Volkswagen Tiguan vs Mazda CX-60

The Volkswagen Tiguan starts from $44,990 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-60 opens at $45,640. That makes the Volkswagen Tiguan the more affordable entry point by $650.

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 $50,204 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Volkswagen Tiguan and Mazda CX-60 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 83% for the Volkswagen Tiguan and 91% for the Mazda CX-60.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Volkswagen Tiguan, against 5 on the Mazda CX-60.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Volkswagen Tiguan and 7 in the Mazda CX-60.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Volkswagen Tiguan features a 12.9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Mazda CX-60 gets a 10.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Volkswagen Tiguan stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and power tailgate — features our data doesn't list for the Mazda CX-60. The Mazda CX-60 counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Volkswagen Tiguan uses a 1.4 litre TSI producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed dsg to a FWD layout.

The Mazda CX-60 responds with a Petrol making 138kW and 250Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.4 seconds.

The Mazda CX-60 has the clear power advantage at 138kW vs 110kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Volkswagen Tiguan measures 4,539mm long on a 2,681mm wheelbase, 201mm shorter than the Mazda CX-60 at 4,740mm (2,870mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-60 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 652L in the Volkswagen Tiguan and 570L in the Mazda CX-60, giving the Volkswagen Tiguan a 82L advantage.

For towing, the Mazda CX-60 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 1,800kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,166/year for the Volkswagen Tiguan and $2,138/year for the Mazda CX-60. That is a $28 annual difference in favour of the Mazda CX-60.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Volkswagen Tiguan) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-60). Both match on warranty length.