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2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Safety Review

November 3, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Good," frontal offset test; "good," side impact test; Top Safety Pick
IIHS

new safety features
Cars.com

Front side airbags and curtain side airbags are standard
ConsumerGuide

The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan combines an impressive list of safety features with some coveted safety hardware from the insurance industry to create a strong overall safety resume.

While the federal government hasn't yet had a chance to test the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, the good folks at the IIHS have managed to put one through their rigorous evaluations, and the results are heartening. Not only did the Tiguan VW earn the highest possible rating, "good," in both IIHS tests, it also picked up an IIHS Top Safety Pick award for 2009. In deciding to award the 2009 VW Tiguan, the IIHS mentioned the Tiguan's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests" and the "standard electronic stability control."

The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan isn't wanting for safety features, as according to Motor Trend, every VW Tiguan includes "ABS, an anti-slip program and electronic differential lock, engine braking assist, electronic brake force distribution and electronic stabilization." Edmunds adds that the Tiguan includes "front side airbags, curtain side airbags, rear side airbags, an engine immobilizer and child door locks." According to Kelley Blue Book, "front, front-side and front and rear side-curtain" airbags are standard, and furthermore, "rear side thorax airbags" are optional for the 2009 VW Tiguan.

In addition to the wealth of airbags and electronic safety features offered on the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, VW's newest crossover also affords great visibility from the driver's seat. Edmunds isn't shy about talking up the sightlines, saying that "outward visibility is excellent," and other reviews read by TheCarConnection.com agree with that assessment.

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is one of the safest vehicles in its class, as well as one of the lowest-price utility vehicles to offer rear side thorax airbags.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Good," frontal offset test; "good," side impact test; Top Safety PickIIHSnew safety featuresCars.comFront side airbags and curtain side airbags are standardConsumerGuide The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan combines an impressive list of safety features with some coveted safety hardware from the insurance industry to create a strong overall safety resume. While the federal government hasn't yet had a chance to test the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, the good folks at the IIHS have managed to put one through their rigorous evaluations, and the results are heartening. Not only did the Tiguan VW earn the highest possible rating, "good," in both IIHS tests, it also picked up an IIHS Top Safety Pick award for 2009. In deciding to award the 2009 VW Tiguan, the IIHS mentioned the Tiguan's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests" and the "standard electronic stability control." The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan isn't wanting for safety features, as according to Motor Trend, every VW Tiguan includes "ABS, an anti-slip program and electronic differential lock, engine braking assist, electronic brake force distribution and electronic stabilization." Edmunds adds that the Tiguan includes "front side airbags, curtain side airbags, rear side airbags, an engine immobilizer and child door locks." According to Kelley Blue Book, "front, front-side and front and rear side-curtain" airbags are standard, and furthermore, "rear side thorax airbags" are optional for the 2009 VW Tiguan. In addition to the wealth of airbags and electronic safety features offered on the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, VW's newest crossover also affords great visibility from the driver's seat. Edmunds isn't shy about talking up the sightlines, saying that "outward visibility is excellent," and other reviews read by TheCarConnection.com agree with that assessment. ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is one of the safest vehicles in its class, as well as one of the lowest-price utility vehicles to offer rear side thorax airbags. 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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Other Choices:

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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