Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Kia Carens | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2022-now | 2024-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 29,995 | € 43,500 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 72/100 | 71/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 64/100 | 66/100 |
| Combined efficiency rating (differs) | 62/100 | – |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 38/100 | 33/100 |
| Practicality | 80/100 | 80/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | MPV | SUV |
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 140 | 150 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4540 | 4539 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1800 | 1842 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1708 | 1658 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1300 | 1800 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 216 | 652 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 6.5 | 7 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | – | 9.1 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | – | 209 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | – | 1601 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · KY (2022+)
Compact seven-seat MPV on the KY generation, limited availability in EU markets. The common petrol version is a 1.5 T-GDI around 140 hp; WLTP equivalent consumption around 6.5 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us and based on international spec). Boot 216 l behind the third row, seven seats. Indicative from-price; check availability and the official configurator for your market.
Profile · III (2024)
Third Tiguan generation on the MQB-evo platform, in the base the 1.5 TSI petrol four-cylinder with 48V mild hybrid. WLTP around 7.0 l/100km (manufacturer figure, indicative); owners report mixed 7.5-8 l/100km (public forums, not measured by us). Boot 652 l.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.