Volkswagen have done an excellent job with this car's design, looks so good in my opinion. Going to be so bold to say that it looks better than: X3/X4, Q5/Q3/Q2, and the GLC.
Detailed and professional review. Had a 12 Tiguan and was waiting for the new one to replace it with but wasn't interested in getting the long wheelbase model heading to the US market. I also wanted a TDI 4Motion model to improve the fuel economy. After the whole emissions thing, I realized that wasn't coming either. Furthermore, VW cars sold here in North America tend to be less equipped to contain pricing. As good as this car seems to be, if I can't purchase it with features available in other markets and on competing products, I don't really need to buy it. I will say the redesign seems to be a overdue improvement. The interior looks handsome and exterior appears conservatively appealing.
What a great review. You combine your obvious knowledge of car design with a light hearted but informative review, without trying to show off your personality, as some others do. Thanks.
Starting with this Tiguan 2017 review, the High quality and artistic views of your Videos now surpass all Reviews on the Internet including the U.S. Motortrend and Road and Track Reviews. I watch your reviews in High Definition on My Alienware 18 Computer.
Thomas, you are a star. I love your comments and reviews. You have a wonderful personality It is always the first place I check out when I want to see a review of any car. Keep up your amazing work. Congratulations to you and you team for all of the brilliant reviews that you bring to TH-cam 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I'm impressed, I want to finance one, waiting to be on sale. You did a good job in this review. I always watched your reviews and they are well done. Thanks Thomas.
This was my introduction to your new group tiguan tiguan review. We also review your current group saw about 700 people. Republic of Korea in the preliminary many owners waiting for the new tiguan. You always have good-looking review.
Thanks a lot for review! VW Tiguan is the icon of style, impressed by design and all modern equipment (especially R-line). It’s my dream to drive Tiguan and if no war or revolution I bay it definitely. A friend of mine is Putin’s friend and he prefers German cars, “the best choice”, he said. That’s right! And new Tiguan is the best proof of it!
hey Thomas, very insightful review as always, so you're in Berlin, was really looking forwards to seeing you guys, well perhaps next time I'm in Deutschland. keep up the great work
hey, man. this new version really looks better than ever before. hope it could be the new begining of changing the tough sales situation in US now, and refresh its repotutation!!!!!!
Thanks Thomas, excellent review. I still like this car, especially in ruby red. And everything seems to be just right. The exterior is rather 'simple' and a bit boxy, but they still somehow managed to make it very attractive. And it looks fine to me with the 18" rims, no need for the big guns! :-) In the interior too, everything just right. Looks very nice in the light color with the different fabrics on the seats. Your review seems to confirm what you already suspected on your first test of the Tiguan: it's quite a comfortable and relaxing car to drive. I wonder how the Seat Ateca will stack up against this. Seat likes to stress that it is a sporty car to drive, which makes me wonder if they maybe let the comfort suffer for that.
13:00 Good tomas this time you mentioned the extra rubber list on the doors. You didn't do it on the Kadja,but in the other hand i haven't seen anyone else mentioned it ether :)
+Autogefühl - Thomas, I noticed that on this (and the Tiguan R-line) video, you show that they have improved the sensitivity of the closing mechanism for the tail gate. But it only seems to work once. I think the reason may be, that when it is asked to close the first time, it will stop at any sign of a problem, but I think it is likely, that VW made it so that if you then tell the tail gate to close again after it stopped, probably you actually want it to push (for instance if a lot of luggage is in the trunk). I'm not sure, so maybe you could test it, but I think it works like this; if it stops from registering e.g. a person (like your arm in the test), and you then press the button twice (one to open, one to re-close), it will assume you are aware and actually want to close it. So it will not stop easily. If you allow it to close fully, maybe wait five seconds, and then open it again. Then I think that the system is reset, so that if you attempt to close it on your arm again, my guess is that it will stop like the first time. So basically like they told you; it's always a compromise between actually working system and security, so maybe, they made the compromose like so? :) P.S.: I think it's really good that you helped raise awareness of this problem. I had actually not considered testing it, untill I saw you did it in an old video. :) Good job!
Very optimistic about this SUV. The bigger size will make it appealing to many Americans. I don't understand why loading the car with panoramic roof and keep seat adjustment manual. It's very odd options combination
Great review and looking forward to getting my 240 SEL with offroad package in the New Year. The only thing I have not seen mentioned anywhere though is the wading capabilities of the car. I would welcome anybody's info on this...
I appreciate the effort you put into these detailed videos, but they would be even better if you could lower the music volume dramatically, because hearing what you're saying is a lot more important than hearing the music. If people want to hear music they would subscribe to other TH-cam music channels.
+Shin Ken thanks! Hm, actually the music is already at -17 db and at -40 db when I am talking and fading out .. but i ll take your feedback into consideration!
The new Tiguan has a classy refined look. Much better than the old style for sure. Also I like the fact that the US version is a little longer and uses regular fuel. The price of premium fuel can add up if you do a lot of driving. I only wish that VW would give the 2.0 US engine a bit more horsepower. The Euro diesel version has 190hp vs the US gas version with only 184hp? That's a bit low considering the US version will weigh a lot more with the added length. By the time I am ready to purchase, I hope VW will have addressed the engines' lack a horsepower.
Hi Thomas and Autogefühl team, another great review from you (I will stop to write it, it's like saying water is wet...). I tried this Tiguan last month in some events here in Switzerland. I can say it's for sure the best premium/non premium SUV in his category, but unfortunately here in Switzerland, when you take some options, the price become almost premium. The Tiguan I tried was very well equipped, but the price was around 55k euro, which is a lot (it was the 180ch petrol engine). A Hyundai Tucson is much less premium, especially inside, which looks kind of cheap compare to the amazing feeling of the TIguan, when you enter inside, but the Tucson cost around 15k less euro than the Tiguan with almost same engine. so, we really have to think if we wanna have a SUV not premium for cheap price or a Tiguan almost premium for almost premium price. You are lucky in Germany because german brand are so much cheaper than here.I should import one from your contry ;-)
+Bastie 73 15 k is really a big difference then, true! Did you watch our Tucson review? th-cam.com/video/bwbb6dfxBoY/w-d-xo.html Please keep commenting and hitting thumbs up button each time, it really helps us when you keep supporting us. So we can remain Autogefühl as a free service
+Autogefühl Yes, watched it, even left a comment :) Now waiting eagerly for the Seat Ateca review from Autogefühl, it will be a huge competitor for the Tiguan, less premium but still technology and cheaper !
