Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021 review | Chasing Cars

We drive the updated Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line and see what this sporty SUV is like to drive.

The second-generation Volkswagen Tiguan got bigger and better to drive, but the crowning glory of the range has always been the EA888 two-litre turbo 162TSI model in R-Line trim. So, does the flagship 2021 Tiguan get even better thanks to recent updates? Is the most expensive petrol-fuelled Tiguan still the one to buy?

Should you consider a Tiguan? Does a RAV4 Hybrid make more sense, or something like an Escape ST-Line, Kodiaq Sportline or the new Hyundai Tucson?

In today’s video, Ponch takes a detailed look at the revised top of the range Tiguan 162TSI R-Line in 2.0T AWD guise to give you detailed insights about this vehicle.

What do you think of this car? Leave a comment below.

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Time codes:

0:00 - What is the Tiguan R-Line?
0:35 - Design changes
2:13 - Boot space
2:58 - Front interior
8:01 - Back seats
9:54 - Insurance, fuel economy, servicing, warranty
10:40 - Driving and handling
16:32 - Verdict

[rayf]

Had my 162 TSI R-Line delivered last week with sunroof and sound and vision options and the nightshade blue colour. What a fantastic car to drive, it's handling, road manners and cornering are superb, it just makes driving enjoyable.

[ericlanela]

So glad/happy that the infotainment system is not popping out of the dashboard like so many are doing!!

[che]

Saw one on the street of Melbourne today, probably a lower spec one. But man it looks good!

[ariekridz]

Best review so far for Tiguan model. Makes me want to change my Passat to Tiguan R line. Waiting for 2021 model arrives at Singapore showroom.

[MrHariniz]

Thank you for mentioning the after sale cost as well ! Service pricing plan and insurance. You guys are doing a better job than other reviewers by providing this additional info. Cheers .

[rktd]

Love it heaps .... I want to get one straight away ! But, can all those chrome works turn into black ? Does it come in black trim ....

[PvC-Jan]

It’s a great vehicle but I prefer my 2.0 TDI model. Love the review mate. Greetings from South Africa!

[tharinduwijayasena]

informative review with nice production quality as well. you guys deserve more views and subscribers!

[TisaraM]

At first I was a little bit upset that Kevin Rudd's lovechild didn't do this review. Tom has a cult following in our household and we always look forward to his reviews. But, the new bloke did a really good job. A really good job! Excellent review of the new Tiguan! Had me engaged.

[gozzoz]

i like to watch this guys reviews...hi is pretty good..keep up the good work...

[Jasonmountainbiker]

Just ordered one in the same colour as your review. Ticks all the boxes for me.

[bv]

I like the chrome and think it looks great

[shaddolf]

I love the look of that colour in the sun, but looks quite dark in the shade?

[MarkB_Qld]

easy to overcome the slightly soft performance in Normal mode. Have someone with OBD11 use the app to adjust throttle settings to Audi profile. Makes a small but noticeable change - better response

[Mikey-vxyz]

Which do you think is the better car; the Tiguan R Line, or the Passat Alltrack Premium?

[stephantranquille]

Great review, C.C. is becoming quite an awesome channel!

[michealoliver]

Life made easy
Need to get one of these

[rktd]

Does the 2021 Tiguan have TSR ( traffic sign recognition) as standard equipped?

[truestar]

Good review. What an irony that Tiguan has wireless carplay across the range but no wireless charging whereas the top spec Santefe & Sorento has the opposite!

[kerrysmith]

Hey Tom, can you do a comparison between the RAV4 hybrid cruiser and the VW Tiguan R line?