Comparison - Audi Q3 S line Premium Plus 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4Motion 2022

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
39,300
Updated: 
27 Jul 2019
$
38,615
Updated: 
21 May 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.90gals
15.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Turbo blue
#0265A9
Ibis white
#EEEEE6
Pulse orange
#C45C35
Chronos gray metallic
#3F463F
Glacier white metallic
#C9CECA
Mythos black metallic
#000403
Tango red metallic
#A7141A
Navarra blue metallic
#404A8F
Color: 
Atlantic Blue Metallic
#1C223E
Platinum Gray Metallic
#5F6368
Deep Black Pearl
#1E1E1E
Opal White
#F5F5F5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Audi has simplified the Q3 lineup for 2021 by dropping the top-flight Prestige trim level and splitting its features into available Technology or Convenience packages on the remaining Premium and Premium Plus trims. The entry-level Premium model now comes standard with power-adjustable front seats, lane-departure warning, and steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles. The Convenience package now includes an auto-dimming rearview mirror with an integrated compass, heated power-folding exterior mirrors, and LED interior lighting.

Pros
Sharp styling,
plentiful tech features,
spunky driving demeanor.

Cons
Tight rear quarters,
noticeable turbo lag,
a few cheap interior materials.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Audi Q3 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Top Prestige trim has been replaced by option packages for supporting trim levels.Some previously optional features are now standard.

Pros
Packed with modern technology features
Interior is lined with high-quality materials
Quiet cabin and comfortable ride quality
More passenger room than most subcompact SUVs

Cons
Lackluster fuel economy
Limited in-cabin storage
Not much fun to drive

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Audi Q3's #2 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Audi Q3 has a score of 8.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 14 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good predicted reliability rating
Nice balance of comfort and agility
High-class cabin materials
Straightforward tech features

Cons
Below-average fuel economy
Unrefined transmission
Small cargo hold

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Spacious cabin
Wireless smartphone connectivity
Digital gauge cluster
Minimalistic styling
Large windows and good outward vision

Cons
Vague steering
Climate touch controls
Small third row
Small 6.5-inch standard touchscreen

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Pros
Premium cabin
Large cargo hold
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Sluggish acceleration
Finicky infotainment controls

By: 
usnews.com

Volkswagen has given its compact SUV a handsome styling refresh for 2022 to help it look at home alongside the restyled Atlas and new Atlas Cross Sport mid-size SUVs. New LED headlamps, revised grille and bumpers, and new wheel designs give the 2022 Tiguan a more modern appearance. The Tiguan's cabin receives updates as well, in the form of a new steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls. Heated seats and a digital gauge display are now standard across the lineup.

Pros
Sporty handling,
spacious cabin,
available third row of seats.

Cons
Average acceleration,
firm seats,
underwhelming interior trimmings.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
258ft-lbs
at 1 700rpm
221ft-lbs
at 1 900rpm
Horsepower: 
228hp
at 5 000rpm
184hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.40Feet
37.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Adaptive cruise control
Leather steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
176.60in
186.10in
Width: 
72.80in
72.40in
Height: 
64.10in
66.50in
Ground Clearance: 
7.60in
Front Track: 
62.20in
62.20in
Rear Track: 
61.90in
61.90in
Wheel Base: 
105.50in
109.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.60
38.20
Rear Head Room: 
37.60
37.80
Front Leg Room: 
40.00in
40.20in
Rear leg room: 
36.10in
38.70in
Front Hip Room: 
54.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.70in
57.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
53.70in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in
55.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
48.00cu.ft
73.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
23.70cu.ft
37.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.30degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
3916.00lbs
3856.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
2 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass extended moonroof
2nd row fixed glass moonroof
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Leather
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leather
Bucket front seats
8-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
3 memorized driver seat settings
6-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heated driver seat
Multi-level heated passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual zone front climate control
Rear ventilation ducts
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
180-Watt Audio Output
USB Connection
10 Total Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Fender premium brand speakers
480 watts stereo output
9 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets And Wiper Park
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Deep Tinted Glass
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 In.
20 x 8.5 in
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
LED Headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system
Lane keep assist
Rear cross traffic alert
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
Technology Package
20" Wheel Package
Parking Assistance Package Plus
Black Optic Sport Package
Premium Plus
Exterior Options: 
Paint Protection
Audi Beam - Rings
19" Wheel Black Optic Package
Audi Base Carrier Bars W/Storage Bag
Audi Black Rings And Badges Kit
19" Wheel Package
Rear load sill/door cup/door edge
Interior Options: 
Audi Cargo Box
USB Cables
Audi Guard Protection Kit
Stainless Steel Pedal Caps
Audi Guard Cargo Mat
Interior Protection Kit

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#101010
Pearl beige, leather
#BBB9AC
Okapi brown, leather
#795845
Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, leather
#101010
Pearl Beige, leather
#BBB9AC
Rotor Gray w/Anthracite Stitching, leather
#434343