Toyota ESTIMA vs Volkswagen TIGUAN

The Toyota ESTIMA is more common with 17,260 registered in New Zealand compared to 17,046 for the Volkswagen TIGUAN. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Volkswagen TIGUAN uses less fuel at 7.6 L/100km compared to 8.8 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Both are classified as SUV & Wagon vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Toyota ESTIMA is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Volkswagen TIGUAN runs on petrol.

0% of Toyota ESTIMA models were imported new to NZ, while 98% came as used imports. For the Volkswagen TIGUAN, 86% were new and 13% were used imports.

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.