Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION vs Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION 7.2 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Power winner Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION 204 hp Runner-up: 150 hp
Cargo winner Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION 615 L Runner-up: 521 L
Price winner Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI $28,900 Runner-up: $34,490

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION against the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.2 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the higher listed output at 204 hp; 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 54 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION at 350 Nm and 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI at 250 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has the lower recorded consumption at 6.4 L/100km; 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is listed at 7.5 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 615 litres versus 521 litres, a difference of 94 litres. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is 149 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has the lower listed starting price at $28,900, compared with $34,490 for 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.2 s8.6 s
Top Speed220 km/h210 km/h
Power204 hp150 hp
Torque350 Nm250 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank58 L50 L
Efficiency7.5 L/100km6.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions171 g/km146 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,539 mm4,390 mm
Ground Clearance180 mm165 mm
Cargo615 L521 L
Curb Weight1,680 kg1,390 kg
Towing2,300 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.5 m10.4 m
Starting MSRP$34,490$28,900

Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION vs Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.2 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the higher listed top speed at 220 km/h (137 mph), compared with 210 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has more power at 204 hp, a 54 hp advantage over 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has more listed cargo space at 615 litres (21.7 cu ft), versus 521 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is heavier at 1,680 kg (3,704 lb), while 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI is listed at 1,390 kg (3,064 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $28,900 USD, compared with $34,490 USD for 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.