Did Volkswagen Knock The 2022 Tiguan Out Of The Park, Or Does Its Best-Selling Crossover Need More?
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
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Bought one yesterday. SE 4Motion is Platinum Gray. Got a total of $1000 under MSRP. Not bad considering the local Toyota, Kia and Honda dealers had outrageous markups. A Kia Seltos S FWD had $5000 over sticker. Crazy!
I bought the 2019 model at the end of the year and was able to negotiate a hefty discount considering that they had the 2020's already on the lot. I have been driving mine for just over 2 years now and couldn't be happier. I also got the SE 4Motion version and it drives and handles great!
Oh thank the lord I bought the 2021 instead. Still has manual buttons on steering wheel and hvac controls. Woudve gone crazy with touch controls
Same, I was torn between 2022 Higline R-Line (SEL R-Line in USA) and 2021 Highline R-Line and chose the 2021. I kinda like the looks better of 2021 as it looks more aggressive on the front end, as well as I prefer to have the last year of the model as most kinks of the model are worked out by then. It's a fact because 2018 - 2019 had a lot of issues and they were also slow and had problems with acceleration, that were fixed in 2020 and 2021 models. So, since 2022 is the first year of the facelift, I kinda looked at that skeptical. I'd rather wait for 2023 model if I wanted to go with the facelift.
Mine is a 2022 se comfortline with the better speedometer display and I have the normal buttons on my steering wheel thank god
I drove a 1984 Jetta for 20 years. Loved that car. There's just something about the tight door shut, styling inside. Roomy, quiet, very stylish, tasteful compared to the Japanese offerings. Like the 2021 more. Not a fan of touch controls, especially on steering wheel.
And also less reliable than Japanese
@@bastilleplayinggames2750 no just requires more maintenance. Just as reliable if maintained properly.
@@SF-rs3xm When I listen to people complaining about VW reliability, it is usually folks who think it is pain in the ass to have their car serviced. .
I think i like the 2021 more but I hear the 2022 is much smother transmission and handling car. Not many 2021s left, debating at the moment but liked the prices much much better in 2020 up to spring of 2021.
People (mainly in the US) trash VW reliability but my ex-wife has a 2004 Touran 2.0 TDI DSG that we bought new. Half a million km and counting with no major issues. Use the best VW main dealer you can find, get it serviced regularly and it will last you almost forever.
Yeah I have a Passat with 200k miles (2012) and it’s given me no trouble. If you follow the maintenance they’re fine
Own a 2020 tiguan. It's been an amazing vehicle. Solid 9/10
Me too! Dealership just called to have it back and sell us the 2022
The 2020 is very old looking. They had specials on thsoe all thsi year to get them out the lot. A family member bought the 22 I can tell u it’s 100x better in every way.
@@mike88g1 The front end looks terrible on the updated model. And those touch controls are trash.
The first generation still the best IMO. The only negative thing for me was the fuel economy.
So why is the R Line Black less comfortable then the R Line SEL? Don’t they both have sport tuned suspension?
I hated the look of the original Tiguan (2009 model). The 2018 models and up look way better!…Definitely looking to trade my Passat in for the 2022 Tiguan.
Yea,the 2022 is way better looking
'Old people like Roman', that was hilarious! :-)
Very carefully interjected, don't you think? Next week, Nathan doing stand-up.
In other news, the haptic controls on the steering wheel was solution they didn't think through. They likely reduce cost for the manufactures. But no touch controls are simpler or safer to use.
Even the remaining radio knobs are not tactile and hard to use. I'd imagine they'd be impossible to grip with gloves. But whatever happen to the raised bulb grip?
@@krane15 Yeah, Nathan may just do that.. 😃
I really dislike all the touch screen controls. That's the reason why I am sticking to my Mk7 GTI, and not downgrading to a Mk8 GTI... Not to mention the cabin materials... plastic fantastic... :-(
Tiguan needs more... MORE POWER!!!
It has. Its called the Tiguan R.
@@krane15 not available in North America though...
Apr tune
@@krane15 incorrect tiguan r has the exact same engine
Fun fact: It uses the same transmission in the rav4
I love my 2018 Tiguan SE 4motion. I am crossing my fingers that we will get the Tiguan R like in Europe. (Hurts my soul too!) The touch button climate control and the touch buttons on the steering wheel have to go.