Hi Thomas, thanks for an excellent review. Really looking forward to the Tiguan Allspace review! One question, what song is being played 9 minutes into the video? Love it!
Long time car fan- I visit many car review sites- really appreciate your professional and thorough reviews. Your comparisons between makes/models is a welcome addition. Driving a 2010 GLK350 and looking into new mid size SUV- viewed your Tiguan and Tucson reviews with great interest... wish there was a head to head comparison review! Some things missing in a few of the reviews and important to many USA drivers: does the vehicle have the start stop feature; does speed control remain after a stop or must be reset; does speed control allow free wheeling on downhill or does it maintain set speed; traffic signals in side mirrors; heated/ventilated seats; AWD vs FWD in same model; full size or compact spare tire; anticipated service and repair costs (USA drivers find high service fees for European brands) ; Japanese/Korean brands seem to offer more gadgets/features per price than comparable European model. LOOKING Forward to more reviews- love your style of speech, delivery is calm and clear and overall is as pleasant as it is informative.
One question. The black car has no off-road package, right? Why do you mention then that the plastic around the wheel is an off-road feature. What is the name off this feature? I can`t find it in the "VW-Konfigurator".
Excellent car and review, just a bit to long! Styling a bit conservative but it makes it looks strong and indestructible. Orange color suits him better than black and dark colors, that conceal the design lines. And thumbs up for trance music selection! My suggestions are Armins A State of Trance episodes, defenetly! :-)
Hi Thomas, I have a question about the built quality in the rear doors. Is the black area (the top of the door) of the rear doors also softened or do they use hard plastics there? Regards Ozzy
Hi Thomas, thank you for the great reviews. Will you be reviewing the Toyota Rav4 hybrid as well? I was wondering how you think it compares to the Tiguan. Thanks!
+TheGolfdaily where I come from we don't like governments that tax car manufacturers and buyers because of emissions. Well done VW for putting one over them!
Great car but it is way more expensive than CX-5. 5000-7000€ at least. Also I feel like you are less picky about this car than its competitors ;) But great review overall. Thank you.
Not too much of a fan of the front, the rear is ok but the front for me is quite strange. Thankfully the interior is very nice. However, you may have mentioned something about this later in the video (I can't remember) however at 10:56 is that a transmission fault on the dashboard?
+EA - Enormous Assholes When you turn on the ignition some warning indicators flash so they show they are working basically, that's in a lot of cars. If you turn on the engine then, it would be a problem if the indicator would still be flashing.
Hi Thomas , absolutely gorgeous car this Tiguan MKII but having a 2L TSI 4motion they are very thirsty and at least here in Argentina we need autonomy to do 1000+ kms in medium distance trips . Going for a GLA now !
+joako2706 I meant possibly a 2.0 TDI is the better option for you, if you need autonomy. On a full tank with a 2.0 TDI engine you can drive 1000km for sure.
+Robert1970 at least here in Argentina the TDI 140 has been discontinued and this new generation will be here a petrol only car due to poor fuel quality and possible injection problems .
I am an owner of a 1.4 tsi. After barely 5000km ( no typo ) my engine starts shaking when running idle. While I find it self-evident that an engine runs smoothly, VW disagree and refuses to fix the problem, even when the car is still under warranty. I'm shocked.
I would go for "On Road" version. Love the wheels :) But black no thanks ! The Red Orange colour is original. For the interior, black and white is great but my seven years old daughter... you know :) But yes, no leather for the seats is the best choice. Carbon trim is (plastic I guess ??) really amazing too. Panoramic roof is a good option too. Best : rear seats adjustable. Nice review but you already know it :)
Thanks! I have another question, how do you think those beige seats take the punishment from jeans etc, especially if they are material and not leather?
komunista114 Well, it's not gonna be for this year, our garage let us know the Tiguan production can't keep up with the orders, they added another 3 months to ours ... really annoying, i think 2 million ppl already bought it :/
Great review Thomas, thank you. How would you compare this Tiguan with existing Q5 and XC60, all similarly equipped and all with 150 hp diesels/AT, Audi and Tiguan also AWD? I'm deciding among these three (Q5 and XC60 have some good prices these days, since there will be new versions this year yet). Thanks for advice.
+Lukas thanks man! Q5 is also a great compact SUV no question, and it does come very close to the Tiguan. What's the price difference for you? The XC60 is also nice, the biggest of those, but seems a lil oldschool comparing to the others
+Autogefühl The price difference is neglible. All 3, similarly equiped (but Tiguan having better safety features for that price - i' m guessing mainly because it is more modern) around €40 ths. My main focus is on safety, space, comfort, refinement and overall suv and quality feeling. Will be using it in city and highway transfers.
Hi Thomas! Thanks for an really exellent review! One question: Did the cars you tested have DCC or regular suspension? I will buy this car, that's why I m asking. :) Do you recommend DCC, or is the regular susp enough? It's quite expensive.. I want it to feel firm on the road without too much roll.
Brilliant comparison Thomas ! I really like this new Tiguan compared to the old one, and definitely I would go for the 18' alloy wheels combined with the offroad package, because as you said early, it has a higher ground clearance in the front and back. About the engines Thomas, have you found out if the 150 HP diesel engine has or not an ADBlue tank and how does it feels this engine combined with 4motion and DSG for every day driving and some offroad parts, compared with 190 HP version ? What is the most suitable engine for this car, in your opinion for a normal driver ? Thanks again for these excellent reviews and comparisons Thomas and keep up the good work !!!
