Your car review is the best of all reviewers in Australia. Very detailed, thorough and variety of info. I am glad we have a good car review channel like you here.
Having owned RAV4's and VW's over the years I favour the VW for sophistication and a car that's just as much at home in the supermarket car park or the driveway of a flash hotel.
I like this car, RAV4 is nice and is bullet proof, but the Tiguan has the extra level of refinement the Toyota doesn't have. I'm biased though as I drive a Tuareg!
Love the review, showed all the good and the neutral parts of the Tiguan. Not too fancy like the Tucson or as adventurous type as the RAV4 but I'd prefer this over any of those two because of two things: versatility and user-friendly cabin.
Tiguan over the Tucson or RAV4 sure I agree with you looks far better than those boring Asian SUVs drives , Handling,braking. comfort, performance far superior .Until the warranty runs out or U need to dispose of it 7y later as the used car public prefer those boring RAV4 , Tuscon and tend to not even consider those exciting German engineered SUV hence resale goes like a brick droped from a window
My go-to channel for car reviews. I’m driving the previous range Tiguan in the base spec (called Trendline in South Africa) and it’s a decent car. I really hope that VW have fine tuned the DSG box as the car is jerky during takeoff. Looking forward to test driving the newly updated one. Keep up the wonderful reviews 👍🏽
@@1250GSX many, many people actually. I’m not one of them, but it’s still a valuable medium, especially with digital channels as there are so many with such variety in city areas. It should be standard these days, they’re cost-saving and it’s as simple as that.
Hi Paul another great test. Maybe Paul you need to include in your reviews running cost, IE service costs. VW are one if not the worst for service costs and poor customer service when it come to warranty especially. Car companies that have bad customer service reputations need to be exposed, IE Jeep wow how bad were they!
@@krane15 as a passenger its ok As a driver it hunts around never happy in a straight line, steering wheel looks good but its a terrible sectional shape meaning its uncomfortable to hold, the arm rests are at knee height so you "hang" from the wheel, lane assist is off now because it tried so steer me into an oncoming bus, false crash alarms whilst in tunnels and nobody around. Suspension far too hard, its not a sports car, why try? It results in giving uncomfortable ride quality. Hands-free tailgate is hopeless, DSG is jerky in some situations. The speedo is literally 4 x shown - no joke, only 3x shown with the HUD turned off - but the fuel guage is hard to read with a 2mm long tv needle The whole design is compromised by skinny and wide wheel packs, short and long wheel base models. Im not VW bashing - the 2006 jetta was a far better car for its day, the wheel/tyre/ suspension combo was perfect dispite no electronic adjustment of shocks etc.
@@gouldj4029 I'll probably look to the kodiaq sportline, but isn't it a bit bigger than the others I've listed? I don't want anything that feels like I'm driving a truck so it's probably bottom of my list, but yet to test drive anything as I'm waiting for the tucson to land first.
@@patrickbateman6885 same here. I don’t know of any other vehicle on the market in Australia that can do everything the outback can with the same level of tech and safety for 50k.
@@CarExpertAus Haha very true, maybe they've also made it especially for youtube videos so you can check out CarExpert videos with the video on the top half of the portrait screen hm!
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Loved the review. Disappointed they removed the rear tables. That was a nice touch on my Adventure. I love the tech hence the reason I would seriously consider this over other SUV models. Digital cockpit, wireless Apple Car play and USB C fast charging are highlights for me! Now to decide whether to go for the 110 or the 132?!
3rd gear was a struggle for the 0-100 test. More cogs, maybe 8 speed should be in their future vehicles. So agree the more powerful version is the one to go for. Paul, the new Outlander looks interesting. Will look forward to seeing that review. Still not sure about CVT gearboxes though.
CarExpert .. bit had to understand really even Ford with the Escape on 95 very strange .. the people I know would find it hard to justify another 20cents a litre in the family taxi.
jerrymyahzcat .. no don't reckon you gain anything much running a vehicle made to run on 91 the higher octane stuff works fine if your engine is built to use it with higher compression and tuned with more advanced spark and such a higher performance motor .
My one problem with the VW group is their motors. Don't get me wrong the 110KW motor is good but it's lacking when say a Kia Cerato GT has 150KW for 32K while a Golf only has 110KW for 10 Grand More
Don't be put off by the lower kilowatt figure. The smaller turbo motors have a lot of usable torque, lower in the rev range. That, together with the DSG which shifts really quickly, make the cars feel quite zippy.
I understand that the version being released in India is not a 4 wheel drive ! We are so deprived 😭😭...this review made me do jealous! Off roading won't be easy without a 4 wheel drive (sniffle 😢)
@PaulMaric @CarExpert Awesome review mate! Really thorough as always. I know you’ve done a GLB250 review, any chance you could do a GLB35? I’m picking mine up this week but keen to get your thoughts on it.
