Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION vs Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo 7.0 s Runner-up: 7.2 s
Power winner Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo 256 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION 615 L Runner-up: 572 L
Price winner Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION $34,490 Runner-up: $40,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION against the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo. 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 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.0 seconds, compared with 7.2 seconds for 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION. 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has the higher listed output at 256 hp; 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 52 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo at 434 Nm and 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION at 350 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the lower recorded consumption at 7.5 L/100km; 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is listed at 9.4 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 572 litres, a difference of 43 litres. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION carries the higher towing rating at 2,300 kg, while 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is 201 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the lower listed starting price at $34,490, compared with $40,900 for 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo. 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 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.2 s7.0 s
Top Speed220 km/h200 km/h
Power204 hp256 hp
Torque350 Nm434 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank58 L63 L
Efficiency7.5 L/100km9.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions171 g/km214 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,539 mm4,740 mm
Ground Clearance180 mm203 mm
Cargo615 L572 L
Curb Weight1,680 kg1,730 kg
Towing2,300 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.5 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$34,490$40,900

Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION vs Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.0 seconds, versus 7.2 seconds for 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the higher listed top speed at 220 km/h (137 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo has more power at 256 hp, a 52 hp advantage over 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has more listed cargo space at 615 litres (21.7 cu ft), versus 572 litres (20.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,300 kg (5,071 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo is heavier at 1,730 kg (3,814 lb), while 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION is listed at 1,680 kg (3,704 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $34,490 USD, compared with $40,900 USD for 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4MOTION or the 2025 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo?

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.