Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs Volkswagen Tiguan

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV starts from $58,990 before on-road costs, while the Volkswagen Tiguan opens at $44,990. That makes the Volkswagen Tiguan the more affordable entry point by $14,000.

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 $64,889 and $49,489 respectively.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Volkswagen Tiguan, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by roughly $9,080 in fuel alone.

Both the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Volkswagen Tiguan hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 83% for the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 9 in the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Volkswagen Tiguan adds a 360-degree camera that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV misses.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV stands out with Apple CarPlay and Yamaha audio that you will not find on the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Volkswagen Tiguan counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV uses a Petrol producing 225kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7 seconds.

The Volkswagen Tiguan responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a auto driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the clear power advantage at 225kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is 0.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV measures 4,710mm long on a 2,705mm wheelbase, 171mm longer than the Volkswagen Tiguan at 4,539mm (2,681mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 615L in the Volkswagen Tiguan, giving the Volkswagen Tiguan a 137L advantage. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Volkswagen Tiguan leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $350/year for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and $2,166/year for the Volkswagen Tiguan. That is a $1,816 annual difference in favour of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Estimated annual total: $350 (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs $2,166 (Volkswagen Tiguan). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV saves you roughly $1,816 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tiguan). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has longer coverage.