Hi Paul, I’m relatively new to the Carexpert however loving the channel. Sensational reviews and extrembly well presented !.....I have a new 162 R-Line due for delivery in August here in Perth. Hoping to see you come across for a detailed review ? 😊
Nice review Paul. Being a CX-5 GT owner and past Tiguan owner, I was very interested to see what Toyota would bring in the new RAV4. I still feel the CX-5 is the most luxurious, but the Kodiaq (I know it’s a 7 seater) and Tiguan are not far behind. Compared to them, RAV4 and Forrester are quite agricultural in styling. The 2.5 Turbo Mazda is a gem of a motor in the CX-5 and the main reason I bought it. The VW group make great cars, but for me dieselgate and their price point are too much to ignore. Lloyd
I understand what you’re saying about not being able to have the navigation on both screens but in reality when would you ever need it on both. You have a finite number of screens so if you have it on one, surely you’d want other info on the other one? Just saying. And you can swap it from one to the other so.... Wish we had satellite radio not just DAB+ which is unreliable at best and useless outside cities. Honda rear doors also open almost 90° which is great.
@@CarExpertAus that's great to hear. Me and the wife were about to get the 2021 sel r line...then we read how the 2022 models would have most of what was on the 2021 sel r-line, but on base or mid level 2022's. Like the digital cockpit, led lights, lane assist, fender speakers, power lift gate, sleeker more stylish grille, ambient lighting and more. So we will be waiting an extra three months, but the wait is worth saving 7 to 8k.
Looks simple and elegant even in base models, unlike its rivals. The old Tiguan was also much better in the corners and more comfortable than Asian rivals.
A mate of mine has the previous model S-Line, and with the options it was a tad over 60k. The alloys were very soft and he kerbed it in the first three months, but other than that it was nice, if a bit thirsty for the engine size
@@CarExpertAus Around 10... and he’s not a lead foot, but it was the most powerful motor (same as the GTI I believe) for that model. Another friend was getting better economy in his diesel Range Rover Sport and that’s much bigger (albeit diesel) weight wise.
@@CarExpertAus many things actually, it doesn't drive nice and needs constant correction in a straight line, those 20 rims and fat tyres are way outside its design intention with skinny wheels and it shows up. Cheap carpet, rubbish sound system, arm rests are at leg height meaning you "hang" from the hard edge profile steering wheel which is uncomfortable, hands-free tailgate works 30% of the time, gps is rubbish- it doesn't understand my address "grove" or "street" so my full address is zero result found. Plus other things. Transmission backlash, jerky low speed DSG. In my opinion it should be a comfortable car, in my opinion its not. Sorry if i sound like a whinging type, actually im not usually
@@ben7020 Agree with all your points. I owned 2 Tiguan 162s, the first had terrible gear lash and a jerky downshifting dsg. The second was better. It seems to be luck of the draw. On the positive side the handling, feel and adjustability at speed for an SUV is just amazing. Been on many cruises with hot hatch groups and kept up with them just fine. Couldn't have managed this in any other SUV in the price range.
Seriously the amount Tiguan's one the road, I really doubt there is any reliability issues, the sheer amount sold it is surely trusted by fair amount of people. The R line spec cannot even be compared to Rav 4 it is way above in class and looks..
I hope to test drive the 132 TSI when it is out here in Perth in a couple of weeks. I am deciding between the Tiguan and Mazda CX-5 GT, which has more outdated tech than the Tiguan. But the reliability issues I am reading about the Tiguan is of concern too. I guess I will decide after I get to test drive the 132TSI.
I have the 2020 cruiser hybrid all wheel drive - comparing it the 132TSI the cruiser has slightly better performance, better fuel economy, cheaper to service and in my opinion a better looking SUV just wish it had the drivers digital cluster like the Tiguan (if you go for the lux package) and would have liked a heads up display but a small compromise for a already impressive package.
@@CarExpertAus cruiser hybrid is a very difficult SUV to fault...I got from north Brisbane to Dubbo on one tank of fuel. Cruiser hybrid definitely for the win. An awesome car review channel Paul!!! Keep up the great work.
@@kensouza9239 Cruiser AWD 0-100 is 8.1seconds and 132TSI is 8.3seconds that's why I said it had only slightly better performance...anything higher than the 132TSI then it will definitely have better performance.
Hey Paul...love your vids mate. Just one thing if you don't mind. As a South African I'd just like to help out with how we pronounce UTE.... "bucky" = bakkie 😉
We're flat out at the moment with our new experience centre, but video will pick up again shortly! www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/the-carexpert-experience-centre-is-open
Some time ago, you tested the rigidity of medium SUVs and uncovered that the Tiguan was one of the few that exhibited some flex. So much so that the driver’s door didn’t close (or open) properly. Wonder if this has been addressed.
