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Volkswagen Tiguan vs Nissan X-Trail Comparison
Volkswagen Tiguan
Nissan X-Trail
How they stack...
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CarExpert's Take
- Spacious, practical interior
- Polished, punchy turbocharged engine
- Recent price cuts improve equation
- Functional interior lacks flair
- Third row remains occasional use only
- Starting to look old alongside fresher rivals
- Comfortable interior
- Economical in the real world
- Sharp pricing
- Could use hybrid tech
- Not as off-road ready as it seems
- Servicing could be cheaper
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$700)
Colours Available
The 2024 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Night Shade Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option.
The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is offered in a range of colour options:x
- Solid White
- Brilliant Silver
- Gun Metallic
- Caspian Blue
- Diamond Black
- Scarlet Ember
The ST-L adds the option of the following colours:
- Champagne Silver
- Ivory Pearl
- Ceramic Grey
The Ti adds the option of the following colours:
- Ceramic grey two-tone with black roof
- Ivory Pearl two-tone
- Caspian Blue two-tone
The Ti-L e-Power adds:
- Champagne Silver two-tone
Metallic Paint costs $700 for all models while the option of two-tone paint for the Ti and Ti-L cost $1200.
Comparison
Reviews
The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace is approaching the end of its life, but it's still a solid and practical family SUV.
Scott Collie
Nissan's toughened-up X-Trail is a strong choice for the weekend adventurer, and picking one up won't break the bank.
Max Davies
Ready To Buy
Specs
Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1395 - 1984 | 1497 - 2488 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.4L, 2.0L | 1.5L, 2.5L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 3, INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 12 - 16 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 235kW | 135kW - 157kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3500 - 5600 | 4600 - 6000 | |
Torque | ||
250Nm - 400Nm | 244Nm - 250Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 2000 | 2400 - 3600 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.6 - 16 | 9.6 - 14 |