+Cris FanCars thanks Cris ! I felt better with the TSI I drove up in sweden on the lake ! Think the 2.0 l TSI with 180 hp is the best suitable engine for the car
Hi Thomas, Great review! :-) I have one question to ask. Do you know when you are going to do an extensive review with the new Volvo S90 also with a driving part? Best regards, Tuukka
Thomas, a question for you: Compared to the previous generation (I leased one from 2008 to 2012), which was extremely fun to drive (it drives like a GTI, but bigger an taller), how this one compares in terms of 'fun' (e.g. steering sharpness, acceleration, cornering) ? This new generation is definitely bigger, and more 'family oriented'. BTW, nice review ! Cheers
+Omar Gardie hey omar, definitely more fun. Has a more refined suspension, more direct and natural steering etc. Have you seen our snow review from sweden? It is linked in the video description. There you will find out a lot about how fun it is :)
Hi Thomas, excellent review as always. I've ordered a car with the 220 TSI engine 2017 year model, most wanted equipment included here in Sweden. And of course no leather seats :-) The equipment level is like the German highline versions with some extras included. Here in Sweden the TSI 220 is more expensive than the TDI 190 (for the Passat it is the other way around), the only difference I know is the exterior rear design. Do you know what else differers, if any? Cheers Niklas
Thanks for quick response, I was a bit unclear in my question, I now understand. I was just wondering in difference in spec between TDI 190 and TSI 220. I know realize I will also get XDS+ with my coming TSI 220 along with the better looking rear. Any other differences I'm not aware of. Either way I'm longing for my new car, and still you're an impressive reviewer, no one can take that away from you. Cheers /N
You're welcome. I now know the details to share, if anyone other prefer petrol since of environmental issues with diesel NOX (in general) and non-mature hydrids/electric vehicles for environmental lifecycle reasons. Tiguan TSI 220 also includes DCC (adaptive chassi control), at least in Sweden. I hope to enlighten someone ;-) Not my choice, but for free so thanks VW. I would have chosen the panorama roof instead, any day :-) I would have been a good sales person for VW, but I'm not. My gratitude is for free, currently I own a VW Golf SC/Variant (TSI 105 and pacific blue color) -14 until Tiguan delivery ;-) /N
I think you make a mistake when you talk about a smaller screen. The screen in the Tiguan is always 20,3 cm (both the Discover Media and Discover Pro). The Discover Pro has as extra options a hard disk and Google Maps/Google Streetview.
+Robert1970 There are two different screen sizes: Radio „Composition Colour“: 12,7 cm diameter Radio „Composition Media“: 20,3 cm But indeed if you have a GPS, it is... Navigationsfunktion „Discover Media“: 20,3 cm Navigationssystem „Discover Pro“: 20,3 cm So what I meant is you can go with the basic stuff and no GPS but then use your smartphone as GPS. And now to make it even more complicated: The mean thing is that you cannot order App Connect for the VERY basic radio =)Gotta have at least Composition Media.
+Autogefühl Ok thanks, now it's clear. I thought that you meant the difference in diameter between the Discover Pro and Media. They both are 20,3 cm. You are right that the Composition Colour is 12,7 cm and smaller and is a cheaper option. Thanks for the great reviews, like too watch them, you get really all the details of a car, more then with other car reviewers. So keep up the good work! I ordered a Tiguan R line (white).
First, as a newcomer to your channel, congrats on a most informative review !!! I live in Italy and have option of 1.4L petrol, 150 hp, or 2 Diesel engines: 2.0 TDI @ 150 HP, or 2.0TDI @ 190HP. The petrol seems underpowered for a car of this size. Would you agree? (I saw your rec for 2.0L petrol 180 HP). Which of the 2 Diesel engines would you recommend? The higher HP diesel is 2.300 euros more. (I am thinking of DSG 4 motion btw)Many thanks. PS: in recent months, I have looked at the Honda CRV, new hybrid RAV4, and Hyndai Tucsco
Thanks for fast response!!. (I wish this 'customer focus" were available here in Italy!!), No, I will rarely have a fully loaded vehicle with 5 pax and bags. I would be using the car with air-conditioning of course, and I imagine that draws from the power available. I wish the petrol version you recommended were available, but VW here says there is little demand for petrol cars in Italy. Just as an aside, my wife (and I too) have been "fighting" to get a car with a light interior. There are few Asian car companies that offer a light interior unless special ordered. We have decided on the "off-white" with black panel seats on the Tiguan, even though we do not find it attractive in the photos/video. What are your thoughts? thanks, again !
+James W Frank you re welcome m8. Hmm I dont think the 1.4 l petrol 150 hp will be underpowered if you are driving mostly _not_ heavily loaded. It still has a turbo and that one usually gives you enough power when you hammer the throttle. Me personally I wouldnt be afraid to go for the 1.4 l turbo. Maybe your dealer has some VW car in stock where you can test that engine to prove it yourself? How many kilometres are you driving a year? If its not UBER much, then I d really go for the petrol
Thanks again, Thomas. You have made me think! I don't drive a lot, maybe 10-15,000km/year, so I know the savings are not that great -if at all- for a diesel especially when the 1.4TSI is 5000 euros cheaper . But in Italy, the petrol is not offered with 4Motion which I wanted for a dirt road where we live and for the addional height (though 1 cm is really insignificant perhaps). Also, the petrol has ACT technology which has me a bit worried. Is this technology "tried, tested, and proven". I had not heard of it before. (I will re-look at your video to see if you mentioned it.) Grazie!
Thomas, please see my reply below. I think I posted in the wrong place. Re my question about color of seats, what was your feeling about the black and white combo? I don't think it looks so good in the photos. Was real life a lot better?
will this car keep it's digital dashboard and the display in the U.S. because this is the only reason that I will get this car. I also want to know the price on the highest trim level on this car in Europe so I might have an idea of it's price in the U.S.
When could we meet with you personally? I would love the have a presentation from you about the past years, your experience etc. I am sure that most of us would love to have one like that, with a mixture of a youtube livestream for those who can not be there.
Maybe a bit of The Jam or The Cure or something. Now I just picture you on a beach holiday dancing away until sun is up. On a serious note. Would you rather have the BMW X1 25i (biggest petrol we have in Australia), or the 162kw new Tiguan? Also have you ever found a compact SUV that is a really fun drive?
Are the cream/black coloured seats suitable for everyday use? The cream coloured middle part looks like it will collect dirt easily and could look ugly after a few month of regular use. What do you think?
Like the old style SUV looks, it needed the bigger size to compete, but the engine will be overmatched and equipped to look like these it will be much more expensive than the competition while being slower, and then there is the diesel issue that destroyed what little trust there was. VW dealers here have a bad rep.
Really classy looking car from VW, I would not pick the Mazda or Hyundai, but the new Toyota Rav4 could be a good pick, it looks a lot sportier now, although the interior is nowhere near Volkswagon's quality.