I got one of these new 110 Tiguans as a loaner this week while the dealer serviced my GTI. I didn’t know there was a Sport Mode on the DSG, but I found the Normal mode quite annoying. The DSG would up-shift waaay too early, so when I gave it a bit more throttle, it never had any torque immediately available. From stand-still, the throttle has a big dead-zone before the car moves away, and together with tending to be two gears too high, I found myself having to unnecessarily modulate the throttle back and forth to maintain the speed that I want, which I don’t have to on my manual GTI. You can tell I’m not a big fan of DSG. I might buy an automatic car next time, but if so, it will be a conventional torque converter rather than DSG or CVT. In one instance driving the Tiguan, on changing lanes, the steering wheel tugged a bit the other way. I had it confirmed later by the Service coordinator that it was the Lane Keep Assist kicking in. Not a big fan of the car doing that. I didn’t enjoy the sensation of the car fighting what I was deliberately trying to do. If I had a car with this feature, I’d switch that off for sure.
Before you decide to buy a Tiguan or VW car, read my below case. I am living in New Zealand. A few weeks ago, my VW Tiguan broke down in the car park of Countdown supermarket. I called the Roadside Assist and told them about my situation. The technician told me that my car must be towed back to the garage for repair. You might think that my above experience is nothing special. But what is shocking is that this is the sixth time my car needs repairs in the past four years. The car was really good at first. But from the middle of the first year, problem started. The faults are rear windscreen wiper, a key, reversing camera, car computer, rear LED light and engine malfunction. My car is the latest model at year 2017, and only travelled 22K at this moment. Fortunately, all repair costs are covered by 5-year warranty (I paid the cost of last two year extension). But now, I am worrying about what will happen in the 6th and 7th year after the five-year warranty expires. I complained to Volkswagen New Zealand about the quality and reliability of the car. Their answers made me even more angry. They basically told me that all malfunctions have been repaired within the warranty period. Therefore, they are not responsible for any losses caused to customers due to poor car quality. In the past 4 years, I have not only lost time to send the car for repair. I also lost many days of using the car and had to bear the travelling cost because they didn't provide courtesy car. And even have to endure mental pressure. So is it too demanding for problem free when buying a new car? Talking about follow-up developments. After I tried to complaint to VW Europe and Australia thru e-mail. The customer manager Carolina Zalazar of VW NZ contacted me again and gave me a meaningless offer, which is two years Roadside Assist and $200 voucher for next service, instead of two years of warranty. Should she know what I am worrying is the maintenance cost? I asked them to buy back or trade in my car at the current market price. She forwarded the case to the car dealer Tristram European, and asked me to contact the dealer directly. But the dealer rejected me because VW NZ will not compensate them anything. Eventually, I received a deal seems to reply in good faith. “You will need to advise the dealer if you are interested in a new Tiguan or which model and then we can organise a special price for a new vehicle if that was the case.” Try it, I pick three models and see what the price is. 1. Golf 8 2. T-Roc 3. T-Cross R Type Received a call from Tristram European for following price. 1. Golf 8, New model, no discount 2. T-Roc，No car can offer you 3. T-Cross R Type，Only this model can less $1500 from $45,500 RRP. Is it a ridiculous special price? Before Tiguan, I had owned a Toyota Highlander for 7 years. I just need to perform regular services and the car never has a problem. So if a brand new VW car needs to be returned for six repairs in four years, is the quality acceptable? Can I say VW sold me a defective car? Is it reasonable if I ask VW to buy my car back at current market price, or at least extend warranty period two years, rather than meaningless Roadside Assist?
Have heard of 2 other people in Sydney being treated like this and cars with a list of issues , makes it to big a risk to buy a VW product in my mind. One of the above mentioned 6 months old car had no air cond for 4 month's
1. The gesture sensor is just below the display. Works 100% 2. My golf can have navigation on both the speedo console and the main display unit . So surprised. 3.is the Digital display standard or optional ?
The Active Info Display isn’t standard. At least not in the base model. If you choose the basic navigation system (Discover Media) than you can have the navigation only on one of the two displays at the same time. If you choose the more expensive navigation system (Discover Pro) than you can have the navigation on both displays simultaneously.
So very similar to Skoda Karoq which I have purchased in 2019 in Melbourne for just 28K drive away (base model), Tiguan is just about couple of thousands more expensive only because the W batch on the front grill otherwise I can't see any significant difference. By the way I have Karoq with the new 1.5 TSI 110kw engine which is much more refined and efficient. (6.5/7L/100km)
How can a car with a boot that’s 210 litres bigger be smaller in all dimensions except two where they’re exactly the same?? Tiguan boot is 300-350 litres max. Tiguan 5 seat boot (615 litres) 820mm deep 940mm wide to wheel arches 1250mm wide in total 420mm high to shelf Subaru Forester (405 litres) 820 deep 1070mm wide to wheel arches 1250 mm wide in total 460 mm high to shelf
Tiguan boot is 520 L with the rear seats pushed back fully, you can sacrifice some legroom in the rear, pull the seats forward a bit and you 615L. Regardless exterior vehicle size does not always translate to a more interior volume. VW has always been the leader in ergonomics and practicality in this segment.
