Honest John Home | Good Garage Guide
Log in | New account
Volkswagen Tiguan (2008 - )  
Home » Car by Car » Volkswagen » Tiguan 2008

Decent SUV with diesel automatic option, comfortable seats, 'Escape' version capable off-road, optional Park Assist works well. Much better from September 2011 upgrade and facelift.

Originally had hard ride, 2.0 TDI PD no longer the best, fuel economy not brilliant.

Introduction

Oh, no, not another 4x4. Are the roads really that bad?

What next: an Audi Hiawatha? By my count, the VW Tiguan numbers the 63rd SUV on the UK market. Should you be even remotely interested?

Well, first there's the badge.

VW reliability might not be as legendary as it was. But that Beastie Boy medallion still cuts some sway in snobby Surrey suburbs.

Then there's the back seats. Slightly higher than the fronts, Freelander style, giving kids in the back a view forwards, and making them less likely to chuck up down your neck. These seats are also supremely comfortable, centre rear is fine for adults as well as kids and legroom is generous.

 

Next: What's Good »

Last updated 22 March 2012
More at the Volkswagen website  

Related News & Road Tests

Best monthly deals on new cars

More Monthly Deals »

Also Consider

  • Ford Kuga 2008
    Best handling crossover apart from Mazda CX-7. Comes with useful split tailgate. Economical 2.0 TDCI engine. Two-wheel drive version available which emits just 156g/km.
  • Audi Q3 2011
    Stylish and compact SUV in a similar fashion to the Range Rover Evoque. Impressive fuel economy and low CO2. Two and four-wheel drive available.
  • Honda CR-V 2007
    Roomy and versatile. Very comfortable, pleasant and relaxing to drive. not at all cumbersome. 2.2iCTDI diesel is excellent.
  • Volkswagen Touareg 2010
    Refined and sophisticated cabin, strong but economical 3.0 TDI engine, feels well built and robust, handles impressively well for a large 4x4.

Honest John's Car Buying Advice

Get the low-down on how to buy and sell cars the hassle-free way

Sign up for Honest John's Email Newsletter

Road Tests • Buying Tips • Deals
• Terms and Conditions   • Advertise on this site   • Contact