I really love how concise your videos are! You manage to fit absolutely everything we need to know in 12 minutes. Some others can't do that in 25-30 minute videos. Keep up the great work guys! :)

@DWK33

2 жыл бұрын

It’s 12 minutes becasue they aren’t excited about the car:)

@rahatchoudhury175

2 жыл бұрын

@@DWK33 lol

@sephiros9883

2 жыл бұрын

@@DWK33 well let’s be honest here who would want to have a 12 minute video about the GT4RS and a 25min video on a Tiguan instead ahah 😂

@robertdevoy3119

2 жыл бұрын

Others drag it out for more ad revenue.

@TheAdnanmajor

2 жыл бұрын

Too bad these concise videos are being wasted on SUVs..

I bought a 22 Tiguan SE R-line black, 6 months ago. I’m not in any way disappointed with this vehicle. It’s super comfortable and really nice to drive. It’s not “fast” but it can get out of its own way just fine. The AWD makes it great in the snow. I personally think it’s nicer then the 22 Audi Q3 another family member of mine bought, although that’s debatable . I think the thought of it driving like a larger golf is spot on. I came from a ‘17 gti and that was my first thought of the tiguan. Cargo space is amazing. I can fit 2 rear facing infant seats without having to adjust the front seats. I think the gripes about the haptic controls are valid but it isn’t really as horrible as many are making it out to be. I lived through an Iowa winter with it and it’s not a huge deal. Time will tell how durable those piano black faces are.

@sephiros9883

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same feeling with a golf R. It felt very high quality, way better than what you expect for VW. It made me wonder why going to Audi.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

I love mine also

@ChrisBues

2 жыл бұрын

Having just moved from a 19 Tiguan SEL-P to a 22 GTI, I have to agree that they pretty much nailed the pluses and minuses in this review.

@steveaoti3044

2 жыл бұрын

My wife has a 2018 q3 last model of first gen, which we purchased new. It's been a good little car for her. She is petite and we only have one child. I test drove this 22 tiguan here in Canada highline r (top model as shown in video) vehicle surprised me. Has tons of cargo and the touch buttons, although annoying were not a deal breaker for me. The problem I had was the power. I am currently driving a 2010 x3 for the last 12 years and coming from a naturally aspirated inline 6 with 268hp to this. Night and day difference. Here in Canada I asked, however they are not bringing a tiguan r model like Europe 300hp+. Had this vehicle had 20-30 more torque and hp I would have purchased without a second thought. Even my wife's 2018 q3 with 200hp and torque was quicker. Probably due to thE wieght difference as well. An overall well built vehicle, just lacking thr bottom end to really make it shine.

@davidb3352

2 жыл бұрын

Went to pick up my 22 SE-R black today and it was still in wrapping paper :(

I've had my Tiguan for two years and I absolutely love it. The ride and drivetrain performance are extraordinary. It has that "planted" feel on the road which makes it much easier to drive. And let's face it, it is much more attractive than the other CUV's out there.

@kobebryant1265

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Its a beautiful suv. Thinking of grabbing one for myself for the 2022 model.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

Agree on my 2019!

@tylerhansen99870

Жыл бұрын

The sel trim line is gorgeous, however the base s and se without the r line are still lookers as well

@darkness4382

7 ай бұрын

Nicely said i agree

@raulgonzalezherrera2443

6 ай бұрын

Just got my 2024 se yesterday and I love it. What Mark says about how solid it feels its absolutely on point. It drives really well and due to the torque in its intended use, thats city driving and commuting, it feels quite peppy.

My brother and his wife were pro-Toyota for decades. That ended when his wife, an Avalon driver since 1998, saw the new one and was stunned on how Toyota screwed it up so badly. Somehow, they eneded up at the VW dealer and she saw the Arteon and was in love. They bought an SEL R-Line and it is really sleek. He traded his daily RAV4 for a Tiguan SEL R-Line and said similar things mentioned here. The structure feels far more substantial, the highway driving experience is borderline luxury car, and the space efficiency is great. I changed his oil for him(shockingly easy on a VW) and he was at about 48K trouble-free miles(he drives 105mi round trip per day).

@sorinmiliescu

2 жыл бұрын

The point is that after 5-7 years, you will need to repair the automatic gearbox and the turbo, which cost a lot. All previous Tiguan had this issue fact that doesnt give too much confidence in the new one. While the RAV4 has a spotless track record in the reliability subject.

@hellkitty1014

2 жыл бұрын

@@sorinmiliescu valid points. But the avg buyer these days aren't keeping vehicles much past warranty. Reliability is a key metric, but daily ownership matters too.

