Recently, Volkswagen debuted a new, larger Tiguan for the American market. The long-wheelbase model will boast an improved interior design, better legroom on the second row and more cargo space.
It's a good looking ride and we're all very excited for its arrival. It turns out Volkswagen will continue to sell the older, smaller current Tiguan model alongside the new hotness because With that in mind, I hopped behind the wheel of the Volkswagen Tiguan S 2.
It's hard to believe that the Volkswagen Tiguan -- still, technically, in its first generation -- has persisted practically unchanged for nearly a decade, but that's the reality.
Still, the old girl feels pretty spacious on the inside. Its I had plenty of head and legroom when I tucked my 5-foot, 9-inch frame into the second row for bit and there's a decent amount Filling both rows with 6-foot-plus passengers could begin to present a legroom issue, a problem that the upcoming larger model may solve with its longer wheelbase. The exterior got a refresh back in that has aged well, but this model's interior is really starting to look dated, especially when compared what new model will be bringing to showrooms in a few months.
Fortunately, VW's understated design is what I like to call "timelessly boring" so it may never actually cross the threshold into full-on outdated without a side-by-side comparison to the new hotness. As it, it toes the line between understated and economy.
Most likely, the reason that VW is keeping the smaller Tiguan around is to serve as a lower cost option for those who can't or won't swallow what will undoubtedly be a higher entry point for the larger, more fully featured long-wheelbase model. Today, the Tiguan S 2. The Tiguan's cabin is starting to show its age, but the tech in the dashboard still manages to feel update and push a lot of the right buttons.
Our base level, no options 2. The display also features proximity tech that uses infrared sensors to detect when a hand is approaching the screen and enlarge the interface's virtual buttons, making the on-screen shortcuts easier to hit. The x resolution isn't bad for a screen of this size unless you're using the standard rearview camera while reversing. Volkswagen Tiguan Are there any common issues? Most viewed in Advice. How can we help? Model Select a Model. Year optional Select a Year.
Email Address. Your Question. Carsguide reserves the right to not answer any questions for any reason. You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. The electrics are a problem, sensors at times are erratic for no obvious reason. Good performance from the 2 litre Petrol engine and DSG auto box. Not as good as manufacturers claim which seem to be the expected, but reasonable for engine and auto box 23 around town 34 on the motorway.
Version dsg. Bought Car New. Absolutely fabulous to drive, rapid when required, although you have to drive it hard to achieve real speed. Fantastic features including panoramic sun roof, full sat nav display. The LED lights can shape their beam around oncoming cars, they're very bright at night and light up the entire road ahead. It's very roomy, has had side rails fitted and hence looks really sporty. I had an Audi Q3 before and was dubious about changing to the VW, yes its a lot cheaper but in my opinion a far superior car and I am really glad I changed to this model.
This is my 4th Tiguan, and my first second-generation one. I opted for R-Line due to its high level of standard equipment package and looks for the price. It's a big improvement over the original and facelifted model for all the reasons given. I've only recently given it a motorway run using the cruise control and adaptive braking and found it to be a practical system that deals with even heavy traffic.
The SatNav is a little frustrating, it doesn't appear to take just a post code, when an address might not be fully known to input it.
I'm impressed with the auto headlight system. It's quiet and comfortable for this long run, set on Normal suspension. Pretty good for a car of this size, maybe wish I'd gone for more power to match its looks. Each consecutive model has made improvements to fuel economy. Version 1. Great SUV. Stable, Powerful. You feel the high torque when going uphill.
There is some delay before the turbo comes in I love this car, it does everything I need it to. It goes off road without a problem, wades through rivers without fuss and yet it has impeccable manners on the motorway.
It is slightly better equipped than my wife's Evoque which cost 15k more, the only thing hers has that the Tiguan doesn't is the electric boot lid. I have hammered it for 30k miles this year and it hasn't complained once, even in snow with normal tyres on.
The sunroof is amazing and I open it up overtime we can see blue sky. In a year i'll get another one for sure. Rapid for a 4x4. Version R line. Honeymoon period over.
