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Toyota RAV4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan

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Powertrains and consumption

Toyota RAV4

Energy profile: Toyota RAV4 is mainly hybrid.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Energy profile: Volkswagen Tiguan is mainly hybrid.

Consumption comparison

EnergyToyota RAV4Volkswagen Tiguan
Petrol5.6-8.1 L/100 km5.5-10 L/100 km
Diesel-4.5-6.6 L/100 km

These figures reflect official mixed WLTP consumption (min - max) from our catalogue for all powertrains.

Service costs & insurance

These figures are indicative estimates for a standard service outside the dealer network.

Toyota RAV4Mid-range

Servicing a Toyota RAV4 sits slightly above the market average (+28%).

  • Simple oil change~ 100
  • Full service~ 340
  • Front brake pads~ 160
  • Tyres (set of 4)~ 495

Timing chain: no scheduled replacement.

Volkswagen TiguanMid-range

Servicing a Volkswagen Tiguan sits slightly above the market average (+30%).

  • Simple oil change~ 115
  • Full service~ 340
  • Front brake pads~ 165
  • Timing-belt kit~ 710
  • Tyres (set of 4)~ 550

Price shown for belt-driven engines; some versions use a chain (no due date).

Dimensions & specifications

CriterionToyota RAV4Volkswagen Tiguan
Weight1450-2232 kg1435-1845 kg
Boot volume490-1070 L230-760 L
Max boot (seats folded)1994 L1920 L
Power outputs149-324 hp122-320 hp

Frequently asked questions

How do you choose between two cars?
Compare what costs over time first: reliability (known faults, chain or timing belt), service budget and real-world consumption. The spec sheet rarely separates two cars in the same segment; running costs almost always do.
Which criteria should you compare before buying?
The five that weigh most: yearly service cost, documented model weak points, mixed consumption, insurance for your profile, and space (boot, dimensions). Each of our duels puts them side by side.
Where does Garajo's data come from?
From our maintenance catalogue: generation-by-generation service plans, documented reliability model by model, and official WLTP consumption. Verdicts are recalculated whenever the catalogue is updated.