I love that you test the audio systems, and keep the manufacturers on the hook for that, and also the other cost-cutting areas that other review miss.

@thegodfreyspecial423

2 жыл бұрын

I find the older Fender units are very good value for the money - but he is right the bass can be a touch muddy depending on the song.

I share your guys' disdain for CUVs/SUVs, but your reviews on everything are so darn good, I watch them all.

@francosamericanmusings1560

2 жыл бұрын

Same

@john26razor340

2 жыл бұрын

I'll never understand this disdain

@wesleythompson451

Жыл бұрын

Crossovers are the perfect size for a single guy. Enough space to carry stuff, but small enough that it gets good gas mileage, is fun to drive, and easy to park.

@HandsomeAlex25

Жыл бұрын

​@@wesleythompson451 I fully acknowledge that not everyone has the same needs as me, but single people used to have coupes or 3-door hatchbacks or small sedans and they made do. I've done small road trips with 4 adults in my FR-S, and it was fine so long as we stopped every hour or so to stretch our legs. The problem I have with the industry trend to CUVs is that SUVs are right there if you need space, and CUVs are replacing the truly small cars that used to work just fine (and in reality, still do). Now everyone just sits higher and interior volumes haven't changed all that much.

@wesleythompson451

Жыл бұрын

@@HandsomeAlex25 I just moved from a hatchback to a crossover, and the space doubled. I'm not sure what you mean. I got exactly what I needed, which was some trunk space, a heavier vehicle for snow driving, a better seating position, so I can see past cars in front of me sometimes, and some rear passenger space for when I drive my friends around.

The issue with this segment is its incredibly over saturated and they're all so close. It's really a question of "does it give you the fuel economy you want" and "do you like the interior" because that's what's selling 99% of these. Anything else is just a bonus

@ktakashismith

Жыл бұрын

Big surprise, generic cars are generic. Is there a huge difference between a 1997 Camry, Accord, Maxima? Was there a huge difference between the Ford Explorer and the Chevy Trailblazer at the same time? No, they're appliances, not everyone wants their economy car to have supercharger whine and carbon fiber accents. Most people, believe it or not, are not so devoid of personality that they feel they need their car to say, "hey, aren't I interesting? aren't I someone special? mommy loved me best."

It's amazing how much you guys make me enjoy reviews for vehicles I have no interest in. Informative, entertaining, and immaculately produced.

You guys do great, informative reviews. I'm also happy you also touch on the quality of the audio systems which other journalists tend to ignore or don't care/understand audio quality.

I've always felt like if reliability wasn't a concern on these cars, or at least the stigma of reliability, VW should be selling way more of these. Definitely one of the most usable, refined CUVs in this segment for the money. I say stigma because for the last ten years I believe these cars to be reliable with the proper maintenance. Cost of ownership still higher than your typical JDM picks though.

Love the cross-comparison! Very, very helpful. Thank you guys for more great work.

I love this channel , they tell you everything you need to hear and nothing you don’t . Then in the end they say see you soon , they don’t tell you to subscribe and like 😂👍🏼

I’ve owned a 2020 Tiguan for over a year. Here are some of my experiences: 1. The interior is an amazing place to be; it is high quality and comfortable. 2. Highway MPG is great, I got around 31-34 when mostly using highways. Now I ended up getting rid of it due to some headaches: 1. Rattles in the cabin. 2. Constant service trips. Sunglasses holder broke several times. Suspension creak when going over bumps. Factory fit and finish issues. This car is very well thought out. Unfortunately it doesn’t seem to have been screwed on well. I don’t miss it like it miss my MK4 VR6 Jetta

@TheDaltonNetwork

2 жыл бұрын

If you've ever owned a well-built, reliable, cheap-to-repair car from the Japanese brands, it's hard living with a VW. Stuff constantly goes wrong and is weirdly expensive to repair if not covered by warranty. It's too bad, because the VWs drive so nicely.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm so different than mine. I have a 2019 and it feels screwed well excellent and feels like a tank- very quiet. Sorry your experience was crappy

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDaltonNetwork absolutely correct, I usually get Mazdas but have leased 2 VW’s. Fortunately I don’t put lots of miles on mine so I haven’t run into any bad experiences or poorly made VW’s at least during my lease periods.

@Ce0ammer

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like your Tiguan was Mexican.

I just bought one recently and love it. We test-drove a CX-5 fully anticipating to drive away in one, but were surprised at how firm the handling was. That's great if you want sporty handling, but it felt like driving a jackhammer. The Tiguan in comparison felt like driving on a couch. Can't recommend it enough to anyone cross-shopping the two if you prefer lighter and more comfortable handling.

