A flawed gem? 2024 VW Tiguan Elegance review

The Tiguan's been one of the best 'normal' family SUVs for 17 years now, and this latest third-generation car promises to be the best yet. But is it? Join me with a 1.5 TSI Elegance model of the new Tiguan as I put it through its paces as a family car, show you the cabin and boot space, prod the tech and tell you the honest truth about what it's like to drive. And it's not all roses…

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[kurorintala]

Saw one in person for the first time this week. I didn't immediately recognize it as a Tiguan, it seemed smaller and more anonymous. The previous one was distinctively a Tiguan.

[DILLYBOB]

I have a 2016 mk1 facelift and its just hit 186k miles and still on its original clutch, I love it and would have another one if I could afford it. 😂

[Braver]

It looks very slick, round, and plastic-like, bubble style with a huge TV that doesn't fit into the design. The way to the successful design is simple, Volkswagen, takes the Touareg and makes a smaller copy of it. Why these round ID's shapes are present where strict forms gone?!

[menifo]

I didn't think the previous version could look any more dull and boring... but clearly it actually can!

[jimbrown]

We have had one for the last two years

[Ambienfinity]

Great review. Like all VWs it's a smart and understated thing. I don't think I'd pay quite that much for one, but it will probably be a decent companion. Like you, the minor issues (fogging of light bar, rear camera) smack of poor quality control, something that seems endemic to recent models.

[jeremyskelchy]

"living under a rock like Jesus at Easter" ... I should not find that funny .. but I bursed out laughing😂

[krane]

@6:08 yes, its a soft cloth on the rear of the seats so that your 5 year old can kick a hole in the fabric once they get boarded on the long drive to go visit grandma.

Wish it offer rear seat shades, even if the shelf is hard plastic.

[thesilverfox]

Always good reviews Tim. Great work and please keep them coming.

[peterwatson]

Just re-watched your last 'pasata' 😊 video - is the 1.5tsi in this Tiguan lacking the mild hybrid stuff?

[gert-jantencate]

1:08 we have this model. That model is a beautiful car. The new one is ugly.

[interceptor-sskb]

My neighbour just got one, her new motability car, that's kinda all I see the Tiguan as its built for that type of market.

[aficio]

As a Mk2 R line owner I will not be changing to the new Tiguan. It is over priced and so boringly bland. The styling is generic looking like many other vehicles. And I’m certainly not paying £500 car tax with a value of £40k plus.

[alechopkins]

I've always thought the Tiguan was a neat/nice looking SUV, but this new one unfortunately doesn't do anything for me in the looks department.

[kokudunyas]

Hi, Is there a software problem? such as not working when you start and giving an assistant error

[JayLew-]

when you say its uncomfortable, I drive similar roads to what you do in this video, would you say this would hurt your back after a bit?

[ST-uroh]

Random comment but what’s your boots ? They look nice

[shakers]

VW must be desperate to shift these. You can now get a Match style with DCC and metallic paint for £37, 895 (retail) which takes it below the dreaded 40 grand threshold.

[JakeThePeg]

Well that’s good timing. Just been offered one for a company car. Maybe not….

[richedwards]

Great review as always, just helped my decision making, strike off my list😊