Volkswagen Tiguan 2015 vs Lexus UX 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volkswagen Tiguan) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Lexus UX) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 171 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Tiguan is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Tiguan engine produces 19 HP more power than Lexus UX, whereas torque is 195 NM more than Lexus UX. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Tiguan reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 47 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.63 m | 1.52 m | |
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Volkswagen Tiguan is smaller, but higher. Volkswagen Tiguan and Lexus UX are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 615 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1655 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Tiguan is 0.3 metres more than that of the Lexus UX. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`290 | 1`980 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Lexus UX scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 600 | 29 200 | |
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