@SR3TG119

2 жыл бұрын

I liked the CX5 cuz it gives a bit more feedback on what the cars doing. Also the seats in the CX5 is much better than the Tiguan, at least from my experience

@zarbon700

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully, you lease it. Only a fool wants to own a VW after the warranty expires.

@ValdeSanus

2 жыл бұрын

Just lease it though. I would rather have slightly firm suspension than have to deal with a TSI + DSG out of warranty.

@holgerbehrendt9685

2 жыл бұрын

I just did opposite. Funny. I want s cst thst last 20 Years. Wirh a Volkswagen, never possible

@kruck96

2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to like the CX5 but I want a daily driver to be isolated not sporty. The CX5 is beautiful but the Bose stereo was poor, front seat bottoms too short, overall too small, and too much NVH from the front for my liking.

VW fixed the EA888 lineup in 2014 with the gen3 introduction, so I feel like they've been good engines as of late. Good torque down low makes the engines fun to drive with

@markmiller3279

2 жыл бұрын

Engines are rarely a problem amymore. That VW was having problems was unusual, as most makes don't. It's all the other stuff that breaks down, not the engines.

@georgehugeabutt9947

2 жыл бұрын

@@markmiller3279 yeah , exactly , even in most cars its more all the bullshit gizmos that break down before the engine , even german cars. The tiguan engine has been perfected over the last 21 year since the 2.0t launched in 2001 , may of been earlier

@masterwhopper414

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgehugeabutt9947 dude are you high? The Tiguan has not been out for 21 years, nor had the EA888

@greiner7414

2 жыл бұрын

Feels like a small diesel in a lot of ways, it does pull off the bottom and makes it really drive able around town

@Ce0ammer

Жыл бұрын

@@markmiller3279 When it comes to VAG engines there has been problems with a lot of the petrol engines. 1.4 and 2.0 mainly, but also the 1.2. The 2.0 TFSI in the Audi A4/A5 B8 was very much to stay clear from. Heck! Change gas, refill oil is a classic VAG joke for a reason.

Love my Tiguan 1.5 petrol DSG 2021 regular size 5 seater. Smooth, comfortable, spacious. It really is a work of art. The haptics temp controls are fine for me; I don't understand why everyone gripes about them. It's a car that grows on you the more you drive it and it really becomes part of the family.

I am happy to own the 2022 R-line black edition as I heard you guys said good things about this 2022 Vw Tiguan and you guys are honest and good reviews , thanks

Canadian buyer here, bought the 22 Tiguan Comfortline R-Line (Your SE R line with some difference like the nicer digital gauge screen and AWD standard) and absolutely love it. Whenever I drive people around in it like friends and family, they always remark about how comfortable it is. My dad said it was like riding in a limo. Personally, mine came from the factory, never driven on the road or test driven and I paid to have it sprayed top to bottom to prevent rust as we use lots of road salt here. Having driven it in some nasty weather it felt very sturdy and I had complete confidence in it to perform. People will harp on the Horse power numbers, but really it doesn't feel slow. For me, I loved the German design elements and styling and it's an absolutely pleasant and smooth cruiser. I'm not out here trying to win stop light street races. It does get the suggest MPG for AWD for me, but I have pushed it further with very smooth accelerations and stops. I got the all blacked out Tig and people honestly think it costs more than it did. Let me just say this though, because every car reviewer hates this about the Tig... I actually like the Steering wheel and HVAC controls. Perhaps because I'm an Zoomer (mid 20's) but I like the way it lights up and looks and I've never had difficulties operating it. Everything about it made sense for me to use on a daily basis but I get it's a personal preference thing. Another thing to note. My purchase came with Sirius satellite radio... Please VW let us opt out of this. I don't want it, Spotify is better and I already have it. Sirius will not stop calling me to purchase since the trial ended. (Which I didn't use once)

@yuj7629

Жыл бұрын

Hi, VW fan from BC, mind if sharing the maintenance/service cost of 22 Tiguan? Thanks.

@zenchito6732

6 ай бұрын

Does your Suv have a block heater already🎉 when you brought it?

I’m a sub because you guys always go above and beyond… esp with the audio sound, interior noise, and under body. My fave channel by far!! 💯

My wife recently bought a brand new Tiguan R-line in white and absolutely loves it. It’s an SE but has 4-motion optioned on it. The R-line is definitely the better looking trim especially with the black wheels.

These cars drive extremely nice. Peppy and very solid feeling. I drove a couple 2018 Tiguans on different occasions and really enjoyed it.

VW. Quality. Refined. Power that's relevant. We have 2 now.