Another great review! The new Tiguan certainly looks like a quality product... but I find the styling so very boring and unimaginative. They've simply used the same lines of the Passat, which to me is also DESPERATELY boring to look at. What happened to design flair?? I really hope the don't carry this new design language over to VW's other models!
A-R4SCH North America. I'm from Canada, but we get whatever the US gets. For the new Tiguan in North America, both 5 and 7 seaters are the long wheelbase version :(
How many VW,s has your machanic really worked on . Love the number plates of these cars. I bet he could count them on one hand. Sounds like to me his got his makes mixed up. Has he got any prove rubbishing a car like that. If they were that bad the way his talking A current affairs would be all over them
This vehicle looks like some SsangSyong designer made him !! previous generation looks much better from outside while this looks like some bigger box on 4 wheels!! i dont see some point for buying this car over BMW x1 which costs almost same or some 5-10% more with similar equipment and engines but performance,outside look,and anything others + after all BMW is BMW is worth that 5-10% price difference
I am sorry did you say the spare wheel is an option. Really now that is cutting the weight at the risk of being stranded, and no I don't like space save wheels either let alone the can of tire foam, please can't we just have a proper spare even steel would be better
Volkswagen have done an excellent job with this car's design, looks so good in my opinion. Going to be so bold to say that it looks better than: X3/X4, Q5/Q3/Q2, and the GLC.
+Marius VW and Volvo lead in terms of design at the moment IMO
+Marius this tiguan looks like box on 4 wheels
Detailed and professional review. Had a 12 Tiguan and was waiting for the new one to replace it with but wasn't interested in getting the long wheelbase model heading to the US market. I also wanted a TDI 4Motion model to improve the fuel economy. After the whole emissions thing, I realized that wasn't coming either. Furthermore, VW cars sold here in North America tend to be less equipped to contain pricing. As good as this car seems to be, if I can't purchase it with features available in other markets and on competing products, I don't really need to buy it. I will say the redesign seems to be a overdue improvement. The interior looks handsome and exterior appears conservatively appealing.
+Matthew Gaines thanks for the feedback !
What a great review. You combine your obvious knowledge of car design with a light hearted but informative review, without trying to show off your personality, as some others do. Thanks.
+Steve Farmer thx so much steve! Join more of our reviews!
+Autogefühl Just subscribed, cheers.
+Steve Farmer great =)
Starting with this Tiguan 2017 review, the High quality and artistic views of your Videos now surpass all Reviews on the Internet including the U.S. Motortrend and Road and Track Reviews. I watch your reviews in High Definition on My Alienware 18 Computer.
+Salvatore Cosenza thank you so much salvatore! Spread the word for us !
Looks so much better than a Q3! Awesome and really detailed review. Keep the good work up, guyz :)
thanks stick with us!
They really nail this car design and as always top notch review
+Dex Max thanks buddy!
Thomas, you are a star. I love your comments and reviews. You have a wonderful personality It is always the first place I check out when I want to see a review of any car. Keep up your amazing work. Congratulations to you and you team for all of the brilliant reviews that you bring to TH-cam 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
so great to have your support !!
perfect SUV !!
The new design is impressive and stands for a modern Volkswagen !!
one word, you are perfect Thomas
+Mehmet Bakır tessekür Mehmet!
Du machst wirklich gute Autotestvideos !!! Top !!!
Vielen Dank - bleib bei uns!
I'm impressed, I want to finance one, waiting to be on sale. You did a good job in this review. I always watched your reviews and they are well done. Thanks Thomas.
+Domino Cabanilla thanks, appreciated! Please recommend us!
I like your reviews, you put your soul in what you do.
love to hear that, keep tuning in!
This was my introduction to your new group tiguan tiguan review. We also review your current group saw about 700 people. Republic of Korea in the preliminary many owners waiting for the new tiguan. You always have good-looking review.
+dh son cool thanks! greatings to KOR!
Thanks a lot for review! VW Tiguan is the icon of style, impressed by design and all modern equipment (especially R-line). It’s my dream to drive Tiguan and if no war or revolution I bay it definitely. A friend of mine is Putin’s friend and he prefers German cars, “the best choice”, he said. That’s right! And new Tiguan is the best proof of it!
thanks! Also feel free to check out our other Tiguan reviews
Great review. My favorit motor journalist so professional.
thanks buddy!
hey Thomas, very insightful review as always, so you're in Berlin, was really looking forwards to seeing you guys, well perhaps next time I'm in Deutschland. keep up the great work
+lynx800 always spread the word for us!
Beautiful car
hey, man. this new version really looks better than ever before. hope it could be the new begining of changing the tough sales situation in US now, and refresh its repotutation!!!!!!
Great review Thomas ! You should put a poll with TH-cam on your video to answer all your questions about which you prefer etc ;)
+Wold OliviO thanks! I ll investigate that option :)
i go for the silver one, i really like it. nice and detailed comparison again.
+Mehmet Bakır thanks mehmet!
How does this channel not have at least 1M subscribers by now?
good question Robert =) Feel free to spread the word for us!
perfect car !! das auto !!!
Thanks Thomas, excellent review.
I still like this car, especially in ruby red. And everything seems to be just right. The exterior is rather 'simple' and a bit boxy, but they still somehow managed to make it very attractive. And it looks fine to me with the 18" rims, no need for the big guns! :-)
In the interior too, everything just right. Looks very nice in the light color with the different fabrics on the seats.
Your review seems to confirm what you already suspected on your first test of the Tiguan: it's quite a comfortable and relaxing car to drive.
I wonder how the Seat Ateca will stack up against this. Seat likes to stress that it is a sporty car to drive, which makes me wonder if they maybe let the comfort suffer for that.
+artemusje2 good points m8, indeed looking forward to the first Ateca ride!
13:00 Good tomas this time you mentioned the extra rubber list on the doors. You didn't do it on the Kadja,but in the other hand i haven't seen anyone else mentioned it ether :)
+Hundra14Kronor =)
Very nice review !!! You convinced me to buy one :)
+Liviu Florin glad we could help!
+Autogefühl - Thomas, I noticed that on this (and the Tiguan R-line) video, you show that they have improved the sensitivity of the closing mechanism for the tail gate. But it only seems to work once.
