Used 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) Consumer Reviews
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best compact suv for 30k
Adrian, Naperville, IL, 09/30/2017
Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
104 of 109 people found this review helpful
I did a lot of research for a compact suv and the last 2 standing were the tiguan and the mazda cx5. While the cx5 drives a little nicer and has a sportier look, the tiguan is more comfortable (by far) and a lot roomier. First test drive with the tiguan was in normal mode and I almost ran back to the mazda dealership to get the cx5. But once in sport mode, the tiguan is driving quite nicely. You can also customize it any way you want: steering, suspension, transmission, etc. The deciding factor in the end was the warranty: 6yrs / 72k miles! Plus I got a great price through edmunds ($2.5k under msrp for a SE 4Motion with sunroof) and 1.9% apr with vw finance. The real life mpg is great (better than advertised): for the first 100+ miles, 70% highway, it shows 30mpg. All in all, definitely an suv you should consider. If you live in the Chicagoland area, I had a great experience with the PUGI vw dealership in Downers Grove. They do go the extra mile to earn your business.
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Tiguan over Outback
Windy City driver, Tinley Park, IL, 03/27/2018
Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
For about a year I had planned to purchase a Subaru Outback. My wife and I already own a Crosstrek and love it but I wanted something slightly larger for my next vehicle. I had already driven the Outback and had all intentions of purchasing it but decided to go to the Chicago auto show as a formality. While there we checked out a few other SUV’s and then happened to see the new Tiguan as we left the Subaru display. The new style caught my eye and had to check it out further. We test drove it while we were at the show and I was very critical as to quickly rule it out of consideration and go back to my Outback, but couldn’t. For the next week I researched and compared the Tiguan and Outback as to make a final decision and I decided to purchase my first VW. I’ve had my Tiguan SE with 4motion now for about five weeks now and have put about 2,000 on the odometer and loving it. I mostly drive on the highway and put about 25,000 mile on an odometer each year. I was originally somewhat concerned with the Tiguan being a new model year along with some of the criticism I had read about it’s performance but I’m happy to say that I'm impressed. The interior trim has an expensive feel to it much more so than most other SUV's in it's class. Over all it has a very solid feel to it with doors that have a firm and secure feel. As for performance, it has more than enough acceleration to easily merge into fast moving highway traffic and also has more than enough to pass slower moving drivers. The ride in both city any highway is very comfortable. The only complaint that I can come up with if you can call it that is that the transmissions has a bit of a hard shifting pattern for the first two or three gears when accelerating from a standstill but nothing that is uncomfortable. The Tiguan engine and transmission also seems to be a bit louder than most of the SUV's with CVT transmissions I've been accustomed to, but again nothing extreme. I'm being a bit critical and am extremely happy with the Tiguan so far.
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Many Features for this Price Point
Christina, Westwood, NJ, 02/21/2018
Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I was between the Tiguan and the CX-5. I chose the Tiguan because of the roomier interior & comfort, the infotainment & safety features, and panoramic roof, which is all provided at the midlevel trim level. Its slow on the pick up, but adequate enough to get you around town and while entering ramps on the highway while in sport mode. A little noisy during acceleration, as to be expected with some 4 cylinders, but handles well on the road. I don't regret my choice one bit.
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One year and loving it.
Dan, Hartsdale, NY, 11/26/2018
Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
This car is a great value. I leased my SE with no money down tax and tags for 289.00 per month with not one penny out of pocket. I turned in my BMW X1 and wanted something with great handling. This car handles really well, and is pretty peppy. The X1 was cramped and I needed more space. The car strengths is the touch screen infotainment. I have had no problems what so ever. I took the car on an eight hour trip and the seats are great (on the firm side) but no aches driver fatigue or restlessness. Good thigh support and lumbar. It amazed me how I could pass from 60 to 90. I never feel the car is underpowered. I am aggressive driver and this car was on par with the x1 even though on paper its not. I did have some turbo lag in the first six months, putting the car in sport mode eliminates that completely. I have the car for almost a year and just floor it and no sport mode no turbo lag. I guess it was the break in period. I have read the other reviews and people concerns but sport mode eliminates that completely so it really is a nonissue. The blind spot monitoring works great and you can adjust its sensitivity in settings. The hd rearview camera with rear traffic works flawlessly. I back out and if their is car coming in any direction it sounds a warning sound. I did not think I could live with a lower trim but I am glad I chose the se. I do miss a heated steering wheel. That is the only con for me. I never had a car without auto wipers and that was a big concern but the car has an extra set of adjustment so it works great. I definitely plan on getting another one after this lease is up barring any mechanical issues but one year down and two to go I have total confidence in this car and am extremely happy with this lease. I waited one year to post a review. I read all the reviews in my car leasing decision so I feel obligated to post one.
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Love my Tiguan but...
MelissaC, Las Vegas, NV, 08/29/2018
updated 09/07/2021
Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2018 VW Tiguan SE 4-Motion in February this year. Here is what I love about it: 1. The all wheel drive (4 motion) is awesome. I drove 47 miles each way to work and I always felt safe on snow and ice. 2. The interior features are really nice i.e. panoramic sunroof, leatherette, smart play, USB ports, cargo is spacious, adult leg room is plenty even for tall people. 3. The MPG’s are awesome! Again my drive used to be 47 miles one way to work. I averaged from 32 to 36 mpgs. Here are the downfalls: 1. I received a recall notice on the panoramic sunroof. The LED lights can cause a fire. 🤦🏻♀️ 2. Here is the biggest downfall...I took my Tiguan in on August 18th for my first oil change and I tell them about the recall and how my car when I try to accelerate it almost feels as if it stalls. It doesn’t do it all the time. As a matter of fact, it is quite peppy when it’s working properly. VW Findlay tells me that it is a safety concern and that they are putting me in a rental car until they find out what is wrong. I called yesterday and the update was that they do not know what is wrong and the 34 Tiguans they have, including mine, are on another lot until they know what to do. They said to expect a call from headquarters to tell what to do next. I’m super frustrated and want my car back. Update: never got my car back. I upgraded to an Atlas. Love this car! But VW USA made it right and gave me three choices to fix the situation. Now I want the AtlasSport. Waiting until 2022.
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