Comparison - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4motion 2018 - vs - Lynk & Co 01 2018

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Model: 
Average Price: 
32,390
Updated: 
02 Jan 2018
39,000
Updated: 
10 Mar 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2021
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.90gals
11.00gals
Exterior Colors: 
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
Ruby Red
#8B292F
White Silver Metallic
#9A9C9B

Electric

Battery: 
17.6-kWh lithium-ion battery
Full Charge Range: 
43mi
Full Charge Time: 
Battery charging time 230V (hours) - 5
Top Speed: 
130mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
7.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace looks to be better aligned with the demands of American buyers than its pricey, cramped predecessor.

Pros
More aligned with buyer tastes?
Clean styling inside and out
High-tech dashboard
Lots of available safety tech

Cons
Will it be underpowered?
Awfully small for a three-row crossover
Third row required for FWD
Looks are too conservative for some

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2018 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
Lots of user-friendly tech features
Good cargo space
Smooth ride
Roomy first- and second-row seats

Cons
Postage-stamp third row
Unimpressive engine
Subpar fuel economy

By: 
usnews.com

The Volkswagen Tiguan is fully redesigned for 2018. Compared to its predecessor, it offers more legroom, more cargo space and a standard third row.

PROS
Lots of space for passengers and cargo
Third-row seating can be useful in a pinch
Now offers comprehensive driver safety features
Revised tech interface is sharp, intuitive and quick to respond

CONS
Optional larger wheels make for a bumpy ride
Still ranks low in fuel economy, despite revised engine

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Solid construction
Volvo underpinnings
Seems to steer okay
Innovative leasing model might make it here

Cons
Cheap feeling interior
Generic design behind try-hard front end
Unknown brand

By: 
caradvice.com.au

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
27.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
12
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
3
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
1.50L
Torque: 
221ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
195ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
Horsepower: 
184hp
at 4 400rpm
180hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.70Feet
37.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
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: 
Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Cooled Storage Compartment
Adaptive Cruise Control
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Rear center armrest with two integrated cup holders
Leather steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
185.10in
178.30in
Width: 
72.40in
73.00in
Height: 
66.30in
65.10in
Ground Clearance: 
7.90in
8.30in
Front Track: 
61.80in
Rear Track: 
61.90in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
107.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.60
38.30
Rear Head Room: 
38.90
38.80
Front Leg Room: 
40.20in
41.10in
Rear leg room: 
38.70in
39.30in
Front Hip Room: 
58.30in
54.70in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.40in
46.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
73.50cu.ft
42.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
37.60cu.ft
16.40cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
26.20degrees
19.40degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.30degrees
26.40degrees
Curb Weight: 
3858.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
Power operated tailgate
Powered and heated door mirrors with memory settings

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
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
Leather
Cloth
8-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated Front Seats
Driver seat with eight-way power adjustment, memory and power lumbar support
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Reclining rear seats
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding center armrest
Rear seat 60-40 foldable split

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension: 
rear stabilizer bar
Isolated rear subframe in combination with rear multi-link suspension
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Cooled storage compartment
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Automatic air conditioning (two-zone ECC) with temperature controlled glovebox; remote control of ECC (PHEV)
Multicolor ambient light
Rear view mirror with auto dimming

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
6 total speakers
USB Connection
Android Auto
MirrorLink
Apple CarPlay
10 speakers
Telematics
In-car apps
Full OTA (over the air) software download
12.7" center display (touch screen)
12.3" driver display
64 GB internal hard disk
Journey cameras (interior social camera and recordable dashcam)
Speech interaction (voice recognition) with dual mic
Wireless cellphone charging

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Privacy glass
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Rear window wiper
hands-free power liftgate
Metallic paint, two-tone contrasting roof
Roof spoiler
Roof rails in Satin Natural Chrome
Active upper grille shutter
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 X 7.0 In
18"
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
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
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear 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: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
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
Braking energy recovery system (48 V)
Auto hold
PIB (Post-Impact Braking)
RAB (Red Alert Brake)
Theft and stolen vehicle notification via telematics
LKA (Lane Keeping Aid)
BSD (Blind Spot Detection)
LCA (Lane Change Assist)
HWA (Highway Assist)

Options

Packages: 
3rd Row Seat Package
R-Line Package For Sel
Exterior Options: 
Side Steps
Roof Rack
Wheel Locks
Paint Protection
Hood Deflector
Accessory Towing Kit
Bumper Protector
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
First Aid Kit
Rubber Mat Kit
Roadside Assistance Kit
Rearview Mirror W/Homelink
Privacy Cover
Luggage Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Grey
#8E8E8E
Pure Black
#191919