BMW X1 sDrive18i
0/5 (0)
$62,400
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance
0/5 (0)
$60,690
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

X1 sDrive18i
Overview
Tiguan Elegance
2022 - Present
Year
2024 - Present
1499
Engine
1984
115
Power
—
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
DCT
Transmission
DCT
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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X1 sDrive18i
Specification
Tiguan Elegance
1499
Engine Capacity
1984
B38A15M2
Engine Code
—
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Turbocharged
115
Power
—
230
Torque
—
215
Top Speed
—
FWD
Drive Type
AWD
8.0
Fuel Economy City
9.4
5.7
Fuel Economy Highway
6.6
6.5
Fuel Economy Combined
7.6
Euro 6
Emission Standard
Euro 6
225 / 55 R18
Tyre Size
235 / 50R19
18
Wheel Size
19
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
MacPherson strut independent
Front Suspension
Independent MacPherson struts with lower A-arms and anti-roll bar
Multi-link independent
Rear Suspension
Independent four-link with coil springs and anti-roll bar
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electromechanical power-assisted rack and pinion
7
Number of Airbags
9
1700
Towing Capacity
2300
11.7
Turning Circle
11.7

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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X1 sDrive18i
Dimension
Tiguan Elegance
54
Fuel Tank Capacity
58
4500
Length
4539
1845
Width
1859
1642
Height
1666
2692
Wheelbase
2681
205
Ground Clearance
171
1500
Kerb Weight
1758
476
Boot Space
652

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

X1 sDrive18i
Feature
Tiguan Elegance
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

X1 sDrive18i
Feature
Tiguan Elegance
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

X1 sDrive18i
Feature
Tiguan Elegance
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

X1 sDrive18i
Feature
Tiguan Elegance
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

BMW X1 sDrive18i

Pros

  • +Efficient premium compact SUV
  • +Easy to drive in cities
  • +Useful 476 litre boot
  • +Strong standard safety package
  • +Comfortable five-seat cabin

Cons

  • −Performance is modest
  • −Front-wheel drive only
  • −Premium unleaded is recommended
  • −Options can raise the price
  • −No spare wheel as standard

Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance

Pros

  • +Strong 150 kW turbo engine
  • +4MOTION all-wheel drive
  • +Excellent 2300 kg towing capacity
  • +Premium comfort equipment
  • +Large 652 litre boot

Cons

  • −Higher purchase price
  • −Premium unleaded required
  • −No seven-seat option
  • −Large body for tight parking
  • −Touch-heavy cabin controls

Which one should you buy?

Best for Value: Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Best Overall: Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose BMW X1 sDrive18i if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Choose Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Bottom Line: Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance leads on value and Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance leads on practicality.

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