Comparison - Lexus RX 350L Luxury 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4motion 2019

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Average Price: 
$
55,400
Updated: 
05 Oct 2019
$
33,095
Updated: 
02 May 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2019
Total Seating: 
7
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: 
19.20gals
15.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Nebula Gray Pearl
#656567
Eminent White Pearl
#F2F2F2
Atomic Silver
#B6B2B1
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
#A49D93
Obsidian
#171B1C
Nightfall Mica
#042568
Matador Red Mica
#9B2A2C
Caviar
#252525
Nori Green Pearl
#535739
Color: 
Habanero Orange Metallic
#FF3B0F
Silk Blue Metallic
#526A90
Dark Moss Green Metallic
#4C5C55
Deep Black Pearl
#060506
Platinum Grey Metallic
#82838B
Pure white
#FFFFFF
Cardinal Red Metallic
#770618
White Silver Metallic
#9A9C9B
Stone Blue Metallic
#4F595C
Pyrite Silver Metallic
#91908B

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

For 2021 Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard for 2021.Wireless smartphone charging now available.

PROS
Impeccable cabin finished with top-quality materials
Advanced safety features come standard
Excellent ride and seat comfort

CONS
Third-row space is tight for anyone other than small kids
Touchpad controller is distracting to use
Less overall cargo capacity than competitors
Hard to see out of

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Lexus RX 350's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lexus RX 350 has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 43 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Great predicted reliability score
Composed ride and handling
Good acceleration
Long list of standard and optional features

Cons
Subpar cargo space
Very cramped available third-row seats

By: 
usnews.com

The 2021 Lexus RX stays strong in an increasingly crowded class with styling that stands out and powertrains that don’t.

Pros
Efficient hybrid
F Sport shines inside and out
Comfy for five
More daring than dull...

Cons
...Edgy styling can be a turn off
Useless third row
Getting expensive

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 VW Tiguan has a spacious interior and a comfortable ride, but its price climbs quickly.

Pros
Interior room to space
Excellent infotainment software
Decent value
Good ride quality

Cons
Third row’s a joke
Expensive with options
Not very fuel-efficient
Transmission can be confused

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan ranked #8 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Volkswagen Tiguan has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo area
Lengthy warranty
Serene ride

Cons
Lackluster engine power
Poor fuel economy estimates

By: 
usnews.com

Revised trim levels and feature availability for 2019.

PROS
Offers a lot of space for passengers and cargo
Three-row seating is useful in a pinch
Tech interface is intuitive to use
Longer warranty period than most competitors

CONS
Subpar acceleration and responsiveness
Ranks low in fuel economy for the class
Optional larger wheels make for a bumpy ride

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
18.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
25.00mpg
29.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
v
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.00L
Torque: 
263ft-lbs
at 4 700rpm
221ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
290hp
at 6 300rpm
184hp
at 4 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.80Feet
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
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather And Wood Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Destination Download
Destination Guidance (Also Turn-By-Turn Navigation)
Roadside Assistance
Heated Steering Wheel
Adaptive Cruise Control
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
196.90in
185.10in
Width: 
74.60in
72.40in
Height: 
67.30in
66.30in
Ground Clearance: 
8.10in
7.90in
Front Track: 
64.20in
61.80in
Rear Track: 
63.80in
61.90in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.70
39.60
Rear Head Room: 
37.90
38.90
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
40.20in
Rear leg room: 
30.90in
38.70in
Front Hip Room: 
55.80in
58.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
57.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.80in
57.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.80in
55.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.50cu.ft
73.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.30cu.ft
37.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
26.20degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4619.00lbs
3814.00lbs

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: 
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8-Way Power Driver Seat
8-Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leatherette
6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustmen
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding Center Armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
Reclining rear seats
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
9 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
6 total speakers
USB Connection
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Rear window wiper
hands-free power liftgate
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.0-In.
18 X 7.0 In
Wheels more: 
All-Season Tires
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55

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: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear 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: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors
Airbag Deployment Notification
Emergency Service
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance
LED Headlamp
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Brake drying
Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Rear height adjustable headrests
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Turn signal mirrors
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Brake Drying
Cornering Lights

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Towing Prep Package
VW Care
Combination Assistance Kit
3rd Row Seat Package
Exterior Options: 
Touch-Free Power Rear Door W/Kick Sensor
Premium Paint
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film By 3M
Mudguards
Body-Side Moldings
Running Boards
Premium Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps And LED Taillamps
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Paint Protection Film By 3M
Side Steps
Trailer Hitch Kit
Wheel Locks
Roof Rack
Bumperdillo Protection Plate
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
Illuminated Door Sills
Universal Tablet Holder
12.3" Navigation System W/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package
12.3" Navigation System W/Multimedia Display
Key Gloves W/Lexus Logo
Color Heads Up Display
Key Gloves W/F Logo
Carpet Cargo Mat
Cargo Net
Second-Row Captain's Chairs
Wireless Charger
All-Weather Floor Liners
All-Weather Cargo Mat
First Aid Kit
Three-Row Rubber Mats Kit
Roadside Assistance Kit
Rearview Mirror W/Homelink
Two-Row Rubber Mats Kit
Luggage Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, premium leather
#000000
Glazed Caramel, premium leather
#9B6849
Birch, premium leather
#BCBCB7
Parchment, premium leather
#D7D1C1
Color: 
Titan Black, leatherette
#000000
Golden Oak/Black, leathrette
#A8A69A
Storm Grey, leatherette
#C9C9C7