Volkswagen Id.4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan
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Volkswagen Id.4

$59,990 - $69,990

2026 price

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Volkswagen Tiguan

$36,990 - $80,990

2025 price

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Summary

2026 Volkswagen Id.4

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

By Emily Agar

By Tom White

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.4L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

7.7L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Comfortable and spacious cabin
Smooth, confident driving
Practical range and fast charging

The driver's mid-size SUV
Straightforward, well-equipped range
Super practical cabin

Dislikes

Lane keeping aid can be jerky
Visibility can be compromised
No wireless phone connectivity or sat nav

Hybrid? Look elsewhere
One too many touch controls
Ride harsher than expected

2026 Volkswagen Id.4 Summary

The all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 Pro has finally landed on our shores! Hurrah! The benefit of waiting almost half a decade for it means we get some mid-life technology upgrades and interior features for the single variant that's available to us (at least for now).

The biggest question this mid-size SUV really poses, though, is has it been worth the wait? Is it practical enough? Is it fun enough? Let’s find out.

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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Summary

The third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan is likely to be the most important new vehicle Volkswagen launches in 2025.

The popular mid-sizer has proven to have impressive staying power for the brand, with the outgoing version still impressing buyers despite being nearly a decade old.

What does this ground-up new version change? Does it have what it takes to maintain the nameplate’s reputation in one of Australia’s most hotly contested market segments? And what are some surprises this time around?

We went to its local launch to find out.

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2026 Volkswagen Id.4 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

Verdict

It’s been a long wait for the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro, but it’s one that’s paid off. It's an electric SUV that delivers on the essentials - comfort, smart features, and an effortless driving experience. But it also keeps charging times, range, and running costs firmly in the 'very liveable' camp. The ID.4 Pro manages to feel polished and personable, which is a great combination.

Verdict

The new Tiguan is as confident as ever in its identity, even in such a crowded mid-size SUV space where there are so many models worthy of your attention.

No matter which version you choose, this is still the mid-size SUV for a driving enthusiast who doesn’t quite have premium dollars to spend.

While it may not quite expand its appeal as much as the brand hopes precluding a hybrid variant, those who are choosing this as their family hauler for the right reasons won’t be disappointed.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with travel, accommodation and meals provided.

Volkswagen Id.4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan What's the difference?

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Volkswagen Id.4 vs Volkswagen Tiguan
What's the difference?