Am experiencing many software glitches. Tyre pressure warning symbols appear and disappear. Side, front and brake assist sensors failing randomly to the point I'm happily driving an empty road and the red warning suddenly flashes and the brake comes on! Only very briefly but enough to make the car jolt. Car currently at the garage being assessed it but can't find the fault after two days.
I have a good relationship with our VW garage so remain hopeful it can be sorted. Version R line bhp dsg 4motion.
This is my second Tiguan, I owned first generation Tiguan 2. I kept that one for 6 years with a total of k miles when I exchanged it. My mk2 is an R-line bhp 2. Negatives first: slow launch from stop position with DSG box, stop-start stops too quickly causing delay in pulling off quickly again, not quite as sharp handling as the old one.
Very poor mpg compared to mk 1. Positives now : beautiful on the eye, fantastic kit, loads more room in the boot, fantastic interior, love the automatic adjustment on those bright led lights, much quieter on the inside, relaxing cruise, premium feel to car.
Don't normally like leather seats but love these along with electric adjustments with 3 memory settings. Overall: lovely classy premium feeling SUV, but not without compromise, MPG could be better and its lost some of its original mk 1 attributes. I would buy again but would stick to a manual box next time. History if good reliability and having done k on my previous mk1 I can't complain. On my mk 2 my grab handle above the door broke within first 2 days so I hope this is a one off.
In-gear performance ok but that delay at launch in DSG box could be a problem for me in living with car, only time will tell. Not the cheapest to run for a suv of this size or group, very disappointed considering how good the mark 1 was, definitely a step backwards here. When it works it's a great car. However i've owned mine for 1 year, having bought it as an ex-demo from a dealer. In that year, it's been back 5 times for warranty work, and i've just had to book it in again: 1.
It was recalled as the mood lighting in the roof was a fire risk. The battery died and i had to jump start the car. After it was jump started the parking sensors went mad, so it had to go back for a software reset. The rubber seals around the sun roof perished when the car was 18 months old , so i had rain coming through the roof into the electrics behind the rear view mirror. This took a fortnight to fix, and i'm told that VW issued a recall for this issue a few weeks later 5. The engine management light has come on - this is now booked in for what will be it's 6th repair under warranty.
Owned More than 5 years. Endless electrical issues - engine and exhaust in particular. Ignition switch failure, electric handbrake failure twice, door locks failure - most things sorted by independent garage after I gave up at the dealer network. On my fourth set of rear hatch gas struts - including the mount breaking and having to have a new mount welded in and the whole back hatch painted.
Mechanically it hasn't stopped though and is pleasant enough to drive. None to speak of - completely without performance! Version SEL Diesel dsg.
An awful car with rubbish build quality. There's cheap plastics everywhere, uncomfortable seats, awful fuel economy unless on motorway all the time and heavy steering. No electric adjustment on any front seat. So much for German build quality. The first and last VW I will ever own. I currently own the Tiguan R-line and I must say I am mightily impressed with it. It is reaaly comfortable on the 20" wheels, better than I expected.
I love the lane assist, the adaptive cruise and the traffic jam assist and the panoramic sunroof just floods the car with light. I made the right decision getting this car, for the kit that comes as standard on the R-line trim I think it offers fantastic value for money given the build quality and the badge appeal. Well done Volkswagen, highly recommended. It's a great car for long journeys.
Ride is firm but very comfortable personal taste. It's noticeably larger than the previous Mk1, especially for boot space. Handling and engine responsiveness are great and the array of engine mode including eco, makes a noticeable difference to fuel economy.
I've little to criticise, but living in a rural area I have to disable front assist in country lanes to avoid unexpected fierce braking being triggered which can be off-putting. As with other VW reviewers, I've found the SatNav isn't intuitive and journey times always are grossly underestimated. It's good for a little light off-roading, too, e. Thus far no problem.
Keep an eye on AdBlue levels and keep supplies at home unless you live near your dealer. As expected for modest SUV. Good response if overtaking needed e. As for any VW! Fuel economy seems better than expected.
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