Bought my ‘22 Tiguan SE FWD in December to replace a ‘17 Golf that was getting high in mileage. Agree that overall it drives very smooth and feels very solid, which is why I like VW’s. Engine isn’t very exciting, but once you get going it’s fine, and very capable on the highway. Have been averaging 26 mpg in mixed driving. So far no issues. One other advantage was not having to pay over MSRP like many of the Tiguan’s competitors.

Now a CUV to end the week!! Nothing will make me feel better about this crappy wintry mix we are getting in April, than watching another CUV review!! LIFE IS GOOD!!

@bluecollarben9836

2 жыл бұрын

It’s such a surreal experience! It makes me wanna get a tattoo that says “My other car is a Hyundai Tucson”

Here is why this is a better SUV. You can drop it an inch with H&R Sport Springs, and then you can go out and get you a nice set of BBS or VMR wheels, and add on some Michelin Pilot Sports on it, and it will look every bit as good as a Audi SQ5 or BMW X5 at half the price. I did those mods to mine, and it's amazing how many people stop me to ask "wow, what kind of SUV is that?" And they are blown away when I tell them how little I paid for it compared to what it looks like.

Great overview guys, thank you!

I bought the 2018 VW Tiguan SE plus special fog lights for my wife . She likes it so much. The water pump out around 36,000 miles under warranty. Cargo area and third row seats are the down side. Very good gas mileage on freeway.

I just picked up a 22 Mazda CX-5 Signature, I was a 25 year Audi/ VW guy, I looked the other way at reliability since I did the majority of my own service, but my 2014 A4 was a pile from the moment it hit 50K, carbon build-up, bad ZF trans, bad injector, then the all too familiar timing chain jump. I faithfully changed oils at 5K, plugs at 30K, but when it started to devour Liqui-Moly 2.5 quarts per 1000 miles…..I was done. VAG makes great looking and driving cars, but never again.

@JohnKaufmann

2 жыл бұрын

Same experience for me with my Audi. In a Lexus now.

@cwx8

2 жыл бұрын

Yep sounds about right. Similar experience on my s4.

@budalanemac3115

2 жыл бұрын

To keep it runing, you needed to clean a oil pickup hose mesh found when you remove your oil pan. That is the main issue with all TSI,TSFI engines. Your engine didn't get the lubrication or coolling effect from oil and that is why starts burning oil and has all that soot.

@randyp6370

2 жыл бұрын

@@budalanemac3115 Thanks, never knew that, I had a 2.8 2V A4 Quat for 23 years, that car was never an issue, the newer 2014 always had something.

@budalanemac3115

2 жыл бұрын

@@randyp6370 Reason for that is a stupid design. Older enginis are 10xbetter then new ones.

Well done guys, I like the comparison you made.

Our 2019 Tiguan SEL 4Motion has been pretty fantastic overall. It's a very comfortable car that does everything pretty well. 40k miles and no issues to speak of as of yet. Having a full warranty until 72k helps quite a bit as well! :)

@EnterTheOcho

2 жыл бұрын

Own the same Tiguan in the same trim with just over 40k miles. Also no issues and super pleased about the warranty.

@ericminnerath4892

2 жыл бұрын

Also have a 2019 VW with no isseus. 6yr/72K warranty definitely provides great peace of mind

@Rfk1966

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same experience. 2019 SEL 4Motion with close to 50k miles. Zero issues, been a great ride so far. Glad mine older so as to avoid the new crappy buttons and lack thereof!

@schmoestudy

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same

Another very useful review.

That transition at 0:29 was truly beautiful.

Love your channel and watch every video. One competitor you did not mention is the Subaru Forester. When shopping CUVs 3 years ago the Forester was the best option for us. Visibility is best in class. It’s like driving in a fishbowl. The seats were super comfortable for us, especially for my 5 foot wife. The rear seats were very spacious and offered heating and USB ports. AWD system is best in class and with a set of Michelin Cross Climate Plus a monster in the snow and still great on the highway. Handling and power train not the best, but totally fine at 3 to 5 tenths which is how my wife drives and VERY safe for my 17 year old son. This is not a car about fun. It’s all about practicality with reasonable comfort. Plus the resale values are amazing. Loves how the cx5 drives but the rear seat is unacceptable for teenagers and adults. FYI I keep a 2010 mx5 with modified suspension for when I want to have fun.

I bought a 2022 Tiguan SEL Premium R-Line last month and I am IN LOVE!!! I also have a Honda Civic Type R and I can honestly say the interior on the Tiguan is much nicer.

