Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace vs Volkswagen Touareg

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

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
VS
Volkswagen Touareg in South Africa

Volkswagen Touareg

3.0 TDI V6 R-Line 190kW Tiptronic Diesel Automatic
ZAR 1,799,200 ex-showroom
⚡ 250 kW (335 hp)
🔧 450 Nm
⛽ 11.4 km/l
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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Touareg
⛽ Mileage Tiguan Allspace
🔑 Ownership Tie

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Touareg

78
/ 100
+7
pts
#2

Tiguan Allspace

71
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

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

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Touareg +5 pts
Efficiency Tiguan Allspace +1 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Touareg +3 pts
Ownership Equal

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Touareg

Performance 20/20
Efficiency 7/20
Safety 20/20
Practicality 19/20
Ownership 12/20

Tiguan Allspace

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

Pros & Cons

Tiguan Allspace

Pros
  • Better fuel efficiency
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best For: Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner

Touareg

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • More practical for daily use
Cons
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best For: Highway Driving Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Tiguan Allspace

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Touareg

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Tiguan Allspace Touareg
Ground Clearance 197 228
Wheelbase 2790 2904
Length 4735 4878
Width 1839 1984
Height 1685 1702
Kerb Weight 1740 2055
Gross Vehicle Weight 2240 2760
Seating Capacity 7 5
Boot Space 615 810
Towing Capacity 1800 3500
Front Track Width - 1663
Rear Track Width - 1660
Turning Radius - 6.0
Specification Tiguan Allspace Touareg
Engine 2.0L TSI Petrol 3.0L V6 TSI Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4-cylinder EA888 TSI V6 Turbocharged TFSI
Displacement 1984 2995
Cylinders 4 6
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 162 250
Torque 350 450
Fuel System Direct Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 230 245
0-100 km/h 6.5 6.1
Power @ RPM 5100 rpm 4500-6000 rpm
Torque @ RPM 1700 rpm 2500-3500 rpm
Turbocharger Turbocharged Single Turbo
Compression Ratio - 11.5:1
Engine Position - Front Longitudinal

Final Verdict

🏆 Volkswagen Touareg wins with 78 pts vs 71 pts for Tiguan Allspace

In structured scoring, Touareg emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tiguan Allspace 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, Touareg performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Tiguan Allspace scores 8 while Touareg scores 7 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

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

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

Practicality scoring gives Tiguan Allspace 16 and Touareg 19, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Tiguan Allspace scoring 15 compared to Touareg scoring 20, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Touareg 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. Touareg performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Touareg the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Tiguan Allspace and Touareg in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Tiguan Allspace scores 15 vs 20.

Efficiency: Tiguan Allspace scores 8 vs 7.

Safety: Tiguan Allspace scores 20 vs 20.

Practicality: Tiguan Allspace scores 16 vs 19.

Ownership: Tiguan Allspace scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Touareg the advantage in this comparison.