The European models get better LED taillights.
not in all trims
I got the r line here in England. It’s similar but we got a 7 speed auto and paddle shift 😜
I got a 2013 SEL. Has more horses, 4 way lumbar on driver and passenger and a dedicated MAX /AC button
Yeah, but the new one has more torque at a lower RPM, which makes it a bit punchier from start. Acceleration 0-60 for 2013 is 8.4s, while 2021 - 2022 models are 8.1. Less horses but more torque makes a difference despite that the new one is a lot bigger car too.
@@zedzedski7382 also the new one has way more tech, wireless carplay Android Auto, wireless charging, a 10" digital dash, memory seats, heated steering wheel, heated and cooled seats, remote start etc. I just drove one, the Canadian version is called the Highline R-Line and it includes heated rear seats along with 2 usb c ports. It is an amazing looking vehicle and drives very nice. Considering trading in my 2018 Autobahn GTI for one.
Has it been reliable?
@@har9312 The 2018 model had acceleration issues but that got fixed. No other major critical recalls or complaints. It's the same Golf GTi Mk7 engine just reduced in HP. So, if you want more HP you can easily do APR stage 1 and you'll have over 220 HP under the hood. Of course you lose a warranty then.
After watching this...so glad I own the 2020 model. Not crazy about the "eye liner" wing thingy on the headlights. And the new Heat/AC controls on the 2021 would likely drive me nuts.
The A/C controls can be a little frustrating at first but you get used to it. The thing that really drives me nuts and my wife laughs about it is the damn beeping sound when you open the door and the car is still running. Super loud and annoying!
@@deerpathacres4426 Facts! This "feature" is in 2020 models too, if we are talking about the same thing. The infamous ominous loudest reminder from VW that the engine is still running. Wait...what??😳🙄😐😕 lol. I think it also has something to do with whether the key fob is in range.
My 2 biggest gripes are the passenger seat belt reminder. I can't even sit something as light as my cellphone there without it going off constantly. It's waaay too sensitive. I have to lock the seatbelt when I'm driving solo, which is most of the time.
And the Auto Engine Off/On...you can disable it with the little console button...but🤦🏽♂️smh.
I even went to the dealership trying to figure out how to reverse the default to always off with no luck.
you just jelly, the new one Is way better everyone agrees
I'm seeing a trend from the TFL channels. Steering wheels, where they take away the buttons. I'm also wondering if the thought, was supposed to force your hands outward to the wheel
VW Group needs to stop that fake exhaust/vents stupidity. It doesn’t look good, it feels like it’s lazy design and it seems like they just don’t give a crap. Das Auto, really?…Not anymore.
... and piano glass
... and touch sensitive inputs for things that don't need them, like temp settings.
@@valdius85 I feel like VW lost its way, indeed.
@@jaybou007
Most reliable cars in my family used to be VW/Audi. All of them manufacturered way before 2020. All of them were bought second hand, older than 10 y.o.
After the last VW, my mother bought an old Corolla. She said she'll replace it when it brakes down. That was two years ago. The car is still running.
No more VAG. It makes me sad.
Just purchased a 2022 Tiguan SE, 3 weeks ago. . Have you noticed any transmission shifting issues? I have. It appears to shift up and down/ back and forth a lot. I feel a pulse/jerk at times when it shifts from gear 6-7-8. Just cursing at 45-48 MPH. Also, notice the rear shocks seem stiff. I don't think it rides that well for the money. Had it to the dealer and they say this is all normal, something about springs in the torque converter that cause the shifting movements.
Car manufacturers really need to cut that crap with fake exhaust
What I don't understand is I have a 2022 vw tiguan se comfortline and mine has the better speedometer display. There was no mention of the se comfortline in the lineup
Soon as I saw it I said, “I like the red one best.”
Great review bro. keep it going.
Gee
Hide the VW sign in front and id be perplexed
Touch controls, no thanks. Those require too much attention, and do not belong as "while driving" controls.
I think they changed... We just bought a 2022 SE w/Tech and the controls on the steering wheel are not touch, they are buttons. The AC controls though are touch.. we're not thrilled about that but we don't mess with that too much so we can live with it.
