Ford Everest vs Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
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.
Ford Everest
From $68,990
SUV
Diesel
Diesel V6 Turbo
184kW
8.5 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
259L
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Price TBC
SUV
Diesel
2.0 TDI
147kW
6.2 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
230L
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace: we're still completing price, kerb weight and turning circle.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Ford Everest features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace gets a 9.2-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Ford Everest stands out with ventilated seats and power tailgate — features our data doesn't list for the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace. The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace counters with ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Ford Everest gets leather upholstery while the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace offers leather appointed. Climate control is 2-zone in the Ford Everest and 3-zone in the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace.
Drivetrain
The Ford Everest uses a Diesel V6 Turbo producing 184kW and 600Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout.
The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace responds with a 2.0 TDI making 147kW and 400Nm, paired to a 7-speed dsg driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.8 seconds.
The Ford Everest has the clear power advantage at 184kW vs 147kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Ford Everest measures 4,978mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 244mm longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace at 4,734mm (2,791mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Ford Everest generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 259L in the Ford Everest and 230L in the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, giving the Ford Everest a 29L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1818L vs 700L.
For towing, the Ford Everest leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,500kg. That 1,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.8m diameter
Average
Based on 11.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.3 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,423/year for the Ford Everest and $1,767/year for the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace. That is a $656 annual difference in favour of the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Ford Everest) vs 5 years (Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace).
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Ford Everest if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, need stronger towing, or prefer Ford's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Volkswagen's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Ford Everest takes 3 of 4 key spec categories. The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace will save you roughly $656 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Ford Everest and Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace?
The Ford Everest is the cheapest at $68,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace uses the least fuel at 6.2L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Ford Everest holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Ford Everest has the largest boot at 259L.
Which can tow the most?
The Ford Everest has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Ford Everest makes the most power at 184kW.
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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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