Volkswagen Tiguan vs Tesla Model Y Comparison

    Volkswagen Tiguan

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    Tesla Model Y

    2024 Volkswagen
    Tiguan
    vs
    2024 Tesla
    Model Y
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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.
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    7.8
    8.6
    0.0
    Based on the Volkswagen Tiguan ALLSPACE 132TSI LIFE
    Based on the Tesla Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    TowingTowing
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    58L - 60L
    354 to 576 km
    NA
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    4 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $40,990 - $73,790
    $55,900 - $96,700
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    CarExpert's Take

    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
    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Market-leading price for an e-SUV
    • Still extremely well equipped
    • Ultra practical design
    Misses
    • Cost cutting brings resale into question
    • Still not as comfy a ride as some rivals
    • Shorter warranty than 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

    Optional Features

    NA
    • Enhanced Autopilot (+$5,100)
    • Full Self Driving Capability (+$10,100)
    • Interior Colour - Black & White (+$1,500)
    • Multi-Coat Paint Premium (+$2,900)
    • Metallic Paint (+$1,500)

    Colours Available

    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
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDIELECTRIC
    Size (cc)
    1395 - 1984-
    Size (L)
    1.4L, 2.0L0.0
    Induction
    TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4NOT APPLICABLE
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMNOT APPLICABLE
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16-
    Power
    110kW - 235kW220kW - 393kW
    Power RPM
    3500 - 5600-
    Torque
    250Nm - 400Nm330Nm - 639Nm
    Torque RPM
    1500 - 2000-
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.6 - 16-

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