Wowsers it's like VW has made the base model the top model with the leather seats, electric seats, Safety tech, Digital Cockpit as standard etc Well done by VW my one problem is though the motor, it's not powerful enough.
You might find it has those extra features because it has the "luxury pack" added on. It's a $5k option. That's the funny thing about euro cars - the advertised price seems enticing but by the time you add things on such as the option packs the price gets up there.
Your car review is the best of all reviewers in Australia. Very detailed, thorough and variety of info. I am glad we have a good car review channel like you here.
Such a consistent polished review style 👌
Thank you!
Having owned RAV4's and VW's over the years I favour the VW for sophistication and a car that's just as much at home in the supermarket car park or the driveway of a flash hotel.
I like this car, RAV4 is nice and is bullet proof, but the Tiguan has the extra level of refinement the Toyota doesn't have. I'm biased though as I drive a Tuareg!
Fair points!
Exactly, Rav4 prob superior, but now looks like a Jeep. Pass.
@@jerseyforhawks i like the Toyota
Love the review, showed all the good and the neutral parts of the Tiguan. Not too fancy like the Tucson or as adventurous type as the RAV4 but I'd prefer this over any of those two because of two things: versatility and user-friendly cabin.
Thanks for that feedback!
Tiguan over the Tucson or RAV4 sure I agree with you looks far better than those boring Asian SUVs drives , Handling,braking. comfort, performance far superior .Until the warranty runs out or U need to dispose of it 7y later as the used car public prefer those boring RAV4 , Tuscon and tend to not even consider those exciting German engineered SUV hence resale goes like a brick droped from a window
My go-to channel for car reviews. I’m driving the previous range Tiguan in the base spec (called Trendline in South Africa) and it’s a decent car. I really hope that VW have fine tuned the DSG box as the car is jerky during takeoff. Looking forward to test driving the newly updated one.
Keep up the wonderful reviews 👍🏽
Thanks for watching!
Finally a review that looks at practicalities and how the car will actually be used. Good stuff! 👌
I prefer the look of pre-update model though.
Interesting! What do you prefer about it?
the front bumper and headlights especially in Rline version.
@@CarExpertAus I also like more the front of the pre-facelift model, looks more robust
Can’t wait for the Tiguan R if it’s coming to Australia which hopefully will happen
Is there any word on if this is happening?
🙌
@@antonywking apparently sometime next year
www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/volkswagen-australia-pushing-for-t-roc-r-tiguan-r-in-2022
Dealerships have no idea when the "R" is coming. Two different dealerships told two completely different stories. Was told it was never coming
It needs to happen! They would sell a damn lot of them
Sunroof, opens and close?😂
Just kidding mate, you're the best reviewer in Australia 👍
Still baffles me how VW doesn’t have DAB+ in their vehicles
It's so strange! I'm not sure what the reason is behind it.
Wierd, it‘s available in Europe.
Who still listens to the radio?? VW were right to ditch it.
@@chele089 not on new models
@@1250GSX many, many people actually. I’m not one of them, but it’s still a valuable medium, especially with digital channels as there are so many with such variety in city areas. It should be standard these days, they’re cost-saving and it’s as simple as that.
Dual water bottle testing. Very thorough!
💪🏻
Hi Paul another great test. Maybe Paul you need to include in your reviews running cost, IE service costs. VW are one if not the worst for service costs and poor customer service when it come to warranty especially. Car companies that have bad customer service reputations need to be exposed, IE Jeep wow how bad were they!
Looking forward to the day when you review the Peugeot 3008. Really keen to see how the new line up stacks against the Tiguan
In Australia at least, the base model Tiguan doesn't have keyless entry... in 2021. Unreal.
Looking forward to the Tiguan R. Hope it's coming
Me too!
Not a good car imo, my GF has 2020 model.
@@ben7020 Can you elaborate pls
@@ben7020 Not a good car meaning what? You don't like it?
@@krane15 as a passenger its ok
As a driver it hunts around never happy in a straight line, steering wheel looks good but its a terrible sectional shape meaning its uncomfortable to hold, the arm rests are at knee height so you "hang" from the wheel, lane assist is off now because it tried so steer me into an oncoming bus, false crash alarms whilst in tunnels and nobody around. Suspension far too hard, its not a sports car, why try? It results in giving uncomfortable ride quality. Hands-free tailgate is hopeless, DSG is jerky in some situations. The speedo is literally 4 x shown - no joke, only 3x shown with the HUD turned off - but the fuel guage is hard to read with a 2mm long tv needle
The whole design is compromised by skinny and wide wheel packs, short and long wheel base models.
Im not VW bashing - the 2006 jetta was a far better car for its day, the wheel/tyre/ suspension combo was perfect dispite no electronic adjustment of shocks etc.
Keen to hear anyone's opinions of new r-line tiguan in June vs new n-line tucson vs kodiaq sportline!
Will be getting one of these in June!
An exciting time for buyers!
