2021 Volkswagen Tiguan in-depth review - still the best all-round family SUV?

The Volkswagen Tiguan is VW’s most popular model. The latest version is here and it gets updated styling and an array of new technology to help keep it a bestseller. It also has a very practical interior, a vast boot and an excellent choice of engines. Is it enough to tempt buyers away from stylish rivals like the Peugeot 3008 or the much-improved Hyundai Tucson? Nicola Hume puts the new TIguan to the test to find out.

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[Danny-]

I got a Tiguan r line 2 years ago on a pcp. My wife is the main driver as she take our little girl around in it, and I have to say it is a fantastic family car, it good to drive, it has all the kit you need and it is fantastic to go away on holiday in. I can not recommend this car enough. We will be getting another one next year when the contract is up. I will be getting the Tiguan R

[philg]

I've watched hundreds possibly thousands of car reviews and this review is the best of the best. All the information you need in an intelligent, entertaining and easily understood analysis. Brilliant.

[welshben]

Great review, good presentation & actually mentioning other similar sized Cars in the same class. Unlike some other reviewers who seem to think the Volvo XC40 & BMW X1 are the same size as the Tiguan, Kuga & others.

[podunkman]

That was a real pleasure to see u doing this review. What energy! 🙂

[jamesmccormack]

Love your reviews, enjoyable and fun with a simple flair for everyone to understand. Really think this is more of a why fix Wats not broke kind of update for the VW group, and nothing wrong with that Wen it seems to be such a capable all-rounder.

[ronnieochieng]

this is the most entertaining, informative car review--bravo

[Lecruque]

God I love this reviewer! Just another level. Good job!

[me-jufv]

Best review by far. Love the presenter

[teacherjosep]

I like the classy design( I want a car not a plastic spaceship) and the dolphin grey metalic color😍 The perfect familiar car😀

[seamushennessy]

I'd like people's opinion on the 1.5 tsi petrol dsg? I've only got small journeys, with a long motorway trip once a month. Would you pick diesel or petrol. Thanks

[lewisjohnston]

Great presentation and nice range defining

[MrManjHussain]

Well done good efforts although in the beginning started of with few hiccups... Lol

[subhashkalathil]

Hi can you compare this car with JAGUAR E PACE, Range Rover Evoque and the SUBARU FORESTER ? Regarding Diesel benefit, Price, market reputation and utility convinience

[cosmicjohn]

We just got a 2017 and we love it. I love how simple VW's are, I'm going to get myself a Gli next year for myself!

[markkeeble]

Hi

What do you think is best for towing a caravan?

[robloxtransportsimulation]

we just got a life one yesterday and came with an electric boot!!

[graemecouch]

You didnt mention economy, the excellent Led headlights or the great electric tailgate that is fast & silent !

[itz.doubledee]

I’ve just purchased the Tiguan elegance diesel 150PS with a few optional extras and of course 4Motion which is brilliant for the UKs limited amount of snow and muddy tracks love the air stop tyres on the Tiguan and the IQ lights are just brilliant they are not actually standard on the r-line trim nor is the sunroof or electric tailgate hence why I chose the better elegance trim and upgraded to the 20” wheels and DCC

[austinokomol]

Now we want a drag race Mat watson vs Yianni vs nicola.

[antonthompson]

Awesome review by the best reviewer on YouTube! I have a question do you think this is the most practical SUV or do you think the new Tucson is even more practical and just as reliable, thanks?