I feel like this is a channel that both the viewers and brand sponsors can be proud of

My family car is a 2012 tiguan and it's getting close to replacement time. If it wasn't for the fact that I want to go more upscale and larger I would hands down go with another tiguan. It has been incredibly reliable at 170000 miles.

@leospeeds500

2 жыл бұрын

I had a 2017 Limited and upgraded to a 21 SE Black R Line. Best decision

@CalsVlogs

6 ай бұрын

@@leospeeds500how is it as of today? Looking to buy a 24’ Tiguan but concern is reliability. I want to keep the car well past warranty

@leospeeds500

6 ай бұрын

@@CalsVlogs so far no problems, it’s been good to me so far.

It’s also great looking both in photos and in person.

this is the first time ive seen jack not disappointed by a people mover SUV

Bought the 22 SEL R-line... love this vehicle... not built for speed but it is fast enough for my needs... Rural driving but I'll pass you if you're not doing 80 issues... drove it from Miami to the US/Canada border and did just fine at highway speeds

I owned one of these. I wish Jack would have mentioned that the 2nd row bench slides back & forth 6”. But thanks for mentioning that it’s a spacious vehicle. My vehicle has a 2021 CX-5 and as was said, this Tiguan does dwarf the Mazda cargo capacity space wise.

We love our 2020 Tiguan!

Loved the music in the start

Refined is the perfect description for the refreshed Tiguan

I love VW Tiguan. My new 2022 red one arrives tomorrow.

Really happy to see a Jack video again.

a perfect review

Great video, but honestly those climate controls are not bad. I used them in the new passat and they work great and it's uncomplicated

Maintenance on VW/Audi requires a generous repair budget. Especially if the engine bay is full of plastic parts that go bad quickly. They make nice cars but it'll be nice if they added some reliability in the mix.

@d4nvu

2 жыл бұрын

Would you say this is still true for the newer VW models? I’m seriously considering the newer Tiguan but really turned off by the reliability

@flacjacket

2 жыл бұрын

I have a Mk7 R ('17) with 55k on the clock (its tuned and I drive the piss out of it but with the utmost mechanical sympathy). I had the clutch go bad at 8,600 miles (common issue, the OEM is made of velcro and cannot handle a tune), the thermostat housings crack and leak extremely slowly (you will never see wetness as it evaporate off too fast) I got mine replaced under warranty because I could smell coolant. I have done a front wheel bearing (also common on MQB VWs) as well. That is all, it has otherwise been dead reliable and none of those things left me stranded. I did the clutch myself for $600 in parts and I think the wheel bearing cost like $25. All told not too bad.

@yungrichnbroke5199

2 жыл бұрын

@@flacjacket my mustang has as many miles as your R and I have had literally 0 maintenance issues. What you’ve been put through is ridiculous and should be totally unacceptable.

@georgehugh3455

2 жыл бұрын

@@d4nvu While VW may be cracking mid-tier in reliability for compact cars, Consumer Reports has their small SUVs (Tiguan and Taos) solidly AT THE BOTTOM of their respective categories in Reliability based on non-biased info from the last three years.

@edcamden2571

2 жыл бұрын

@@flacjacket that’s not a good track record for any car with 55k miles. I understand yours is tuned but to fry any clutch in that mileage unless you tripled the horsepower……and a thermostat and wheel bearing too.

To put things into perspective re: the engine, I am fairly sure this is the same EA888 that’s in my precious little rocket, the 2015 VW Polo GTI, the only difference being the increased capacity from 1.8 to 2.0. I can only say it is an excellent engine, and in a Polo it is insane in torque and power to weight ratio. That said, excellent quality videos, cheers from Europe.

I did a price&build R-Line which came to $40k. Nice car. My concern is cost after the warranty ends.

As always LOVE your videos !!! ( Buy this, Lease this, at 59,999 miles, sell it , give it back, and RUN !!!!! ( my last VW at 18,000 miles started to leak coolant, and boost leaks later, ..... but amazing car to drive )

great review

I've had a 2014 GLI with Fender speakers and now I have the 22 Tiguan Highline. The sound system is better than this guy says in my opinion.

Great review, I am surprised to hear about the fender system being inadequate as everyone likes it way more than the lower level system. How bad is the lower trim stereo?

First time watcher. Are you guys brothers.

When your serious, you both do a great job!

I’ve got a Mk 7 4Motion Sportwagen. When I was getting my GT3 the dealer gave me a Macan Base as a loaner to get to the hotel and back while they prepped the car. It drove like a Golf Mk 7 with Porsche paddles behind the steering wheel and a Porsche logo in the middle of the steering wheel.

