Volkswagen Tiguan vs Alfa Romeo Junior
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.
Volkswagen Tiguan
From $44,990
SUV
Petrol
Petrol
110kW
7.6 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
652L
Alfa Romeo Junior
From $45,900
SUV
Petrol
Petrol MHEV
100kW
4.1 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
415L
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Price Breakdown
The Volkswagen Tiguan starts from $44,990 before on-road costs, while the Alfa Romeo Junior opens at $45,900. 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 $49,489 and $50,490 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Alfa Romeo Junior by roughly $4,985 in fuel alone.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan features a 12.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Alfa Romeo Junior gets a 10.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Alfa Romeo Junior counters with ambient lighting that the Volkswagen Tiguan does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Volkswagen Tiguan uses a Petrol producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout.
The Alfa Romeo Junior responds with a Petrol MHEV making 100kW and 230Nm, paired to a dct driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.
The Volkswagen Tiguan has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 100kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Volkswagen Tiguan measures 4,539mm long on a 2,681mm wheelbase, 369mm longer than the Alfa Romeo Junior at 4,170mm (2,557mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volkswagen Tiguan generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 652L in the Volkswagen Tiguan and 415L in the Alfa Romeo Junior, 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 11.7m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,166/year for the Volkswagen Tiguan and $1,169/year for the Alfa Romeo Junior. That is a $997 annual difference in favour of the Alfa Romeo Junior.
Estimated annual total: $2,166 (Volkswagen Tiguan) vs $1,169 (Alfa Romeo Junior). The Alfa Romeo Junior saves you roughly $997 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tiguan) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Alfa Romeo Junior). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
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.
Buy the Alfa Romeo Junior if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Alfa Romeo's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Volkswagen Tiguan takes 4 of 5 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. 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, Volkswagen Tiguan and Alfa Romeo Junior?
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.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Volkswagen Tiguan all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has the largest boot at 652L.
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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