Question??? For us in colder climates, what Touch Screens work with gloves on? Please!
They make gloves with touch sensitive fingertips for use on smartphones. They will work just as well on vehicle touch points.
The R-Line has a look my wife likes, it’s not for me, but the black wheels,,,,,,, it’s a trend that is well past it’s age limit. If she bought it she would figure in another $2k for new wheels she likes as part of the cost when comparing to other vehicles.
She currently has a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe. She loves this more than her previous favourite!! She said, depending on performance and looks, she will probably upgrade (questionable to some) to a Grand Cherokee 4xe when they come out,,,,,,,. I currently drive a Bronco Badlands High package, 4 door, no Sasquatch package though. It performs very closely to the 2019 Rubicon Diesel I had, but is sooo much more comfortable everywhere and drives much nicer on regular roads. I think it’s a home run, but will, when they get to be more common, switch to a 2 door model. I don’t need the Sasquatch package, it looks great but is a lot of $$ for just looks in my case.
Obviously the VW is not for everyone, especially the R-Line. (An expensive appearance package).
Most ugly wheels are not black. They look great on the Chiron SS.
@@krane15 - well you and will have to debate that one day,,,,,, hahaha. I agree it can be a very personal taste. You could have rusty old wheels on the Chiron, the car makes them look good itself!!! Haha.
Stay safe, Eh!
Will there be fewer class-action lawsuits on this one?
Those heating/cooling controls are stupid. What’s wrong with simple old dials?
It’s a shame you don’t get the Tiguan R in the US, it’s a weapon. Also you’re not getting the E hybrid which is also a really good model.
I put my order in end of last year for a R line e-hybrid.
The prices you guys pay in the US are way better value than in the UK,
My new one cost £40k which about $55k
When is it arriving? I ordered one in June no idea yet when it's arriving
@@joannecalleja3554 October, I was told about April to June.
@@Danny-204 thanks for your reply
@@joannecalleja3554 we order it over a year before our PCP contract had finished. As we knew there were so many delays in production.
Fenders are not the same , at all
When the 22 CX5 video coming :)
Vokeswagon.
I bought a 2022 on June 3rd, less $1750 from sticker. Honestly I’m not sure of the model, but I honestly liked my 2021 better. I think it was a step up or maybe 2. I just wanted a red one. I had a black one which was gorgeous. I was told VW wasn’t going to be making colors other than basic white, black and silvers next year in the Tiguan so I had to move. It is a 4x4. I’m suffering from buyer’s remorse big time. Too late now. 72 hours have passed. It is gorgeous, but…….I’ll get used to it. I have to. I do love the Tiguan. This is my third one. I hate that cheap crap silver plastic thing under the rear hatch. Couldn’t be removed. Not nuts about the graphite wheels. They offered to switch them out, but they would have been an inch smaller and I was worried about my sensors functioning properly. It’s just a car, but it wasn’t cheap. Also, it doesn’t have a sun roof. My 21 did. I don’t care. I didn’t want a sunroof. It’s very comfortable to drive and quiet like my 2021. Not the tin can the Toyota Rav 4 is. Lots of leg room for the men in the family, the short ones are 6 feet and they can ride comfortably in the back seat.
Like design needs yota power train
3rd row seat is a lie, out AWD 2021 Tiguan has 3rd row
Old people like Rowan! 😂😂
Black wheels look horrible on almost everything..can’t wait for that trend to be over..
I like it on a Lamborghini or an Amg Mercedes not a compact family suv 😭
I agree with you soooo much. The black wheels make the vehicle look cheap. Might as well throw a set of Winter steelies with winter tires on there and call it good. I don’t mind the painted wheels with machined surfaces. This can definitely bring attention to the wheels as well as the rest of the vehicle.
I do see the split around like vs dislike is age, to a large degree. The younger crowd like the design aspects of blacked out vehicles. Then there’s a mid range group that like the painted bumpers but silver/shiny wheels, and then the some what older to just oldest, lots of chrome, age group.