Gotta say, the EA 888 is a proven engine as well. All the hot hatch guys beat on those and tune them. They do really well if you just do about any maintenance :P

Just purchased this exact model, trim and color, though with a black interior. I'm in love with it, and can say this review nailed it. The less than perfect audio can be drastically helped by adjusting the bass, mid, and treble. The haptic steering wheel and climate sliders bother me less than I thought they would. It looks fantastic and handles really well. I can be a professional, new dad in this, doing runs to costco without spending over 40k. I think it would crush the rav4 if there was a hybrid trim with a bit more power.

@rteitel1974

8 ай бұрын

How has your Tig been after 1 year? Have one like this on order. Thanks!

@jchaps1

8 ай бұрын

@rteitel1974 it's been good! It's a solid tank but handles very well. The only issue is the acceleration while the engine is cold is very jerky if you're not careful. But once it's warmed up that goes away. I wish the drives seat went lower. Otherwise it's beautiful, has AWD, lots on interior space without looking big on the outside. Doesn't get the gas mileage of honda crv or other cuv's with CVT transmissions, but not bad at 30 on the highway and 27 mpg long term avg. In sport mode it can feel quite fast off the line but doesn't have a lot of power at speed (184 hp). Wish it had more power and could tow more than 1500lbs. That's about it!

@rteitel1974

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the report. Mine arrives at the dealership this Saturday. It was a tough decision due to the lack of power. My thought is that if the lack of power bothers me, I can always get an inexpensive stage 1 tune. I just think this design will age well and so many cars these days look of the time.@@jchaps1

@jchaps1

7 ай бұрын

@rteitel1974 I agree the design will age well. And I was also looking at the apr ecu tune that adds 25% more HP for 500$. But I'm going to wait until my warranty expires before I do that. That tune also fixes the non linear throttle issue and deactivates the engine start/stop as default upon start up. So absolutely worth every penny, it just voids your power train warranty.

@rteitel1974

7 ай бұрын

@@jchaps1 I got my Tig finally and honestly the lack of power doesn't bother me. Gorgeous color! The APR stage 1 tune won't necessarily negate the powertrain warranty. I'm going to wait a few months to get it though to see how the car plays out regarding oil consumption.

It rips with a tune if anyone ever wants to take a bite of the forbidden fruit! Very reliable still with APR 93 Oct. tune. My wife is in absolute love with hers 😊

@Rockybalboa541

Жыл бұрын

You have the apr for the 2022?

Great review. For better or worse this is the most popular segment in the industry. Nice point in the DI only injection system as it is something I always look to compare in each new car. Maybe you could mention where each car is built because that does matter to some consumers.

@YHWH101

Жыл бұрын

Tennessee

I leased a 2022 Tiguan SE at the end of last year for the sign and drive event after my B8 S4 decided it wanted to unalive itself. I got a SE as I wanted the standard buttons on the steering wheel but I absolutely hate the haptic controls on the HVAC and the only way to get a standard hvac controls is on the base and I wanted to safety features on the car. Overall, it’s a good car, it’s my wife’s daily and I took back over my tdi wagon. Overall, it’s a decent car. My only complaint is that you sit too high in the drivers seat and it doesn’t go down low enough to fix it.

1. Sexiest music & opening for a long while 2. Great comparison 3. Live Laugh Love

Awesome review, i love how you touched on how much room it has inside compared to the competition, this was something that shocked me when i test drove it as no other reviewers i saw mentioned this. One other fun bit of information is that the Tiguan and Rav4 actually share the same 8 speed transmission provided by Aisin (only in North America)

@markmiller3279

2 жыл бұрын

The previous Tiguan was criticized for being too small, so when VW redesigned it they went the other way and made it one of the biggest in its class.

Never understood the piano black gripe, it takes a single minute to wipe it down with an interior wipe and buff with a microfiber... that's it 🤣

As always great job guys! Do you have engineering support with this video? I would love for you to grill them on why haptic controls are better than physical? Would be curious to see what their answer is when pushed on it.

@L0rdVadr

2 жыл бұрын

They touched on it in a previous video. According to vw, they modeled it after a smartphone touch screen basically. Only problem is, the phones work well, the VWs not so much.

I just made my son with that intro music

@frankhassle9366

2 ай бұрын

Hot stud alert!

I have the exact same sweater Jack has in that same color. I wear it only when I'm ripping through corners in my Chevy Trax.

The Fender setup must have changed because the original, at least in the golf, was fantastic for the price.

This video was great detail. I hope you will review audi q 3 or q5 .or audi a4 wagon.

