Alfa Romeo Junior vs Volkswagen Tiguan
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 30 Aug 2026, price 8 Sep 2026
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StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
$45,900RRP
- no option data for this car
$44,990RRP
- cannot be matched: Heated Front Seats and Electric Driver Seat not offered
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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Price Breakdown
The Alfa Romeo Junior starts from $45,900 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen Tiguan opens at $44,990. That makes the Volkswagen Tiguan the more affordable entry point by $910.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $50,490 and $49,489 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Alfa Romeo Junior by roughly $4,985 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for the Alfa Romeo Junior. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Recalls on our record
Alfa Romeo Junior
None open on our record
Volkswagen Tiguan
- REC-006602 · published 28 Apr 2026Due to a software issue, under certain driving conditions the power steering motor system may not operate as intended.Year range on the notice: 2025 - 2026
- REC-006592 · published 23 Apr 2026Due to a software issue, the electric power steering system under certain driving conditions may become temporarily inoperable.Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2025
- REC-006465 · published 29 Oct 2025Due to a software issue, if the driver does not have their hands on the steering wheel for an extended period, the brake jolt triggered by the Emergency Assist (EA) or Travel Assist (TA) assistance functions meant to alert the driver may be misinterpreted as the driver braking.Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2025
- 11 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Alfa Romeo Junior features a 10.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen Tiguan gets a 12.9-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Alfa Romeo Junior stands out with heated front seats — features our data doesn't list for the Volkswagen Tiguan. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Alfa Romeo Junior uses a Petrol MHEV producing 107kW and 230Nm of torque, sent through a dct to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.
The Volkswagen Tiguan responds with a 1.4 litre TSI making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a 7-speed dsg driving the front wheels.
The Volkswagen Tiguan has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 107kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Alfa Romeo Junior measures 4,173mm long on a 2,557mm wheelbase, 366mm shorter than the Volkswagen Tiguan at 4,539mm (2,681mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen Tiguan generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 415L in the Alfa Romeo Junior and 652L in the Volkswagen Tiguan, giving the Volkswagen Tiguan a 237L advantage.
For towing, the Volkswagen Tiguan leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 500kg. That 1,300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.8m to 11.7m
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.7m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,169/year for the Alfa Romeo Junior and $2,166/year for the Volkswagen Tiguan. That is a $997 annual difference in favour of the Alfa Romeo Junior.
Warranty: 5 years (Alfa Romeo Junior) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tiguan). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Alfa Romeo Junior if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Volkswagen Tiguan if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, need stronger towing, or prefer Volkswagen's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Alfa Romeo Junior: Level on the CarSorted Score at 73, ahead on the category wins, but the Volkswagen Tiguan is $910 cheaper
The Alfa Romeo Junior comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (73 vs 73), taking 1 of 5 key spec rows below. The deciding gaps: fuel economy (Alfa Romeo Junior ahead by 32), safety (Volkswagen Tiguan ahead by 28), practicality (Volkswagen Tiguan ahead by 18). The Alfa Romeo Junior will save you roughly $997 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Volkswagen Tiguan has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Alfa Romeo Junior and Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan is the cheapest at $44,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Alfa Romeo Junior by $910.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Alfa Romeo Junior uses the least fuel at 4.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Volkswagen Tiguan holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. ANCAP's published ratings include no record for Alfa Romeo Junior, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has the largest boot at 652L with the seats up (1,650L with the seats folded).
Which can tow the most?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,800kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Volkswagen Tiguan makes the most power at 110kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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