Toyota RAV4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison

    Toyota RAV4

    Volkswagen Tiguan

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    2024 Toyota
    RAV4
    vs
    2024 Volkswagen
    Tiguan
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
    0.0
    8.3
    7.8
    0.0
    Based on the Toyota RAV4 EDGE (AWD) HYBRID
    Based on the Volkswagen Tiguan ALLSPACE 132TSI LIFE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    Long distance drivingLong distance driving
    TowingTowing
    Fuel Efficiency
    55L
    264 to 385 km
    58L - 60L
    354 to 576 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $39,760 - $58,360
    $40,990 - $73,790
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    CarExpert's Take

    Jack Quick
    Assistant Production Editor
    Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Efficient hybrid powertrain
    • Plenty of interior space
    • Cheap servicing
    Misses
    • Droning petrol engine
    • Slow, beeping power tailgate
    • Orange highlights aren't for everyone
    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Spacious, practical interior
    • Polished, punchy turbocharged engine
    • Recent price cuts improve equation
    Misses
    • Functional interior lacks flair
    • Third row remains occasional use only
    • Starting to look old alongside fresher rivals

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Colours Available

    The Toyota RAV4 is available in nine different colours, however not all are available across all variants. The following are available on the Cruiser and GXL:

    • Glacier White
    • Crystal Pearl
    • Silver Sky
    • Graphite
    • Atomic Rush (red)
    • Eclipse Black
    • Mineral Blue
    • Saturn Blue

    The GX misses out on Crystal Pearl. The XSE missed out on Crystal Pearl, Atomic Rush, Eclipse lack and Saturn Blue.

    The top-spec Toyota RAV4 Edge misses out on the two white colours and Saturn Blue but it does get its own unique Jungle Khaki colour.

    Premium paint is a $675 option.

    A full list of colours for the 2022 range has yet to be announced.

    The 2024 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:

    • Pure White
    • Dolphin Grey Metallic
    • Night Shade Blue Metallic
    • Reflex Silver Metallic
    • Deep Black Pearl

    Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option. 

    The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:

    • Pure White
    • Dolphin Grey Metallic
    • Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
    • Reflex Silver Metallic
    • Deep Black Pearl

    Specs

    Type
    DIRECT FUEL INJTURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI
    Size (cc)
    1987 - 24871395 - 1984
    Size (L)
    2.5L, 2.0L1.4L, 2.0L
    Induction
    INLINE 4TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616
    Power
    127kW - 152kW110kW - 235kW
    Power RPM
    5700 - 66003500 - 5600
    Torque
    203Nm - 243Nm250Nm - 400Nm
    Torque RPM
    3600 - 44001500 - 2000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    13 - 149.6 - 16

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