Lexus UX 2018 vs Volkswagen Tiguan 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Lexus UX) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Tiguan) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 171 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds | |
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Lexus UX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus UX engine produces 21 HP more power than Volkswagen Tiguan, but torque is 135 NM less than Volkswagen Tiguan. Thanks to more power Lexus UX reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 58 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 191 mm (7.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Tiguan can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Tiguan version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from fourteen 4x4 versions of Volkswagen Tiguan 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.63 m | |
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Lexus UX is larger, but lower. Lexus UX and Volkswagen Tiguan are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 615 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1655 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus UX is 0.3 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Tiguan. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Lexus UX scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 28 800 | 17 600 | |
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