Tiguan Allspace holds a noticeable edge over Caddy, especially in key ownership areas.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Tiguan Allspace
+9 pts
Efficiency
Equal
Safety
Tiguan Allspace
+8 pts
Practicality
Tiguan Allspace
+5 pts
Ownership
Equal
Category Score Breakdown
🏆 Overall Winner
Tiguan Allspace
Performance
15/20
Efficiency
8/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
16/20
Ownership
12/20
Caddy
Performance
6/20
Efficiency
8/20
Safety
12/20
Practicality
11/20
Ownership
12/20
Pros & Cons
Caddy
Pros
No major strengths identified
Cons
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:General Use
🏆 Overall Winner
Tiguan Allspace
Pros
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Cons
No major weaknesses identified
Best For:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Who Should Buy Which?
Caddy
Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle
Tiguan Allspace
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Ground Clearance
170
197
Wheelbase
2755
2790
Length
4499
4735
Width
1794
1839
Height
1832
1685
Kerb Weight
1395
1740
Gross Vehicle Weight
2200
2240
Seating Capacity
2
7
Boot Space
351
615
Towing Capacity
1000
1800
Front Track Width
1522
-
Rear Track Width
1497
-
Turning Radius
5.1
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Engine
1.6L MPI Petrol
2.0L TSI Petrol
Engine Type
Inline 4-cylinder MPI
Inline 4-cylinder EA888 TSI
Displacement
1598
1984
Cylinders
3
4
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
75
162
Power @ RPM
3500 rpm
5100 rpm
Torque
155
350
Torque @ RPM
3800 rpm
1700 rpm
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Turbocharger
Not Available
Turbocharged
Top Speed
160
230
0-100 km/h
14.5
6.5
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
-
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Transmission
5-speed Manual
7-speed DSG Automatic
Drive Type
FWD
4WD
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive 4Motion
LSD Available
Not Available
Electronic
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
None
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Claimed Mileage
13.5
13.0
City Mileage
11
10
Highway Mileage
16
16
Fuel Tank Capacity
55
60
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
-
Auto Start Stop
Standard
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Airbags
4
8
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Standard
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Optional
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Optional
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Optional
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Optional
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Optional
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Seat Material
Fabric
Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual Front Seats
Heated Seats
Not Available
Optional
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted
Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment
Height Adjustable
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Rear Armrest
Not Available
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Climate Control
Not Available
Dual-zone Automatic
Power Windows
All Doors
Front and Rear
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Optional
Sunroof
Not Available
Optional
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Optional
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Infotainment Screen
Basic Radio
8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
6
Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Available
-
USB Ports
1
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
LED Headlamps
Halogen
LED Matrix
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front
Roof Rails
Not Available
Silver
Alloy Wheel Design
Steel Wheels
19-inch Alloy Wheels
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Body Cladding
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Tyre Size
195/65 R15
235/50 R19
Wheel Type
Steel
Alloy
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Steel
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-link
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Height Adjustable
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Service Interval
15,000 km or 1 Year
15000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost
Approx R4,200
Moderate
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
24 Months
Maintenance Plan
Optional
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Warranty Years
3
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
120000
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
CO2 Emissions
182
188
Start Stop System
Standard
Yes
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
None
Noise Level
67
-
Specification
Caddy
Tiguan Allspace
Approach Angle
-
18
Departure Angle
-
20
Wading Depth
-
400
Terrain Modes
-
On-road Modes
Locking Differential
-
Electronic
Final Verdict
🏆Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
wins with 71 pts
vs 49 pts for Caddy
In structured scoring, Tiguan Allspace emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Caddy may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Tiguan Allspace may hold stronger long-term value.
Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.
Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Tiguan Allspace performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.
Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Tiguan Allspace the overall advantage.
Detailed Comparison Analysis
The comparison between Caddy and Tiguan Allspace in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Caddy scores 6 vs 15.
Efficiency: Caddy scores 8 vs 8.
Safety: Caddy scores 12 vs 20.
Practicality: Caddy scores 11 vs 16.
Ownership: Caddy scores 12 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives Tiguan Allspace
the advantage in this comparison.
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