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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Features Review

November 3, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Tiguan options are few but can get out of hand quickly
Car and Driver

Massive panoramic glass sunroof covers nearly 13 square feet
Kelley Blue Book

Off-road navigation that allows up to 500 route points to be recorded during a journey
Motor Trend

With an MSRP of $23,890 for a base model, the editors at TheCarConnection.com feel that the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is well equipped for its price level, though it suffers from a price premium versus some competitors.

With three available trim levels, the standard features on the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan lineup understandably varies depending on the exact model you buy. All 2009 VW Tiguans come with "power heated side mirrors" and "air conditioning," along with full power accessories and an "AM/FM stereo with single CD player," according to Kelley Blue Book. The Auto Channel feels that "even the entry-level [VW Tiguan] is very well equipped" with "plenty of power features and nice trim," though ConsumerGuide says that moving up to the SE and SEL trims of the Tiguan VW will add an "8-way power driver seat" and "in-dash 6-disc CD changer," among other things.

The standard features on the 2009 VW Tiguan are pretty, well, standard, but the options list is where the fun really begins. Road & Track points out that the 2009 Tiguan VW offers "some options with each trim level...that the competition does not, including a panoramic sunroof" and "heated seats and dual-zone climate control." Kelley Blue Book adds that a "300-watt Dynaudio stereo" is optional, while Car and Driver mentions that the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a "30-gig touch-screen navigation/infotainment system [that] even includes an off-road function that allows for the storage of as many as 500 memory points."

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is well equipped for urban duties, while the optional navigation system makes off-road adventures much less stressful.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Tiguan options are few but can get out of hand quicklyCar and DriverMassive panoramic glass sunroof covers nearly 13 square feetKelley Blue BookOff-road navigation that allows up to 500 route points to be recorded during a journeyMotor Trend With an MSRP of $23,890 for a base model, the editors at TheCarConnection.com feel that the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is well equipped for its price level, though it suffers from a price premium versus some competitors. With three available trim levels, the standard features on the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan lineup understandably varies depending on the exact model you buy. All 2009 VW Tiguans come with "power heated side mirrors" and "air conditioning," along with full power accessories and an "AM/FM stereo with single CD player," according to Kelley Blue Book. The Auto Channel feels that "even the entry-level [VW Tiguan] is very well equipped" with "plenty of power features and nice trim," though ConsumerGuide says that moving up to the SE and SEL trims of the Tiguan VW will add an "8-way power driver seat" and "in-dash 6-disc CD changer," among other things. The standard features on the 2009 VW Tiguan are pretty, well, standard, but the options list is where the fun really begins. Road & Track points out that the 2009 Tiguan VW offers "some options with each trim level...that the competition does not, including a panoramic sunroof" and "heated seats and dual-zone climate control." Kelley Blue Book adds that a "300-watt Dynaudio stereo" is optional, while Car and Driver mentions that the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a "30-gig touch-screen navigation/infotainment system [that] even includes an off-road function that allows for the storage of as many as 500 memory points." ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is well equipped for urban duties, while the optional navigation system makes off-road adventures much less stressful. 2009 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN STYLING [8 out of 10] Cars.com: "Looks like a smaller version of VW's Touareg 2 midsize SUV" Edmunds: "Bold chrome grille and swoopy headlamp treatment" The Auto Channel: "Clean, graceful, modern and attractive" The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is another fresh ...

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The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan competes in a very crowded class of vehicles. Small crossovers like the Honda CR-V are perennial best-sellers because of their smooth rides, reputation for reliability, and flexible interiors. The CR-V, like the Tiguan, is only available in four-cylinder trim. Toyota's RAV4 has grown, though, and now offers a V-6 option as well as a third-row seat. Saturn's Vue was brand-new for 2008, and it's smaller than the CR-V and RAV4, with no third-row seat, but it can be ordered with a gas-electric hybrid powertrain or a powerful V-6 engine.

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Comments (6 total)

  1. By PRH #1, Posted: 9/12/2008

    Tiguan is an ideal small crossover

    I have owned my Tiguan SE 4 motion for 3 months and it is an incredible car. It is extremely well built, has a high quality interior and handles like a GTI. I think the performance is actually better than what is stated above. The car is very fast and on the highway I typically get between 28.5 and 30 MPG with speeds of between 65-68 MPH.
    I highly recommend this vehicle.

  2. By adam rolfson #4, Posted: 4/28/2009

    sales associate

    I am a VW salesman at Hall VW / Mazda in Brookfield WI and every person that has purchased a Tiguan from us has had nothing but great things to say about their new VW.

  3. By adam rolfson #5, Posted: 4/28/2009

    sales associate

    I am a VW salesman at Hall VW / Mazda in Brookfield WI and every person that has purchased a Tiguan from us has had nothing but great things to say about their new VW.

  4. By aus_tig_owner #6, Posted: 6/21/2009

    Incredible car. It is straight 10/10 in my rating for everything (performance, handling, looks and technology). I compared this one to the BMW X 3 as well as the Subaru new forester - both are far below this car!! This car sets new standards for other manufacturers to follow. Even their own Golf, Jetta and Passat will have to try hard to match the Tiguan. Its an expensive car, after all the 'soft' charges. But, a great value for money (compare with BMW X 3, which is not even worth the new Subaru forester, in my opinion!!). Options are costly. Requires premium petrol (125 TSI, 4 motion, Auto).

  5. By calvin #7, Posted: 10/3/2009

    The question is, do the plastic interior fittings pop and break, surfaces dissolve into gel like scum, and smell like previous VWs I've owned?

  6. By Kerry #8, Posted: 10/19/2009

    Calvin....what on earth are you doing in that car?
    Dissolving interiors, gel like scum.....and smell???
    Are interior painted surfaces peeling as well? Maybe it's your cologne.

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