I respect the choices, but fall into both of the older groups, depending on the age of the vehicle I have. The challenge for automakers is to offer something for everyone. If only the wheels on the R-Line had machined faces with the black otherwise, I could appreciate it more. I would never buy any current VW though. It’s been decades since they have built any truly reliable vehicles. I have several friends an acquaintances that have had them. I am quite sure none of them bought a second one except my one brother-in-law. Both diesels, 2nd gen Jetta and 3rd gen Jetta (I think) and both had quite similar problems. He has nothing good to say about them now. Another friend only ever owned a diesel wagon from when they first advertised 1000km/tank or 600+ miles/tank of fuel. He says he has owned 2 though as he fixed that one so much out of warranty that he replaced it at least once!!! Hahaha. He did tune it for more power and the motor/transmission lasted about 200,000 km, then dynamited itself. He literally drained all the fluids, dug a hole about 12 feet deep, then after he ran his bi 4wd tractor over it and let most of us have a turn, pushed it into the hole and buried it!!! Hahaha. He is a hilarious guy and the first invited to any get together,,,,,,,,. That car now sits about 9 ft under the middle of a 160 acre field!!
I intentionally bought black rims for winter tires, on a white Forester.
I like the look.
The r line black only has the black rims.
Luckily for you, it’ll never be over
6:49 Hilarious!
I don't know what people are thinking about when they buy VW special this one.
Cars, like many things are subjective, which makes your comment pretty dumb.......
What a bargain price. It Europe this does not even give you the entry model
They didn't knock anything out of the park. VWS may look nice inside and out but aren't very reliable and don't last as long as other cars
True. This brand is near the end for me. Now it's making Very poor products. Look, 20 years ago and they make Very good and strong cars! They are running even today. New ones are Very bad, unreliable and too expensive and looks boring also. It's better to choose Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, Mazda and Honda than this brand.
Idk we had a Jetta that lasted 16 years 305k miles although it costed a lot to get there but it was way nicer than a civic Corolla or Any other compact from that era
sure Richard, and what more? vaccines kill, global warming is fake news and china economy is going to implode tomorrow right?
Where r the FOG LAMPSSSSSSS😡😡😡😡😡 touch switches🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
I prefer the mercedes glb
Actually, I kinda prefer the look of the 2021.
The Tiguan is not fast, but I found it’s handling to be sharp for an SUV and really liked driving it. It’s not a snooze-inducer.
Hahaha old.people like
I used to be a huge VW and Audi fan in my 20-s. These cars were well made and had timeless design.
Current models are a bad execution of technology and useless design.
Touchscreen where buttons work better, piano black plastic and fake exhausts. Not to mention the issues most new tech: carbon buildup, pdf issues, dual clutch issue, DCG issues.
Now I have Forester. It has 30+ buttons on steering wheel, so I can adjust things quickly. There is less piano black plastic, and there is an ordinary exhaust. It's nothing special, it's "Das Auto" more than VW.
I understand that most cars have some reliability issues and bad style, but VW&Audi are on a bad path since 2000.
Old people like Roman 🤣😂
Vw needs to put a more powerful engine because it is underpowered, and on top of that the mpg is terrible compared to the rest in the segment
i think they want you to move up to Audi for the ones who want more
Here in Australia the Tiguan R Line has the same engine as the Golf GTI and it has the same 0-60 (0-100km) time. The R version is even faster.
Sad that they are incredibly unreliable
how?
And yet another wasted few minutes I’ll never get back. Just another 2022 VW Tiguan review by someone who didn’t take the time to actually find out what’s different between the two. Much more than “reviewed” here.
What did he leave out? Not a fan of the 2022 changes really. Black? Why are so many people sour on VW?
Til channels are becoming worse and worse
@@thebigskyguy bc all VWs suck
@@PolishNY You’ve clearly never drove a GTI, GLI, Golf R, etc
@@PolishNY no one is forcing you to watch
Ugly vs ugly
Subarus pretty much control the market on ugly.
@@thebigskyguy no, Volkswagen is ugly, boring, expensive and unreliable. It's one of the worst car brands
@@bastilleplayinggames2750 no they aren’t lmao they make some very good cars
@@nothere572 like what? A ghost car? They only are good in lying to People
@@bastilleplayinggames2750 I doubt you’ve ever driven one