Have you checked out Skoda?
@@gouldj4029 I'll probably look to the kodiaq sportline, but isn't it a bit bigger than the others I've listed? I don't want anything that feels like I'm driving a truck so it's probably bottom of my list, but yet to test drive anything as I'm waiting for the tucson to land first.
Surprised you didn't mention how skoda compares.
We looked at both and went the skoda kodiaq, such a great car.
Another excellent review, one of the best auto jurno’s. you really helped us decide on a new outback!
Thanks mate!
The Outback is the best car I've driven in the last 2 1/2 years, only the 3 series was better.
@@patrickbateman6885 same here. I don’t know of any other vehicle on the market in Australia that can do everything the outback can with the same level of tech and safety for 50k.
The only missing you don’t tell the engines and trim line in the cars
Love the vids🥰
Pockets at the top of the back seat are apprently to hold mobile phones in portrait orientation
How bizarre! I would have thought a bigger pocket for tablets would have worked better.
@@CarExpertAus yes, that would've made more sense 😅
@@CarExpertAus Haha very true, maybe they've also made it especially for youtube videos so you can check out CarExpert videos with the video on the top half of the portrait screen
hm!
Can’t imagine that’s correct as half or more of the screen would be obscured.
@@jerrymyahzcat on portrait mode, UA-cam videos show on the top half of the phone
I miss the days when 3 people would sit in the back to show the space 😭😭😭😭
Wheels and modern motor magazine use to do that in the 70s and 80s
Back when there was such as a thing as a budget 😅
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Loved the review. Disappointed they removed the rear tables. That was a nice touch on my Adventure. I love the tech hence the reason I would seriously consider this over other SUV models. Digital cockpit, wireless Apple Car play and USB C fast charging are highlights for me!
Now to decide whether to go for the 110 or the 132?!
Hello Just curious did you decide between the two ? If so what did you choose 😊
@@jacindaclayden2956 not yet hahaha might end up going for the 132, same engine size and power as my current Tiguan Adventure :)
@@alvinalvarez7009 I’m sure whatever you choose will be a great choice. 🙂
Thanks for another great review video, Paul! You are the best car reviewer out there! Keep up the good work!
3rd gear was a struggle for the 0-100 test. More cogs, maybe 8 speed should be in their future vehicles. So agree the more powerful version is the one to go for. Paul, the new Outlander looks interesting. Will look forward to seeing that review. Still not sure about CVT gearboxes though.
I believe it has to run on 95 RON at the pump reckon that would be a deal buster for a lot of prospective family buyers.
Yep you’re right!
Yes got a Skoda, same problem, its a pain
CarExpert .. bit had to understand really even Ford with the Escape on 95 very strange .. the people I know would find it hard to justify another 20cents a litre in the family taxi.
Most European Petrol vehicles run on 95 or higher octane. 91 is a bit average - you’re better off running on 95, or 98 preferably anyway.
jerrymyahzcat .. no don't reckon you gain anything much running a vehicle made to run on 91 the higher octane stuff works fine if your engine is built to use it with higher compression and tuned with more advanced spark and such a higher performance motor .
Another wicked review
Thank you!
The term where this one can hold up a standing as a strategic global model could tell us the transition of entire markets needs.
My one problem with the VW group is their motors. Don't get me wrong the 110KW motor is good but it's lacking when say a Kia Cerato GT has 150KW for 32K while a Golf only has 110KW for 10 Grand More
Don't be put off by the lower kilowatt figure. The smaller turbo motors have a lot of usable torque, lower in the rev range. That, together with the DSG which shifts really quickly, make the cars feel quite zippy.
As a 2018 Gti owner... I’m loving the new front!
Love the reviews! Just one comment is can you mention briefly about the audio system example 6 speakers/upgrade available and if it sounds any good.
Yep we normally mention the number of speakers, but will call out upgrades available in the future!
All Vw sound systems are awesome !
I understand that the version being released in India is not a 4 wheel drive ! We are so deprived 😭😭...this review made me do jealous!
Off roading won't be easy without a 4 wheel drive (sniffle 😢)
@PaulMaric @CarExpert
Awesome review mate! Really thorough as always. I know you’ve done a GLB250 review, any chance you could do a GLB35? I’m picking mine up this week but keen to get your thoughts on it.
Hi Paul, I’m relatively new to the Carexpert however loving the channel. Sensational reviews and extrembly well presented !.....I have a new 162 R-Line due for delivery in August here in Perth. Hoping to see you come across for a detailed review ? 😊
Thanks for watching! Hoping to drive one shortly :-)
Nice review Paul. Being a CX-5 GT owner and past Tiguan owner, I was very interested to see what Toyota would bring in the new RAV4. I still feel the CX-5 is the most luxurious, but the Kodiaq (I know it’s a 7 seater) and Tiguan are not far behind. Compared to them, RAV4 and Forrester are quite agricultural in styling. The 2.5 Turbo Mazda is a gem of a motor in the CX-5 and the main reason I bought it. The VW group make great cars, but for me dieselgate and their price point are too much to ignore. Lloyd
I'd get the Tiguan All space
Diesel is better than petrol
I understand what you’re saying about not being able to have the navigation on both screens but in reality when would you ever need it on both. You have a finite number of screens so if you have it on one, surely you’d want other info on the other one? Just saying. And you can swap it from one to the other so....