Curious to see what you guys think of the new Rouge with the turbo 3 cyl

VW's last gen infotainment is such a blessing here. They had it just right. Pour one out for the Golf fans. Side note: VW has seriously diluted the R badge, but corporate stinginess paid off in a way-- the EA888 motor has come a seriously long way since Gen 1.

I got a 2013 (the last gen power train) 12 way seats on both sides, max ac button, 265 tires.

Does the front passenger seat fold flat like on the old one? Than feature is actually super useful for carrying 8ft boards and other long things. Dedicated touch controls for the HVAC system are a complete waste and probably a deal breaker

Cross shopping this with CX5, CX9, Atlas, among others (not all the same size / price I know). Coming from a QX60 which just feels massive and numb to drive (has actual been a pretty good car other than driving feel and out of date tech, best seats ever and tons of space). Our other car is a GTI, really like the 1-2 punch of that and a crossover despite all the hate they get. Tiguan is really compelling, although the CX5 Carbon looks damn good with those seats.

@lordflyquad4721

2 жыл бұрын

I just got a 22 CX5 Carbon with the red leather. Everybody who gets in it says "Holy shit this thing is beautiful". It really is put together like a Swiss watch. And it does ride firmly, but super body control at all times, drives like a good sports sedan. Loving it.

Looking forward to seeing how you compare the new Sportage against the others in this class

@gregholman2930

2 жыл бұрын

BAM!

@dominickwilliams3504

2 жыл бұрын

Hyundai/Kia brakes don't last. Warping from 6k up. Eats oil from 5k. 2 bad . I liked the Tuscan hybrid and funky Sportage. Elantra N. But....

Not a fan of SUV's but this is one of the best looking.

Just like that they proved you wrong !! You were very critical when this generation was first introduced in 2018/2019!

What, an interior review by Jack without the term 'noise floor' being dropped? That's his trademark!

@MJSEN

2 жыл бұрын

And perceived quality?

@savagegeese

2 жыл бұрын

Shut up guys I am telling my mom.

2019 GTI owner, and on my 2nd water pump replacement. Though I'm told the first replacement was a dud and leaked since the day it was installed.

VW is literally sitting on a gold mine with this car… I seriously SERIOUSLY think this thing could outsell everything IF, for future models and generations, they take the feedback and improve on it. If they are able to get back to physical controls, while stilling keeping the premium feel/tech of their infotainment, this thing could fly. Get rid of the piano black and add a model with Golf R speed. Quite literally the perfect daily. Feels like they’re so close to producing the perfect CUV and are teasing us…

might get rid of my gti for the tiguan next year, more space would be great and 4motion in NY would be great and mor features

This is VW’s best car now and like the GTI, they seem hell bent on ruining the steering wheel controls. These Tiguans are awesome to drive and especially nice for long trips. RAV4 is gruff as you state but feels more durable and something you don’t mind getting dirty. But the RAV4 actually handles as well believe it or not and is just as fast. The CX5 is Mazda’s cash cow for a reason and it amazes me how good it is still despite being the oldest of the three. For piece of mind though it’s hard not to love the naturally aspirated drive trains of the Mazda and Toyota. Funny that the Aisin 8 speed is shared by the RAV4 and Tiguan.

If it weren't for ever changing CAFE requirements and the necessity for companies to keep chasing those MPG's, most of the vehicles in this segment would be sporting the 250 HP and 300 pound feet of torque that they really need.

I think VW wins in terms of solidity/body structure in its price segment. Toyota may be next and Honda close. Not sure about Mazdas, they seem pretty well built, too. And VWs also ride well and in a European way. The interiors are kind of cold and the seats firm and such, but the solidity is what I like about VWs.

I wasn’t a fan of VW until I bought my 19 Atlas. It has been probably one of my most favorite cars that I have owned. They do a great job. This was a solid breakdown!

@sappyjohnson

2 жыл бұрын

Just be aware that repairs and maintenance are very expensive. You probably haven't hit that phase yet. I had a VW touareg for many years and I sunk so much money into that thing.

@android175

2 жыл бұрын

@@sappyjohnson Not true anymore. (Still more expensive, but..) lots of VW parts are made in Mexico and can be found cheap.

@sappyjohnson

2 жыл бұрын

@@android175 well that’s good to hear. Just to replace brakes and tires would cost me around $4000

@android175

2 жыл бұрын

@@sappyjohnson my god. My GTI was $600 for tires and $130 for both front brakes… the dealers are ripoffs.. (assuming u went to one)

@P4SDetails

2 жыл бұрын

@@sappyjohnson totally get it. Hopefully it goes alright. It came with the 10 year warranty, fingers crossed that we don’t have to use that too Kuching.