I think the reason may be, that when it is asked to close the first time, it will stop at any sign of a problem, but I think it is likely, that VW made it so that if you then tell the tail gate to close again after it stopped, probably you actually want it to push (for instance if a lot of luggage is in the trunk).
I'm not sure, so maybe you could test it, but I think it works like this; if it stops from registering e.g. a person (like your arm in the test), and you then press the button twice (one to open, one to re-close), it will assume you are aware and actually want to close it. So it will not stop easily. If you allow it to close fully, maybe wait five seconds, and then open it again. Then I think that the system is reset, so that if you attempt to close it on your arm again, my guess is that it will stop like the first time.
So basically like they told you; it's always a compromise between actually working system and security, so maybe, they made the compromose like so? :)
P.S.: I think it's really good that you helped raise awareness of this problem. I had actually not considered testing it, untill I saw you did it in an old video. :) Good job!
+Nicolai Eggert thanks for the feedback!
Did you find out if that is the way it works yet? :) I would really like to know. :)
Very optimistic about this SUV. The bigger size will make it appealing to many Americans. I don't understand why loading the car with panoramic roof and keep seat adjustment manual. It's very odd options combination
+ChAbAr It's perfect for weirdos like myself
Great review and looking forward to getting my 240 SEL with offroad package in the New Year. The only thing I have not seen mentioned anywhere though is the wading capabilities of the car. I would welcome anybody's info on this...
What a great combination/spec. How do you find the car? Do you think the DCC works well? Did you find out the wading depth? Cheers.
The best review of new Tiguan I've ever seen. It is also interesting to know what kind of engines will be supplied to Russia..
thanks ! watch more autogefühl !
Russian engine will be powered by rendered Trump fats.
I appreciate the effort you put into these detailed videos, but they would be even better if you could lower the music volume dramatically, because hearing what you're saying is a lot more important than hearing the music. If people want to hear music they would subscribe to other TH-cam music channels.
+Shin Ken thanks! Hm, actually the music is already at -17 db and at -40 db when I am talking and fading out .. but i ll take your feedback into consideration!
The new Tiguan has a classy refined look. Much better than the old style for sure. Also I like the fact that the US version is a little longer and uses regular fuel. The price of premium fuel can add up if you do a lot of driving. I only wish that VW would give the 2.0 US engine a bit more horsepower. The Euro diesel version has 190hp vs the US gas version with only 184hp? That's a bit low considering the US version will weigh a lot more with the added length. By the time I am ready to purchase, I hope VW will have addressed the engines' lack a horsepower.
Very detailed review, thank you .
+Thomas Gk merci !
Hi Thomas and Autogefühl team, another great review from you (I will stop to write it, it's like saying water is wet...). I tried this Tiguan last month in some events here in Switzerland. I can say it's for sure the best premium/non premium SUV in his category, but unfortunately here in Switzerland, when you take some options, the price become almost premium. The Tiguan I tried was very well equipped, but the price was around 55k euro, which is a lot (it was the 180ch petrol engine). A Hyundai Tucson is much less premium, especially inside, which looks kind of cheap compare to the amazing feeling of the TIguan, when you enter inside, but the Tucson cost around 15k less euro than the Tiguan with almost same engine. so, we really have to think if we wanna have a SUV not premium for cheap price or a Tiguan almost premium for almost premium price.
You are lucky in Germany because german brand are so much cheaper than here.I should import one from your contry ;-)
+Bastie 73 15 k is really a big difference then, true! Did you watch our Tucson review? th-cam.com/video/bwbb6dfxBoY/w-d-xo.html
Please keep commenting and hitting thumbs up button each time, it really helps us when you keep supporting us. So we can remain Autogefühl as a free service
+Autogefühl Yes, watched it, even left a comment :) Now waiting eagerly for the Seat Ateca review from Autogefühl, it will be a huge competitor for the Tiguan, less premium but still technology and cheaper !
Hi Thomas, thanks for an excellent review. Really looking forward to the Tiguan Allspace review! One question, what song is being played 9 minutes into the video? Love it!
thanks man! The Allspace video is online now! th-cam.com/video/ETHQJ1bm6rc/w-d-xo.html
super professional review. like that car, waiting for the launch.
+sharesing thank you so much!
Also check out our snow action review of the Tiguan if you havent seen that one: th-cam.com/video/AhpQSLac3HM/w-d-xo.html
+Autogefühl awesome that the side mirrors have the blind spot warning. I have the 2012 tiguan and wish my mirrors had that as well
awesome review cant wait to test drive it and will you be test driving the new ford edge please
+corals win yes of course we will also review the Edge :) will take a couple more month though.
Long time car fan- I visit many car review sites- really appreciate your professional and thorough reviews. Your comparisons between makes/models is a welcome addition. Driving a 2010 GLK350 and looking into new mid size SUV- viewed your Tiguan and Tucson reviews with great interest... wish there was a head to head comparison review! Some things missing in a few of the reviews and important to many USA drivers: does the vehicle have the start stop feature; does speed control remain after a stop or must be reset; does speed control allow free wheeling on downhill or does it maintain set speed; traffic signals in side mirrors; heated/ventilated seats; AWD vs FWD in same model; full size or compact spare tire; anticipated service and repair costs (USA drivers find high service fees for European brands) ; Japanese/Korean brands seem to offer more gadgets/features per price than comparable European model. LOOKING Forward to more reviews- love your style of speech, delivery is calm and clear and overall is as pleasant as it is informative.
+Bob Crouch thx m8 and good aspects, trying to include that!
+Bob Crouch actually in the seat ateca review already we re shooting today :)
Well built and smart SUV. Hope it would also be reliable in terms of service.
Great work, thanks. Subscribed.
+Gary Bennett thanks gary, great to have you here now!
Excellent car, I want one, ideal for a European adventure. All I need is an EU passport now, is that likely to be an option?
One question. The black car has no off-road package, right? Why do you mention then that the plastic around the wheel is an off-road feature. What is the name off this feature? I can`t find it in the "VW-Konfigurator".
that should be standard. Its this offroad look many suvs offer
Excellent car and review, just a bit to long! Styling a bit conservative but it makes it looks strong and indestructible. Orange color suits him better than black and dark colors, that conceal the design lines.
And thumbs up for trance music selection! My suggestions are Armins A State of Trance episodes, defenetly! :-)
+Časlav Ivanović thanks, armin rocks ,)
Hi Thomas,
I have a question about the built quality in the rear doors.
