A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Tiguan starts ZAR 31,800 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · Tiguan from ZAR 668,100
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Maximum Power
268 kW
140 kW
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
250 Nm
Engine Size
1500 cc
2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
90.9 km/l
13 km/l
Ground Clearance
170 mm
201 mm
Boot / Load Bay
560 l
652 l
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
6
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1599 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Tiguan.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+38 pts
Efficiency
H6 PHEV
+45 pts
Safety
H6 PHEV
+8 pts
Practicality
Tiguan
+9 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Tiguan
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Tiguan
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2007
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current Tiguan generation offers modern safety and tech upgrades
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Recent facelift improved technology and styling
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
published
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1946 kg
1599 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Length
4703 mm
4539 mm
Width
1886 mm
1842 mm
Height
1730 mm
1660 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2676 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
201 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
58 l
Boot/Cargo Space
560 l
652 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
1599 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2400 kg
2210 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1800 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
11.5 m
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1586 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1576 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Not Available
Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
1650 l
AC Type
Dual-zone
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Dual-zone
-
Engine Warranty
5
-
Heads Up Display
Full-colour
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
-
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
-
Sound System
9
Not Available
Source Model Column
h6-phev
tiguan
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
1650 l
Speed Limiter
-
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
7.7
Speed Alert System
-
Adjustable speed limiter
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
Standard
Centre Console
-
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
268 kW
140 kW
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
250 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
87.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
156.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
106 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Gearbox
Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
4x4
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain
4x2
4x4
4WD Engagement
Available
Available
4WD Hi Range
Available
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Claimed Mileage
90.9 km/l
13 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
10.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.0 km/l
15.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
90.9 km/l
13 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
40
Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
6
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
Not Available
TCS
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Cloth
Heated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
-
Interior Colour Options
3
Black
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
Premium interior, digital cockpit, advanced infotainment
Interior Colours
3
Black
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Cloth
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Cup Holders
-
Standard
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Armrest Front
-
Standard
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Not Available
Number of Speakers
9
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
SYNC
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
-
Audio Speakers
9
Not Available
Audio System
9
-
Display Audio
Coffee OS
-
Head Up Display
Full-colour
-
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
SYNC
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
-
Connected Services
Wireless
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
-
Touchscreen
Coffee OS
SYNC
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
201 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
201 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Tyre Size
Not Available
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
Not Available
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
Not Available
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Alternator
110A
-
Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
Not Available
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
175 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
0
175
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
175
Spec
H6 PHEV
Tiguan
Ownership Role
Flagship
South Africa market model
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
856200 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
749900
856200
Starting Price Zar
749900
856200
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 16 points
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Tiguan.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
Tiguan
Performance
60/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
77/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 68 pts for Tiguan
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H6 PHEV leads. However, Tiguan may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This H6 PHEV and Tiguan comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 PHEV 98 vs Tiguan 60.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs Tiguan 51.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs Tiguan 82.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs Tiguan 77.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs Tiguan not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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