Wish we had satellite radio not just DAB+ which is unreliable at best and useless outside cities.
Honda rear doors also open almost 90° which is great.
Is Tiguan R coming here
Great review! I'm assuming this is the redesign I'll see in the 2022 models in the USA
Yes! 😁
@@CarExpertAus that's great to hear. Me and the wife were about to get the 2021 sel r line...then we read how the 2022 models would have most of what was on the 2021 sel r-line, but on base or mid level 2022's. Like the digital cockpit, led lights, lane assist, fender speakers, power lift gate, sleeker more stylish grille, ambient lighting and more.
So we will be waiting an extra three months, but the wait is worth saving 7 to 8k.
Very nice looking car! Can’t wait to see more engines in the next few months! Wonder if there still is an option for the Rline pack
Looks simple and elegant even in base models, unlike its rivals. The old Tiguan was also much better in the corners and more comfortable than Asian rivals.
G’day Paul! Great content 👍
Thanks, mate!
I hate the seats in the Tiguan and Golf. Wish they designed them with more of a contour for ones back and a seat that can be sat in for several hours.
Yes! In this review he says they are good. Our 2018 Tiguan has ZERO lumbar support and it’s shocking after an hour or so
A mate of mine has the previous model S-Line, and with the options it was a tad over 60k. The alloys were very soft and he kerbed it in the first three months, but other than that it was nice, if a bit thirsty for the engine size
Interesting! What kind of fuel economy was your friend getting?
@@CarExpertAus Around 10... and he’s not a lead foot, but it was the most powerful motor (same as the GTI I believe) for that model. Another friend was getting better economy in his diesel Range Rover Sport and that’s much bigger (albeit diesel) weight wise.
Any update on Toyota Land Cruiser 300 ? Can’t wait for the beast to get launched !!!
Nothing yet 😭
That’s sad 😞
Love your videos!!!
Thanks mate!
I find the RAV4 looks too much like a Star Wars storm trooper.
I was waiting for another vid!
We've been busy lately 😄
Please make another review of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2022 model (exceed)...
We don’t have another one coming through at this stage 😢
Whyyyyyy???!!!
Then why don’t you do it at the next stage
Please???
The 2020 tigwan R is a fustrating car to drive day to day, i suspect the lower models with skinny high profile tyres improve things.
What didn’t you like about it?
@@CarExpertAus many things actually, it doesn't drive nice and needs constant correction in a straight line, those 20 rims and fat tyres are way outside its design intention with skinny wheels and it shows up. Cheap carpet, rubbish sound system, arm rests are at leg height meaning you "hang" from the hard edge profile steering wheel which is uncomfortable, hands-free tailgate works 30% of the time, gps is rubbish- it doesn't understand my address "grove" or "street" so my full address is zero result found. Plus other things.
Transmission backlash, jerky low speed DSG.
In my opinion it should be a comfortable car, in my opinion its not. Sorry if i sound like a whinging type, actually im not usually
@@ben7020 Agree with all your points. I owned 2 Tiguan 162s, the first had terrible gear lash and a jerky downshifting dsg. The second was better. It seems to be luck of the draw. On the positive side the handling, feel and adjustability at speed for an SUV is just amazing. Been on many cruises with hot hatch groups and kept up with them just fine. Couldn't have managed this in any other SUV in the price range.
Hey mate, love the videos, should review the 2021 Lexus RCF Track Edition
Love your channel, any chance you are going to review the new Tiguan Elegance or R-Line models?
Very enjoyable review, thanks a lot!
I am torn between the Tiguan 162 R line looks really nice but reliability issues and the Rav 4 hybrid Cruiser trusted and reliable
Tough call! Let us know what you end up going with 😁
@@CarExpertAus Will do, and great reviews as always.
Seriously the amount Tiguan's one the road, I really doubt there is any reliability issues, the sheer amount sold it is surely trusted by fair amount of people. The R line spec cannot even be compared to Rav 4 it is way above in class and looks..
I hope to test drive the 132 TSI when it is out here in Perth in a couple of weeks. I am deciding between the Tiguan and Mazda CX-5 GT, which has more outdated tech than the Tiguan. But the reliability issues I am reading about the Tiguan is of concern too. I guess I will decide after I get to test drive the 132TSI.
I have the 2020 cruiser hybrid all wheel drive - comparing it the 132TSI the cruiser has slightly better performance, better fuel economy, cheaper to service and in my opinion a better looking SUV just wish it had the drivers digital cluster like the Tiguan (if you go for the lux package) and would have liked a heads up display but a small compromise for a already impressive package.
