Buying new SUV - Kodiaq, Edge or Tiguan?
I'm after an everyday SUV that will be able to tow a trailer and a large jet ski. The car must be large - capable of carrying four adults - and feature an automatic gearbox. I have shortlisted the Volkswagen Tiguan, Ford Edge and Skoda Kodiaq. Of my list of cars, what's your view on them?
Asked on 21 October 2016 by Emilio1
Answered by
Honest John
The 3008 2.0 180 diesel auto has a maximum towing weight of 1700kg, but the 2.0 150 manual can tug 2000kg. Comprehensive test and specs here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/peugeot/peugeot-30.../
The SEAT Ateca with the new high torque wet clutch seven-speed DSG is a contender: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/seat/seat-ateca-20.../
We'll be testing the Kodiak soon and that will have the same drivetrains (with the exception of the 1.0TSI). The autoboxes spoil the otherwise impressive KIA Sorento, KIA Sportage, Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Santa Fe. I drove the Edge about a month ago and didn't like it, but our tester thought differently: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/ford/ford-edge-20-.../
Expensive new Tiguan that also gets the new seven-speed wet clutch DSG here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/volkswa.../ You could add the Mazda CX-5 to your list. Excellent six-speed torque converter auto.
The SEAT Ateca with the new high torque wet clutch seven-speed DSG is a contender: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/seat/seat-ateca-20.../
We'll be testing the Kodiak soon and that will have the same drivetrains (with the exception of the 1.0TSI). The autoboxes spoil the otherwise impressive KIA Sorento, KIA Sportage, Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Santa Fe. I drove the Edge about a month ago and didn't like it, but our tester thought differently: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/ford/ford-edge-20-.../
Expensive new Tiguan that also gets the new seven-speed wet clutch DSG here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/volkswa.../ You could add the Mazda CX-5 to your list. Excellent six-speed torque converter auto.
Similar questions
Are there any problems with automatics Toyota RAV4a? I will not be going off road but do live in rural North Wales so do get snow in the winter.
We are looking to buy a used SUV with four-wheel drive. We don't plan to do serious off-roading, but will use the vehicle for ski trips to the mountains. As a result, the car must be comfortable for motorways...
I have owned since new a 1996 automatic two-door RAV4. After 15 years and nearly 100,000 miles I want to replace it with a small car for ease of parking. I'd like a 4x4 to cope with winter conditions at...
Related models
Very quiet and refined. Huge boot and plenty of rear passenger room. Handles well and is a great motorway cruiser.
High-quality interior offers plenty of practicality, plus a strong array of standard equipment. Refined driving experience fits with Volkswagen’s upmarket image.
Quiet, comfortable and easy to drive. Practical, spacious and solid cabin. Good value for money. 2018 Honestjohn.co.uk Car of the Year.
.jpg)
