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These are the exact qualities that can be said to define the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is agile, alert, and offers a comfortable ride to its passengers.
Volkswagen has continued to remain relevant, mainly as a reliable brand that hardly disappoints its customers with its cars. These are the exact qualities that can be said to define the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is agile, alert, and offers a comfortable ride to its passengers.
It is advisable to opt for the SE with Appearance trim as it offers most of the premium advanced features as standard at an affordable price in addition to some of the basic essential features required to make the ride comfortable. Thus, SE with Appearance trim is the best choice in the lineup.
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These are the exact qualities that can be said to define the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is agile, alert, and offers a comfortable ride to its passengers.
Volkswagen has continued to remain relevant, mainly as a reliable brand that hardly disappoints its customers with its cars. These are the exact qualities that can be said to define the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is agile, alert, and offers a comfortable ride to its passengers.
The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Basic SUV is offered in five trims, namely- S, SE, SE With Appearance, SEL, and R-Line. The main difference between these trims in addition to the price relates to the fact that as one moves up the trims, the interior features get more advanced and the cabin functions better.
Trims |
S |
SE |
SE with Appearance |
SEL |
R-Line |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$26,255 |
$28,250 |
$31,260 |
$33,590 |
$37,650 |
Features |
Cloth Upholstery |
17-inch alloy wheels |
18-inch wheels |
navigation system |
Leather upholstery |
16-inch alloy wheels |
heated front seats |
chrome exterior trim |
premium Fender audio system |
19-inch wheels |
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heated side mirrors |
leatherette (premium vinyl) upholstery |
fog lights |
dual-zone automatic climate control |
adaptive xenon headlights |
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roof rails |
power-adjustable driver’s seat |
panoramic sunroof |
sport-tuned suspension |
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trailer-hitch prep |
keyless entry and ignition |
sport body kit |
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cruise control |
power recline for the passenger seat |
LED running lights |
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It is advisable to opt for the SE with Appearance trim as it offers most of the premium advanced features as standard at an affordable price in addition to some of the basic essential features required to make the ride comfortable. Thus, SE with Appearance trim is the best choice in the lineup.
The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan is offered in a 2.0L Inline-4 engine that is responsible for facilitating a power output of 200hp and a torque of 207lb-ft. The engine ensures that the ride and handling of the Volkswagen Tiguan are quite smooth without putting too much pressure on the engine. The car is quite gentle even on bumpy roads.
The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV comes with a front-wheel-drive drivetrain that is mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. This allows the Volkswagen Tiguan to have a peppy acceleration and steady handling. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan sprints from 0-60MPH in 8.2 seconds and reaches quarter-mile in 16.3 seconds.
Model |
Volkswagen Tiguan SUV |
Ford Escape SUV |
Honda CR-V SUV |
---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$26,225 |
$25,650 |
$21,210 |
Engine |
2.0L Inline-4 |
1.6L Inline-4 |
2.0L Inline-4 |
Drivetrain |
FWD |
FWD |
AWD |
Transmission |
6 Speed Shiftable Automatic |
6 Speed Shiftable Automatic |
6 Speed Shiftable Automatic |
Power |
200hp@5100rpm |
178hp@5700rpm |
146hp@6000rpm |
Torque |
207lb-ft@1700rpm |
184lb-ft@2500rpm |
146lb-ft@2800rpm |
0-60 (MPH) (seconds) |
8.2 |
6.0 |
7.3 |
Quarter Mile (MPH) (second) |
16.3 |
15.0 |
15.6 |
Top Speed |
127 MPH |
139MPH |
114 MPH |
From the data, it is evident that the Volkswagen Tiguan offers the maximum power and torque suggesting that it offers the most powerful engine in comparison to its rivals. However, it is the slowest car in the section in terms of acceleration and speed. The Ford Escape comes second, and it is the fastest car in this segment. The Honda CR-V is the least powerful car.
Fuel efficiency is one aspect that has been criticized by most for the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. The engine of the Volkswagen Tiguan is thirsty, making the Tiguan a fuel guzzler. Despite having a decent fuel capacity of 16.8 gallons, the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan offers 21MPG within city ranges, 26MPG on the highways, and combined mileage of 23MPG. These figures are quite disappointing, and it confirms our assumption that the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a poor fuel economy.