Yep I think I the RAV4 is a better purchase in hybrid form! Cruiser is the pick of the bunch.
@@CarExpertAus cruiser hybrid is a very difficult SUV to fault...I got from north Brisbane to Dubbo on one tank of fuel.
Cruiser hybrid definitely for the win.
An awesome car review channel Paul!!!
Keep up the great work.
Thanks mate!
Cruiser doesn’t have better performance than the 132 TSI.
@@kensouza9239 Cruiser AWD 0-100 is 8.1seconds and 132TSI is 8.3seconds that's why I said it had only slightly better performance...anything higher than the 132TSI then it will definitely have better performance.
Hey Paul...love your vids mate. Just one thing if you don't mind. As a South African I'd just like to help out with how we pronounce UTE.... "bucky" = bakkie 😉
I love it! Hope we get this in the Philippines.
Polo base model please
Hope you upload daily 😅 but anyways, great review as always mate 👍🏻
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Some time ago, you tested the rigidity of medium SUVs and uncovered that the Tiguan was one of the few that exhibited some flex.
So much so that the driver’s door didn’t close (or open) properly. Wonder if this has been addressed.
I got one of these new 110 Tiguans as a loaner this week while the dealer serviced my GTI.
I didn’t know there was a Sport Mode on the DSG, but I found the Normal mode quite annoying. The DSG would up-shift waaay too early, so when I gave it a bit more throttle, it never had any torque immediately available. From stand-still, the throttle has a big dead-zone before the car moves away, and together with tending to be two gears too high, I found myself having to unnecessarily modulate the throttle back and forth to maintain the speed that I want, which I don’t have to on my manual GTI.
You can tell I’m not a big fan of DSG. I might buy an automatic car next time, but if so, it will be a conventional torque converter rather than DSG or CVT.
In one instance driving the Tiguan, on changing lanes, the steering wheel tugged a bit the other way. I had it confirmed later by the Service coordinator that it was the Lane Keep Assist kicking in. Not a big fan of the car doing that. I didn’t enjoy the sensation of the car fighting what I was deliberately trying to do. If I had a car with this feature, I’d switch that off for sure.
Thanks for the feedback!
DSG is pretty nice, i keep it in Sport all the time
Why didn't you use launch control? Eps off select s mode foot on break put the throttle flat
Didn’t seem to work in the front-wheel drive.
In future, please test with 2-3 suitcases? Who travels in an SUV with one suitcase and a laptop bag?
Before you decide to buy a Tiguan or VW car, read my below case.
I am living in New Zealand. A few weeks ago, my VW Tiguan broke down in the car park of Countdown supermarket. I called the Roadside Assist and told them about my situation. The technician told me that my car must be towed back to the garage for repair. You might think that my above experience is nothing special. But what is shocking is that this is the sixth time my car needs repairs in the past four years. The car was really good at first. But from the middle of the first year, problem started. The faults are rear windscreen wiper, a key, reversing camera, car computer, rear LED light and engine malfunction. My car is the latest model at year 2017, and only travelled 22K at this moment. Fortunately, all repair costs are covered by 5-year warranty (I paid the cost of last two year extension). But now, I am worrying about what will happen in the 6th and 7th year after the five-year warranty expires.
I complained to Volkswagen New Zealand about the quality and reliability of the car. Their answers made me even more angry. They basically told me that all malfunctions have been repaired within the warranty period. Therefore, they are not responsible for any losses caused to customers due to poor car quality. In the past 4 years, I have not only lost time to send the car for repair. I also lost many days of using the car and had to bear the travelling cost because they didn't provide courtesy car. And even have to endure mental pressure. So is it too demanding for problem free when buying a new car?
Talking about follow-up developments. After I tried to complaint to VW Europe and Australia thru e-mail. The customer manager Carolina Zalazar of VW NZ contacted me again and gave me a meaningless offer, which is two years Roadside Assist and $200 voucher for next service, instead of two years of warranty. Should she know what I am worrying is the maintenance cost?
I asked them to buy back or trade in my car at the current market price. She forwarded the case to the car dealer Tristram European, and asked me to contact the dealer directly. But the dealer rejected me because VW NZ will not compensate them anything.
Eventually, I received a deal seems to reply in good faith.
“You will need to advise the dealer if you are interested in a new Tiguan or which model and then we can organise a special price for a new vehicle if that was the case.”
Try it, I pick three models and see what the price is.
1. Golf 8
2. T-Roc
3. T-Cross R Type
Received a call from Tristram European for following price.
1. Golf 8, New model, no discount
2. T-Roc，No car can offer you
3. T-Cross R Type，Only this model can less $1500 from $45,500 RRP.
Is it a ridiculous special price?
Before Tiguan, I had owned a Toyota Highlander for 7 years. I just need to perform regular services and the car never has a problem. So if a brand new VW car needs to be returned for six repairs in four years, is the quality acceptable? Can I say VW sold me a defective car? Is it reasonable if I ask VW to buy my car back at current market price, or at least extend warranty period two years, rather than meaningless Roadside Assist?