Is the black area (the top of the door) of the rear doors also softened or do they use hard plastics there?
Regards
Ozzy
+OzzOfSweden afaik not but i dont remember for sure
Autogefühl Thank you very much for the very quick respons sir!
Thanks Thomas for informative review.
+Konstantin Antiques appreciated m8, keep supporting us!
like the car and video , any idea when does it come into New Zealand ？ cheers
thanks! Should be next year.
Hi Thomas, thank you for the great reviews. Will you be reviewing the Toyota Rav4 hybrid as well? I was wondering how you think it compares to the Tiguan. Thanks!
yes rav4 will be in our full review quite soon as well !
How soon is quite soon? ;)
Very complete review.
But I have turned my back on VW a while ago.
+TheGolfdaily time to come back!
+Fernando C
You haven't heard about the VAG Diesel Gate,
or
DSG recall scandals in China, Australia and USA?
+TheGolfdaily "diesel gafe" don't affect me or you in the slightest" as for recalls tell me of a car make that hasn't had a share of recalls?
+Fernando C
I don't know about the country or culture you are living in but where I come from,
we don't like liers.
+TheGolfdaily where I come from we don't like governments that tax car manufacturers and buyers because of emissions. Well done VW for putting one over them!
Any idea when the is available is the US??
+Eden Maru 2017
Great car but it is way more expensive than CX-5. 5000-7000€ at least.
Also I feel like you are less picky about this car than its competitors ;)
But great review overall. Thank you.
Not too much of a fan of the front, the rear is ok but the front for me is quite strange. Thankfully the interior is very nice. However, you may have mentioned something about this later in the video (I can't remember) however at 10:56 is that a transmission fault on the dashboard?
+EA - Enormous Assholes When you turn on the ignition some warning indicators flash so they show they are working basically, that's in a lot of cars. If you turn on the engine then, it would be a problem if the indicator would still be flashing.
***** Ohh of course, my mistake :P
+EA - Enormous Assholes no question is ever wrong :)
Hi Thomas , absolutely gorgeous car this Tiguan MKII but having a 2L TSI 4motion they are very thirsty and at least here in Argentina we need autonomy to do 1000+ kms in medium distance trips .
Going for a GLA now !
2.0 TDI?
Robert1970 Noup 2.0 TSI
+joako2706 I meant possibly a 2.0 TDI is the better option for you, if you need autonomy. On a full tank with a 2.0 TDI engine you can drive 1000km for sure.
+Robert1970 at least here in Argentina the TDI 140 has been discontinued and this new generation will be here a petrol only car due to poor fuel quality and possible injection problems .
I am an owner of a 1.4 tsi.
After barely 5000km ( no typo ) my engine starts shaking when running idle.
While I find it self-evident that an engine runs smoothly, VW disagree
and refuses to fix the problem, even when the car is still under
warranty. I'm shocked.
+VW Golf7 Which car you have? Golf 7 according to your name?
Yes, Golf VII 1.4TSI
Are the two gentlemen helping you to deal with the off-road obstacles optional extras or they come as standard with the SEL models?
The Tiguan certainly improved in design compared to the earlier generation, looks a lot more grown up and better body design.
+jan singh totally! Looking forward to the R-Line
+Autogefühl R Line should be very interesting, btw Thomas, keep up the good work.
show us a bit more of your trance mix hahah speaker sound is very important when purchasing a car let us know how it sounds to you!
+peruface =)
Looking very classy in black!
+EGGBIRDTHEROOSTER especially in the combination with the bright seats inside!
+Autogefühl Yes! and those 20'' wheels !
I would go for "On Road" version. Love the wheels :) But black no thanks ! The Red Orange colour is original. For the interior, black and white is great but my seven years old daughter... you know :) But yes, no leather for the seats is the best choice. Carbon trim is (plastic I guess ??) really amazing too. Panoramic roof is a good option too. Best : rear seats adjustable.
Nice review but you already know it :)
+ced5960 and please, try the BMW M2 !!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm pretty sure you would like it in Long Beach Blue :D
+ced5960 :)
+ced5960 trying to get it for later this year
Thomas, how do you feel about the 1.4 tsi with DSG on the Tiguan? I don't do that many KM's per year so I am looking at the petrols.
sure you ll be fine with that!
Thanks! I have another question, how do you think those beige seats take the punishment from jeans etc, especially if they are material and not leather?
We'll pick up our Tiguan next month. it's a 1.4 TSI DSG 150HP. I can let you know if i don't forget :)
Thanks Yves :)
komunista114 Well, it's not gonna be for this year, our garage let us know the Tiguan production can't keep up with the orders, they added another 3 months to ours ... really annoying, i think 2 million ppl already bought it :/
So classy, so nice. ....sure want one.
+Bosse Grytbakk ....the blue color was beautiful.
Great review Thomas, thank you. How would you compare this Tiguan with existing Q5 and XC60, all similarly equipped and all with 150 hp diesels/AT, Audi and Tiguan also AWD? I'm deciding among these three (Q5 and XC60 have some good prices these days, since there will be new versions this year yet). Thanks for advice.
+Lukas thanks man! Q5 is also a great compact SUV no question, and it does come very close to the Tiguan. What's the price difference for you? The XC60 is also nice, the biggest of those, but seems a lil oldschool comparing to the others
+Autogefühl The price difference is neglible. All 3, similarly equiped (but Tiguan having better safety features for that price - i' m guessing mainly because it is more modern) around €40 ths. My main focus is on safety, space, comfort, refinement and overall suv and quality feeling. Will be using it in city and highway transfers.
+Lukas sounds like the tiguan is the one for you then
+Autogefühl thanks for sharing your opinion. Keep the great concept of your channel. We love it! Good work!
+Lukas thanks, appreciated! Please recommend us!
I wish Canada would get this version instead of the XL which doesn't look as nice.
That's why no one is buying the Allspace version in the USA, should of left Tiguan as this version only.
Hi Thomas! Thanks for an really exellent review!
One question: Did the cars you tested have DCC or regular suspension?
I will buy this car, that's why I m asking. :)
Do you recommend DCC, or is the regular susp enough? It's quite expensive..
I want it to feel firm on the road without too much roll.
+Benne175 you ll be fine with the standard suspension!
