2025 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,770 to $57,400
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 278 hp 184 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.9 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Info not available Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Toyota 4Runner will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota 4Runner is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Toyota 4Runner, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The Toyota 4Runner has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota 4Runner greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Toyota 4Runner does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Toyota 4Runner and the Volkswagen Tiguan.