Man VW with TDI is a solid choice
Have heard of 2 other people in Sydney being treated like this and cars with a list of issues , makes it to big a risk to buy a VW product in my mind. One of the above mentioned 6 months old car had no air cond for 4 month's
1. The gesture sensor is just below the display. Works 100%
2. My golf can have navigation on both the speedo console and the main display unit . So surprised.
3.is the Digital display standard or optional ?
The Active Info Display isn’t standard. At least not in the base model.
If you choose the basic navigation system (Discover Media) than you can have the navigation only on one of the two displays at the same time. If you choose the more expensive navigation system (Discover Pro) than you can have the navigation on both displays simultaneously.
Love your reviews mate. Keep up with the good work of reviewing new cars from base to the top. ;)
Thanks for watching!
@@CarExpertAus Cool as bro.
Paul what is is your daily car?
I have a Tesla Model 3 Performance. I just sold my Supra and I have a bunch of old Holdens.
@@CarExpertAus nice I wanna get a Tesla! Do you use autopilot and does it work well? Also how is the build quality?
@@CarExpertAus you should do a review!!
How many polo shirts & chinos do you own Paul? Asking for a mate.
Many.
@@CarExpertAus 😂
In all seriousness, awesome work as usual.
Great review
Thanks for watching!
How does this car handle in wet weather especially on highways?
So very similar to Skoda Karoq which I have purchased in 2019 in Melbourne for just 28K drive away (base model), Tiguan is just about couple of thousands more expensive only because the W batch on the front grill otherwise I can't see any significant difference. By the way I have Karoq with the new 1.5 TSI 110kw engine which is much more refined and efficient. (6.5/7L/100km)
Karoq is smaller
Why not mention the new Ford Escape? German built too. More power drove and more interesting to look at and cheaper?
nice review
Thanks!
Waiting for Tiguan R 2022 review 😊
Good review
How can a car with a boot that’s 210 litres bigger be smaller in all dimensions except two where they’re exactly the same?? Tiguan boot is 300-350 litres max.
Tiguan 5 seat boot (615 litres)
820mm deep
940mm wide to wheel arches
1250mm wide in total
420mm high to shelf
Subaru Forester (405 litres)
820 deep
1070mm wide to wheel arches
1250 mm wide in total
460 mm high to shelf
Unfortunately it’s the variety of measurements used by manufacturers. It’s frustrating for us too!
Tiguan boot is 520 L with the rear seats pushed back fully, you can sacrifice some legroom in the rear, pull the seats forward a bit and you 615L. Regardless exterior vehicle size does not always translate to a more interior volume. VW has always been the leader in ergonomics and practicality in this segment.
The car leaves Germany but in Europe they get 1.5 TSI and DSG7 vs other markets 1.4 TSI DSG6, why?
Good one, Paul
Wowsers it's like VW has made the base model the top model with the leather seats, electric seats, Safety tech, Digital Cockpit as standard etc
Well done by VW my one problem is though the motor, it's not powerful enough.
You might find it has those extra features because it has the "luxury pack" added on. It's a $5k option. That's the funny thing about euro cars - the advertised price seems enticing but by the time you add things on such as the option packs the price gets up there.
He says it has the luxury pack near the start of the vid 🙂
Hey Paul I’m waiting for you to review Chinese brand Haval h9 😜
Those pockets behind the driver seat is for keeping the mobile phones .
Do you think the R will come as an allspace?
Do you guys drive on the right Side in Australia?
Yas!
A basic update. Could have done a bit more
The AWD version has 200mm of ground clearance!
Is this dolphin grey metalic color?
Bro u have smartwatch and a normal watch on both hands why bro
I think no one observed it
😅 one is a time piece, the other is a Fitbit.
When will they reveal the facelift Allspace?
It’s not too far away. It should be in Australia within the next few months.
Is the R coming to Australia?
Can I please request you to review the Volvo XC40 please?
Same engine as in a USA Jetta 1.4 TSI non GLI
There is a new Volkswagen key.... for the ID.4...
It’s a shame the Tiguan doesn’t get it 😢
Pls review the Haval H2 🙏
Haha!
Is there an AWS version coming out? In future can you please open sunroof?
Yes
Wheres the cassette player?
Base modell with led headlights??
These cars are far ahead of Rav4 for handling , quality of stereo , lights , ride & safety systems !
Their sat / nav makes Mazda Cx5 look old !
You didnt show off the Led headlights or the electronic tailgate !
Bad omissions in a review !
All that matters is'on the road', considering.
Dumb question. Is the indicator arm on the left or right of the steering wheel.
Always on the left for VW/Audi/Skoda
Kia Sorento GT or R line Tiguan ??
Sorento 😁
VW because it's better
Needs cooled seats
Would be a nice addition!