+Autogefühl Thanks!
can you fit mountain bike in that trunk?
yep with front tyre removed of course
i tuck my mountainbike in the Golf 7 without taking wheels off, just flip the back seats and u have a ocean of space.
We testdrove the passat and mondeo, and in our experience the mondeo was way quiterer. The 190 HP diesel was noisier in the mondeo.
Brilliant comparison Thomas ! I really like this new Tiguan compared to the old one, and definitely I would go for the 18' alloy wheels combined with the offroad package, because as you said early, it has a higher ground clearance in the front and back.
About the engines Thomas, have you found out if the 150 HP diesel engine has or not an ADBlue tank and how does it feels this engine combined with 4motion and DSG for every day driving and some offroad parts, compared with 190 HP version ? What is the most suitable engine for this car, in your opinion for a normal driver ?
Thanks again for these excellent reviews and comparisons Thomas and keep up the good work !!!
+Cris FanCars thanks Cris ! I felt better with the TSI I drove up in sweden on the lake ! Think the 2.0 l TSI with 180 hp is the best suitable engine for the car
Wieviel Zoll Reifen hat der schwarze Wagen?
Hi Thomas, Great review! :-)
I have one question to ask. Do you know when you are going to do an extensive review with the new Volvo S90 also with a driving part?
Best regards, Tuukka
Thx! Yes, probably july!
Thomas, a question for you: Compared to the previous generation (I leased one from 2008 to 2012), which was extremely fun to drive (it drives like a GTI, but bigger an taller), how this one compares in terms of 'fun' (e.g. steering sharpness, acceleration, cornering) ? This new generation is definitely bigger, and more 'family oriented'. BTW, nice review ! Cheers
+Omar Gardie hey omar, definitely more fun. Has a more refined suspension, more direct and natural steering etc. Have you seen our snow review from sweden? It is linked in the video description. There you will find out a lot about how fun it is :)
+Autogefühl Yes, I watched the other video... fun in the snow ! very important factor here in Canada. Cheers !
Hi Thomas, excellent review as always. I've ordered a car with the 220 TSI engine 2017 year model, most wanted equipment included here in Sweden. And of course no leather seats :-)
The equipment level is like the German highline versions with some extras included.
Here in Sweden the TSI 220 is more expensive than the TDI 190 (for the Passat it is the other way around), the only difference I know is the exterior rear design. Do you know what else differers, if any?
Cheers
Niklas
+Niklas L great !! European specs shouldnt differ much
Thanks for quick response, I was a bit unclear in my question, I now understand. I was just wondering in difference in spec between TDI 190 and TSI 220. I know realize I will also get XDS+ with my coming TSI 220 along with the better looking rear. Any other differences I'm not aware of. Either way I'm longing for my new car, and still you're an impressive reviewer, no one can take that away from you.
Cheers /N
thanks so much!
You're welcome. I now know the details to share, if anyone other prefer petrol since of environmental issues with diesel NOX (in general) and non-mature hydrids/electric vehicles for environmental lifecycle reasons.
Tiguan TSI 220 also includes DCC (adaptive chassi control), at least in Sweden. I hope to enlighten someone ;-)
Not my choice, but for free so thanks VW. I would have chosen the panorama roof instead, any day :-)
I would have been a good sales person for VW, but I'm not. My gratitude is for free, currently I own a VW Golf SC/Variant (TSI 105 and pacific blue color) -14 until Tiguan delivery ;-)
/N
Niklas L - Did you get your new Tiguan TSI 220 (inc DCC) then?
Thomas in which factory is the Tiguan made?
+Fernando C Wolfsburg
+elektr0nik1 yes indeed! Also, the Hannover plant will assist in the assembly as they expect very high volume
I think you make a mistake when you talk about a smaller screen. The screen in the Tiguan is always 20,3 cm (both the Discover Media and Discover Pro).
The Discover Pro has as extra options a hard disk and Google Maps/Google Streetview.
+Robert1970 There are two different screen sizes:
Radio „Composition Colour“: 12,7 cm diameter
Radio „Composition Media“: 20,3 cm
But indeed if you have a GPS, it is...
Navigationsfunktion „Discover Media“: 20,3 cm
Navigationssystem „Discover Pro“: 20,3 cm
So what I meant is you can go with the basic stuff and no GPS but then use your smartphone as GPS. And now to make it even more complicated: The mean thing is that you cannot order App Connect for the VERY basic radio =)Gotta have at least Composition Media.
+Autogefühl Ok thanks, now it's clear. I thought that you meant the difference in diameter between the Discover Pro and Media. They both are 20,3 cm. You are right that the Composition Colour is 12,7 cm and smaller and is a cheaper option. Thanks for the great reviews, like too watch them, you get really all the details of a car, more then with other car reviewers. So keep up the good work! I ordered a Tiguan R line (white).
+Robert1970 thanks! Oh wow that sounds like a dream combo :)
How does the Tiguan drive? Does it feel like the old Tiguan or better?
+Terrance Parker Did you watch the whole review ?
Also check out: Full review VW Tiguan R-Line with BiTurbo-Diesel: th-cam.com/video/YfhkZ_tqDVQ/w-d-xo.html
18:00 love it!
Seat Ateca FULL REVIEW: th-cam.com/video/zFa9mNGowLE/w-d-xo.html
First, as a newcomer to your channel, congrats on a most informative review !!! I live in Italy and have option of 1.4L petrol, 150 hp, or 2 Diesel engines: 2.0 TDI @ 150 HP, or 2.0TDI @ 190HP. The petrol seems underpowered for a car of this size. Would you agree? (I saw your rec for 2.0L petrol 180 HP). Which of the 2 Diesel engines would you recommend? The higher HP diesel is 2.300 euros more. (I am thinking of DSG 4 motion btw)Many thanks. PS: in recent months, I have looked at the Honda CRV, new hybrid RAV4, and Hyndai Tucsco
+James W Frank thanks man! will u drive fully loaded with a lot of ppl?
Thanks for fast response!!. (I wish this 'customer focus" were available here in Italy!!), No, I will rarely have a fully loaded vehicle with 5 pax and bags. I would be using the car with air-conditioning of course, and I imagine that draws from the power available. I wish the petrol version you recommended were available, but VW here says there is little demand for petrol cars in Italy. Just as an aside, my wife (and I too) have been "fighting" to get a car with a light interior. There are few Asian car companies that offer a light interior unless special ordered. We have decided on the "off-white" with black panel seats on the Tiguan, even though we do not find it attractive in the photos/video. What are your thoughts? thanks, again !
