Ford Territory vs Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 733,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW (188 hp)
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l
VS
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace in South Africa

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

2.0 TSI 162kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Petrol Automatic
ZAR 934,700 ex-showroom
⚡ 162 kW (217 hp)
🔧 350 Nm
⛽ 13.0 km/l
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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Tiguan Allspace
⛽ Mileage Tie
🔑 Ownership Territory

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Tiguan Allspace

71
/ 100
+3
pts
#2

Territory

68
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

Both Territory and Tiguan Allspace are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Tiguan Allspace +2 pts
Efficiency Equal
Safety Tiguan Allspace +2 pts
Practicality Tiguan Allspace +3 pts
Ownership Territory +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Tiguan Allspace

Performance 15/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 20/20
Practicality 16/20
Ownership 12/20

Territory

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 16/20

Pros & Cons

Territory

Pros
  • Better long-term ownership value
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
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best For: Highway Driving Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Territory

  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

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 Territory Tiguan Allspace
Ground Clearance 190 197
Wheelbase 2716 2790
Length 4630 4735
Width 1935 1839
Height 1706 1685
Kerb Weight 1635 1740
Gross Vehicle Weight 2150 2240
Seating Capacity 5 7
Boot Space 448 615
Towing Capacity 1200 1800
Specification Territory Tiguan Allspace
Engine 1.8L Turbocharged Petrol 2.0L TSI Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4 Turbocharged Inline 4-cylinder EA888 TSI
Displacement 1798 1984
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 140 162
Torque 320 350
Fuel System Direct Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 185 230
0-100 km/h 9.8 6.5
Power @ RPM - 5100 rpm
Torque @ RPM - 1700 rpm
Turbocharger - Turbocharged

Final Verdict

🏆 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace wins with 71 pts vs 68 pts for Territory

In structured scoring, Tiguan Allspace emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Territory may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Tiguan Allspace performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Territory scores 8 while Tiguan Allspace scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Territory scores 18 and Tiguan Allspace scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Territory scores 16 versus Tiguan Allspace scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Territory 13 and Tiguan Allspace 16, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Territory scoring 13 compared to Tiguan Allspace scoring 15, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

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 Territory and Tiguan Allspace in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Territory scores 13 vs 15.

Efficiency: Territory scores 8 vs 8.

Safety: Territory scores 18 vs 20.

Practicality: Territory scores 13 vs 16.

Ownership: Territory scores 16 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Tiguan Allspace the advantage in this comparison.