Consumer Reports (CR) just rated the Tiguan one of the worst reliable SUVs for sale today, however, there's a clear disconnect with CRs survey results and all the positive owner comments/feedback below. Interesting. Nice review!

When he adjusted the temperature without a button or knob is all I needed to know. CX5 it is!

@zenchito6732

6 ай бұрын

You better not buy a smart phone too. There is no knob it😂😅😊

@bartb4594

6 ай бұрын

I don't operate a cellphone screen while driving, its illegal for good reason.@@zenchito6732

Surprised you guys liked it so much ! Says a lot

@krane15

Ай бұрын

Carmakers almost always get it right by the time its on its last years.

I drove the Tiguan a few years ago. I absolutely loved everything about that vehicle. The only thing that stopped me from buying it was the lack of horsepower! Why doesn’t VW send the US the Tiguan R?

@flacjacket

2 жыл бұрын

If they did I may genuinely have bought one, instead I bought a used Cayenne.

@henrik1743

2 жыл бұрын

Causse they expect you to buy the Porsche Macan from the VAG family, duh

@leospeeds500

2 жыл бұрын

APR tune solves that problem

@marcoliver5390

2 жыл бұрын

The lack of power and those stupid haptic touch controls lead me to buy a CX-5 Turbo instead. I don’t need the extra room; I had a first-gen Tiguan (R-Line) which I absolutely loved, and it gave me 10 years & 200K of trouble free driving. I wish I could’ve bought a new one of those. The Taos is too new (Mexico built) and also has a wheezy little motor. The Mazda’s turbo powertrain is stellar but the seats aren’t as good and the handling is horrible compared to my old Tiguan. I might have gone over to Audi but the nearest dealer is over 2 hours away from me.

@Ryan-yl9kl

2 жыл бұрын

@@leospeeds500 Does that void the warranty? Genuinely considering this for a next car for a family member, but only thing stopping me from recommending is the power.

Trying to seduce the crowd from the start fellas 😂

@t44e6

2 жыл бұрын

CURSE YOU AJ! I wanted to be first.

I wonder if you can tune the ECU like the last gen. Stage 3 tigual r line? Yes please

I LOVE the Tiguan but because it was so under-powered I had to pass. And like you pointed out, I hate the piano black slider controls. It's a senior thing I guess. I'm currently driving a 2019 VW Arteon SEL Premium R-Line with an APR+ Tune package. 359Hp w/ 348 lb/ft torque. Love it!

@noobeenaut

2 жыл бұрын

Those Arteons are pretty cool

@Zerkerr

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely regret never jumping into an Arteon when I was car shopping 2 years ago. I've been looking at them lately, love their looks and everything. Glad to see APR got a tune for it to proper levels of what that car should be having.

@shadwblazeUSVI

2 жыл бұрын

@@Zerkerr well think of it this way, if you get an Arteon now, it's much better than back a 2019 version. They gave the engine a different tune, so it now makes 300hp instead of 258 or whatever it was, and it has the 7spd dual clutch out the golf GTI, instead of the 8 speed automatic

@kc510

2 жыл бұрын

Passed here for lack of power and my wife said “it looks like a minivan.”

I was shoping for these 3 SUV as well as the kia Sorento and I do agree with everything that has been said. And that's why I've ordered a Tiguane. I'd had 1 thing, the CX-5 is only fun to drive with the Turbo engine, the non turbo version is so slow its worst then a Rav4 IMO, in therm of joy to drive. If the Tiguane had 30-40 more HP it would have been the uncontestable king of the segment IMO. My GF wanted the Tiguane bcuz its the one she said wasn't feeling like a mini-van while driven. (she tried the none-turbo CX-5)

Pretty soon you'll need something like this to do a lap at pbir

This is much different review than u did with the same car 2 years ago... Anyway, I always appreciate your opinion even if it confuse me sometimes.

@wocaomade

8 ай бұрын

They did not get the top trim for the older review. This year they did. So the interior and sound system are very different between the two.Also, the handling is much better with top trim. In entry level you get 215mm tires in previous model years. The top trim gives you 255mm tires which feels much more planted in corners

I don’t know about sound charts I go by my ear, and that Fender audio sounds great compared to the systems in the Toyota and Hondas.

Just the prior year this thing had normal controls…I just got an Atlas and think VW have a great pair of SUVs in the lineup

@markmiller3279

2 жыл бұрын

They also have the smaller Taos.

How does this compare to the Hyundai Santa Fe? That really seems like the best deal in this segment. Also most ground clearance behind the Outback.

Basically any vehicle with that EA888 engine needs a Stage 1 tune. It doesn't need anything more than that - just turn up the boost and they have the power they should have been given from the factory.