+James W Frank you re welcome m8. Hmm I dont think the 1.4 l petrol 150 hp will be underpowered if you are driving mostly _not_ heavily loaded. It still has a turbo and that one usually gives you enough power when you hammer the throttle. Me personally I wouldnt be afraid to go for the 1.4 l turbo. Maybe your dealer has some VW car in stock where you can test that engine to prove it yourself? How many kilometres are you driving a year? If its not UBER much, then I d really go for the petrol
Thanks again, Thomas. You have made me think! I don't drive a lot, maybe 10-15,000km/year, so I know the savings are not that great -if at all- for a diesel especially when the 1.4TSI is 5000 euros cheaper . But in Italy, the petrol is not offered with 4Motion which I wanted for a dirt road where we live and for the addional height (though 1 cm is really insignificant perhaps). Also, the petrol has ACT technology which has me a bit worried. Is this technology "tried, tested, and proven". I had not heard of it before. (I will re-look at your video to see if you mentioned it.) Grazie!
Thomas, please see my reply below. I think I posted in the wrong place. Re my question about color of seats, what was your feeling about the black and white combo? I don't think it looks so good in the photos. Was real life a lot better?
when will this release in the U.S.
+Ken Li mid 2017 as tiguan xl
will this car keep it's digital dashboard and the display in the U.S. because this is the only reason that I will get this car.
I also want to know the price on the highest trim level on this car in Europe so I might have an idea of it's price in the U.S.
If you had to chose between Tiguan and Tucson ( Diesel ), which one would it be and why ?
see our tucson review here to compare: th-cam.com/video/bwbb6dfxBoY/w-d-xo.html
Autogefühl Still I cannot figure out.. Both are good but if you had to chose between Tiguan and Tucson which one would it be ?
Beautiful
Me parece una buena opción
6.10. Please show on video vehicle in all of color. In photo I can't imagine, how it will be in real
When could we meet with you personally? I would love the have a presentation from you about the past years, your experience etc. I am sure that most of us would love to have one like that, with a mixture of a youtube livestream for those who can not be there.
TH-cam search autogefuehl fan meeting :)
And TH-cam search Autogefuehl making of
Dzięki za fajny kanał.
+Mi Ko Dzięki ! =)
😃
Hi Thomas your clothes combination is awesome! You wear a hoodie under a blazer. Not kidding or trying to put you down. :-)
+joão craveiro gracias! I also like that combo :)
+Autogefühl Gracias?!?! It's more like "obrigado". I'm portuguese!
+joão craveiro unlucky guess! Obrigado then =)
Tommy got game.
will the middle seat in the rear fit an adult?
+bodrulm1 yes
Does it come with manual transmission??
+John Smith yes in the smaller engine versions
thank you. and by the way, great video :)
Didn't expect the trance music.
What did you rather expect?
:>
Maybe a bit of The Jam or The Cure or something. Now I just picture you on a beach holiday dancing away until sun is up.
On a serious note. Would you rather have the BMW X1 25i (biggest petrol we have in Australia), or the 162kw new Tiguan? Also have you ever found a compact SUV that is a really fun drive?
Are the cream/black coloured seats suitable for everyday use? The cream coloured middle part looks like it will collect dirt easily and could look ugly after a few month of regular use. What do you think?
which ones exactly, timecode please?
Like the old style SUV looks, it needed the bigger size to compete, but the engine will be overmatched and equipped to look like these it will be much more expensive than the competition while being slower, and then there is the diesel issue that destroyed what little trust there was. VW dealers here have a bad rep.
Really classy looking car from VW, I would not pick the Mazda or Hyundai, but the new Toyota Rav4 could be a good pick, it looks a lot sportier now, although the interior is nowhere near Volkswagon's quality.
+G Dixon RAV4 review will also follow later this year!
C'mon when exactly will they test it on a proper beach.
Another great review! The new Tiguan certainly looks like a quality product... but I find the styling so very boring and unimaginative. They've simply used the same lines of the Passat, which to me is also DESPERATELY boring to look at. What happened to design flair?? I really hope the don't carry this new design language over to VW's other models!
+Patrick B thanks! They will certainly do. We have seen that almost every brand styles their models in a same style now
+Patrick B however the very new future styling of vw models can be foreseen here: th-cam.com/video/mtU5lErvXdY/w-d-xo.html
Sadly. Nice cabin, exterior zum einschlafen
+Autogefühl Thanks for the link, very interesting!
Re the Tiguan, have you tried the 1.4 petrol version in 2 wheel drive?
+Patrick B not yet no
I wish the US version would be as nice as this one!
+hipposnakeyo this is the all-new generation, it will also come to the US next year!
27:15 that guy get's free advertise for his website!
=)
I really like the compactness of this car, but it's a shame we only get the long wheel base version in NA. it's gonna look terrible.
+Jacky Liu Think it wont look that different. But i am also looking forward to prove that
+Autogefühl is the long wheel base the 7 seater version?
+Fernando C yes
A-R4SCH North America. I'm from Canada, but we get whatever the US gets. For the new Tiguan in North America, both 5 and 7 seaters are the long wheelbase version :(
How many VW,s has your machanic really worked on .
Love the number plates of these cars.
I bet he could count them on one hand.
Sounds like to me his got his makes mixed up.
Has he got any prove rubbishing a car like that.
If they were that bad the way his talking A current affairs would be all over them
loooool i love when the German ppl speaking English, they start mixing German & English words.. even me I'm doing that naturally 😋😅
+Khaled Haddad haha =) that's authentic
This vehicle looks like some SsangSyong designer made him !! previous generation looks much better from outside while this looks like some bigger box on 4 wheels!! i dont see some point for buying this car over BMW x1 which costs almost same or some 5-10% more with similar equipment and engines but performance,outside look,and anything others + after all BMW is BMW is worth that 5-10% price difference
I am sorry did you say the spare wheel is an option. Really now that is cutting the weight at the risk of being stranded, and no I don't like space save wheels either let alone the can of tire foam, please can't we just have a proper spare even steel would be better
At most vehicles, you can still get the spare wheel, but just optionally. Should be available