113 hp/t84 kW/t8.8 kg/hp
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 177hp132kW | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 250Nm184lb-ft | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,815kg4,001lb | 1,326kg2,923lb |
| Gross weight | 2,400kg5,291lb | 1,800kg3,968lb |
| Top speed | 215 km/h 134 mph | Unrestricted 210 km/h130 mph Restricted 200 km/h124 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 72.8s99% target: 213 km/h / 132 mph Calculated | 79.2s99% target: 208 km/h / 129 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0s | 8.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 38.3s Calculated | 49.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 0.4L/100 km588mpg US706.2mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 15.1s Calculated | 16.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 98hp/t73kW/t44hp/1000 lb Calculated | 113hp/t84kW/t51hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 138Nm/t92lb-ft/ton Calculated | 189Nm/t126lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 11,250km6,990mi Calculated | 667km414mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,539mm179in | 4,127mm162in |
| Width | 1,842mm73in | 1,760mm69in |
| Height | 1,658mm65in | 1,573mm62in |
| Wheelbase | 2,679mm105in | 2,551mm100in |
| Front track | 1,590mm63in | 1,536mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,583mm62in | 1,516mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 490L | 455L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,486L | 1,281L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 45L | 40L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | - | 1,500-4,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | - | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.6 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 7.0 s | 8.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 38.3 s | 49.3 s |
| Top speed | 215 km/h 134 mph | Unrestricted 210 km/h130 mph Restricted 200 km/h124 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.6 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 15.1 s | 16.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 150 km/h 93 mph | 143 km/h 89 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI has 27 hp more than Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI and Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI: 27 hp (20 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 1,815 kg 4,001 lb |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 1,326 kg 2,923 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | Unrestricted 210 km/h130 mph Restricted 200 km/h124 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 7.0 s |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 8.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI and Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI: 1.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 0.4 L/100 km 588.0 mpg US 706.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI and Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI: 5.6 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 98 hp/t 73 kW/t 10.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 11,250 km 6,990 mi |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 667 km 414 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.0 s | 215 km/h 134 mph |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.4 s | Unrestricted 210 km/h130 mph Restricted 200 km/h124 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI |
| 0.4 L/100 km 588.0 mpg US 706.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 0.4 L/100 km 588.0 mpg US 706.2 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 8.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | 98 hp/t 73 kW/t 10.3 kg/hp | 0.4 L/100 km 588.0 mpg US 706.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenTiguan III1.5 TSI | VolkswagenT-CrossFacelift 20231.5 TSI | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 7.0 s | 8.4 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 215 km/h 134 mph | Unrestricted 210 km/h130 mph Restricted 200 km/h124 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,815 kg 4,001 lb | 1,326 kg 2,923 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 0.4 L/100 km 588.0 mpg US 706.2 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 11,250 km 6,990 mi | 667 km 414 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 490 L 17.3 cu ft | 455 L 16.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 98 hp/t 73 kW/t 10.3 kg/hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI | Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI |
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| Consumption | 0.4 L/100 km588 mpg US706.2 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 0.70 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 1.13 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 60 L16 US gal13 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 105.00 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Tiguan III 1.5 TSI
- Has 27 hp more
- Is 1.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 5 km/h (3 mph) higher top speed
- Uses 5.6 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 10,583 km (6,576 mi) more estimated range
- Has 35 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Heaviest
Volkswagen T-Cross Facelift 2023 1.5 TSI
- Is 489 kg lighter
- Has 16 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Lowest power
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Lowest top speed
- Smallest trunk
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