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This is the Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen VW Tiguan comparison for 2017. Both are new models for this year and marketed as 2018 models in car manufacturing terms. So far we have been impressed with the new Honda CR-V in isolation but it hasn’t been a knock out winner when compared to it’s competitors even older ones. Likewise the new VW Tiguan has not impressed apart from it’s high level of safety systems when first introduced. Of course as we predicted it was only a few months ahead of the competition so had that initial glow, which it needed.
Honda CR-V Vs Volkswagen VW Tiguan exterior: The VW Tiguan has a very conservative exterior design that doesn’t look look particularly new. It has also grown in size but with some strange storage positions and use of the singular large space. Base models look low end and top end variants only look little better which is not good. The overall design is like a more aggressive version of the Mitsubishi Outlander and some BMX rear end themes but essentially Japanese is style. If you don’t like standout or talking about your car than the Tiguan is a arguably the best choice. The new Honda CR-V has been given a extra dose style and upmarket and European lines also a more aggressive front end and classy rear end, overall it looks good regardless of model grade.
Honda CR-V Vs VW Tiguan interior: The Tiguan interior has been taken a little upmarket than the last model which was more commercial like in terms of design. The mostly matt finish mostly soft touch dash top and metal like highlights are the main design elements that lift the interior however it is in contrast to the lower quality materials below eye-line. The design is conservative and completely ordinary ignoring any flashy trim. The roof top storage has been tried before but too impractical for daily use. The Tiguan’s new Golf like interior can be optioned up depending on which package to you want to option but the basics are pretty good. The digital dash is the only other interior trick up the Tiguan’s spec list but way to expensive and optional. Simply put the CR-V interior looks and feels just as good overall, except for the ‘leather’ seat trim without needing additional trim packs and clearly more flexible, it is definitely innovative in design and comes with a digital dash as standard.
Honda CR-V Vs VW Tiguan engine and technology: The VW easily wins the engine choice and tech part of the comparison. There are plenty of engines to chose from but mostly due to the turbo tuning modification as opposed to real tech upgrades on the diesel and mid-top range models. As far as we’re concerned this sort of rip off leads to emission cheating since they could get away with cheating customers why not the authorities? It’s a bit of a joke really that people still actually still buy them. The Tiguan has a ton of safety systems standard but again on top range model get all of them. Regardless they should be commended for doing it first and for retaining a regular gearbox rather than CVT but lose points for the consistently dodgy DSG setup. The AWD setup is worth a mention if you can afford to check the options box. The CR-V on the other hand has a single engine that is a powerful and fuel efficient but comes with an annoying CVT but at least you will know that this engine will be reliable as the sun rises if you service it as schedule as opposed to random issues with the Tiguan. The CR-V does lack standard safety systems but again they are all desirable but not essential and loses points for their omission. The Tiguan easily wins the tech spec part of the comparison.
Honda CR-V Vs VW Tiguan drive report : N/A
The conclusion and winner to the new Honda CR-V Vs VW Tiguan comparison is another draw! The VW Tiguan spec list is impressive it has everything going for it terms of packaging. Unfortunately that’s the problem, a lot of the good stuff is optional even if you consider the next model grade up even the top range. The mid range models is where the action and would we buy a Tiguan without any options over a CR-V? the answer is probably not. That said if we where buying for the family than the CR-V would be the winner as we value reliability, space and cheaper servicing costs over the Tiguan. That said the CR-V doesn’t come with auto brakes but then wouldn’t buy the Tiguan either due to the rip off turbo engine detuning for 1/3 of the desirable part of model range which is completely unnecessary marketing. There is also that solid quality that all VW tend to have and attracts many buyers but remember that the Japanese place higher value on the feeling of lightness to heaviness. In the end we would only consider top range of both models else buy the Mazda CX-5.
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| IL4 Cylinder – Petrol DOHC DI IC Turbo 1.5 Litre (1498cc) Claimed 140Kw @ 5600RPM Claimed 240Nm @ 2000RPM |
IL 4 Cylinder Petrol DOHC VVT EFI 1.4 Litre (1488cc) Claimed 110Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 250Nm @ 1500RPM |
| IL 4 Cylinder Petrol Turbo DOHC EFI 2.0 Litre (1984cc) Claimed 162Kw or 132Kw @ 6200RPM Claimed 350Nm or 320Nm @ 1500RPM |
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| IL 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel DI CR EFI 2.0 Litre (1968cc) Claimed 140Kw or 110Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 400Nm or 340Kw @ 1900RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1536Kg Towing capacity up to 1500Kg |
FROM 1430 Kg Towing capacity up to 2500 |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 57 litres (Claimed) 1.5 Turbo Petrol: 7.3 litres per 100km |
Up to 60 litres IL4 Diesel T 2.0lt 5.9 litres per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol T 1.4lt 6.3 litres per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol T 2.0lt 8.1 litres per 100km AVG |
| Other specifications | |
| CVT Auto Overall height/width 1679/1855 Overall length/wheelbase 4596/2660 Drive system: FWD or On Demand AWD NCAP safety rating 5/5 |
6 speed manual or DSG 7 speeds Overall height/width 1658/1839 Overall length/wheelbase 4486/2681 4WD system: Selectable 2WD or on demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
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| Angle of: (degrees) xx Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearancexxx Water Fording depth xxxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
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| Pricing | |
| 2017 $30,690 – $44,290 AUD | 2017 $31,990 – 49,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc… |