Model |
Volkswagen Tiguan SUV |
Ford Escape SUV |
Honda CR-V SUV |
---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) |
21 |
23 |
27 |
MPG (Highway) |
26 |
32 |
32 |
MPG (Combined) |
23 |
26 |
29 |
Range |
352.8/436.8/N/A |
356.5/496.0/N/A |
321.3/380.8/N/A |
Fuel Capacity |
16.8 |
15.5 |
11.9 |
The fuel economy provided by the models under assessment is somewhat in the same range. However, it is the Honda CR-V that offers the maximum individual mileage but has the least range in addition to having the least fuel capacity. The 2015 Ford Escape offers the best mileage and has the maximum fuel capacity, whereas the Volkswagen Tiguan loses out this segment for being the least fuel-efficient.
It is the interior of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan which has gained the maximum attention and appreciation in the market. The interior of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan is charming. It is styled simply but it becomes attractive to look at since the cabin is richly textured and quite proportionate.
The cabin is made up of fine materials, including hard plastics which don’t look dull, rather adds to the charm of the cabin. Moreover, the cabin also includes cloth upholstery, and as one moves up the trims, the cloth upholstery is replaced by leather upholstery. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan can easily accommodate 5 occupants with the utmost ease and comfort.
Model |
Volkswagen Tiguan SUV |
Ford Escape SUV |
Honda CR-V SUV |
---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulders/Legs) (.in) |
39.0/56.7/40.9 |
39.9/56.0/43.1 |
37.6/53.5/41.7 |
Second Row (Head/Shoulders/Legs) (.in) |
39.1/56.3/36.1 |
39.0/55.3/36.8 |
37.2/50.4/35.0 |
Cargo Capacity (Cu. Ft) |
23.8 |
34.3 |
10.1 |
From the data, it is evident that the Ford Escape is the most spacious model in comparison to its rivals and offers the maximum cargo space. The Volkswagen Tiguan comes second but it offers more spacious rear seats. The Honda CR-V is the least spacious model in comparison to its rivals and it feels quite cramped. Additionally, the Honda offers the least cargo space. The main interior features of the 2015Volkswagen Tiguan SUV include:
The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV comes with a 5.0-inch touchscreen display, which hosts a majority of its infotainment features. The infotainment system of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan has been appreciated by the users for its accessibility and its straightforward usage.
The infotainment interface is moreover quite responsive. However, on the flip side, the touchscreen is quite small, which affects the graphics. The graphics look dull, and the features included look outdated. The main infotainment features of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV include:
Volkswagen had attempted to be quite creative while styling the Tiguan but it mostly misses the mark. The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan is very conservatively styled, which makes its design forgettable. The design is quite upright even though the clean lines and frames try to give it a classy look.
However, the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan is vertically stretched with larger wheels, helping make it a more obvious member of the crossover category and lending some visual interest to the exterior. The overall look is subdued—it's not particularly sporty or rugged—the front end is crisply defined. Coming to the exterior dimensions, the Volkswagen Tiguan is moderately styled to look like a crossover SUV.
Model |
Volkswagen Tiguan SUV |
Ford Escape SUV |
Honda CR-V SUV |
---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
3404 |
3515 |
2952 |
Length (.in) |
174.5 |
178.1 |
168.3 |
Width (.in) |
71.2 |
72.4 |
69.6 |
Height (.in) |
65.6 |
66.3 |
60.9 |
Wheelbase (.in) |
102.5 |
105.9 |
101.2 |
Ground Clearance (.in) |
7.9 |
7.9 |
6.2 |
From the data, it is evident that the Ford Escape is the biggest model in comparison. Additionally, the Ford Escape is also the heaviest model in this section. The Volkswagen Tiguan comes second, whereas the Honda CR-V couldn’t keep up in terms of dimensions with its rivals and comes last in this segment. The Honda CR-V is not only the smallest model in the segment, but it is also the lightest one. The main exterior features of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV include:
It is not surprising to know that the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV has done generously well in the crash-testings offered by the NHTSA and the IIHS. The NHTSA has awarded the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan a total of 5-star ratings, whereas the IIHS has certified the Volkswagen Tiguan as “Good” taking into consideration its standard crash prevention and crash mitigation technologies. The Volkswagen Tiguan SUV offers a plethora of safety features such as airbags, remote vehicle access, antilock disc brakes among others. The main safety features of the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV include:
The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is an impressive car that is affordable and yet comes with a luxurious interior that is made up of quality materials. The performance of the engine is quite active and offers a comfortable ride to its occupants. Even though there are few flaws with the Volkswagen Tiguan, they can be ignored as the 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV is a decent car.