2025 Mazda
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 22 - 26 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 33 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 45.2 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 227 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 173.0 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.7 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 in |
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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Mazda CX-30, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Mazda CX-30 and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Convenience
The Volkswagen Tiguan requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-30, making it more convenient to drive.
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). When looking only at MSRP, the Mazda CX-30 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
Since the Mazda CX-30 is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Tiguan, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Mazda CX-30, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Mazda CX-30 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Mazda CX-30 has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Mazda CX-30 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Mazda CX-30 and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Mazda CX-30 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan.