Comparison - Kia Sportage X-Pro 2023 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021

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Kia Sportage X-Pro 2023

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kia KX5

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

36,615

Updated:

23 Jul 2023

32,730

Updated:

25 Feb 2021

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2023

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

14.30gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Ebony Black

#191919

Steel Gray

#8F8F91

Snow White Pearl

#EEEFEF

Sapphire Blue

#1849BB

Dawning Red

#BC2026

Jungle Green

#65695B

Color:

Pure White

#F6F6F6

Deep Black Pearl

#25211E

Dolphin Grey Metallic

#808080

Nightshade Blue Metallic

#2B7E99

Reflex Silver Metallic

#D9D9D9

Oryx White Mother-of-Pearl

#F7F7F7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Pros
Spacious cabin,
forgiving ride,
generous list of standard and optional tech features.

Cons
Four-cylinder could use a bit more power,
boring driving dynamics,
exterior styling isn't for everyone.

By:

caranddriver.com

Pros
Stylish, quiet and high-tech interior
Roomy seating and a huge cargo area
Added off-road capability with X-Pro trim

Cons
Standard engine supplies leisurely acceleration
Subpar fuel economy from this engine too

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan's #8 ranking is based on its score within the Compact SUVs category. Currently the Volkswagen Tiguan has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 25 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Comfortable ride
Generous cargo space

CONS
Engine feels underpowered at times
Less engaging handling compared to some rivals
Below-average fuel economy ratings

By:

usnews.com

In advance of a more thorough update for the 2022 model year, VW makes a few changes to the Tiguan for 2021. The base S and mid-range SE models receive new 17-inch wheel designs and the latter of the two receives standard adaptive cruise control. Likewise, the top-spec SEL Premium R-Line model gains a power-adjustable front passenger's seat.

PROS
Agile driving behavior,
optional third row of seats,
fuel-efficient powertrain.

CONS
Poky acceleration,
firm ride,
dowdy interior design.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover is spacious and comfortable, and also the league-leader in modesty.

PROS
Big interior
Smooth ride
Automatic emergency braking standard
Big cargo area
Straight shooter

CONS
…and a little boring
Not very fuel-efficient
Small third row
New one on the way

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

23.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

1.50L

Torque:

178ft-lbs

at 4 000rpm

184ft-lbs

at 1 500rpm

Horsepower:

187hp

at 6 100rpm

147hp

at 5 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.60Feet

37.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

183.50in

177.50in

Width:

73.40in

73.10in

Height:

66.90in

65.90in

Ground Clearance:

8.30in

7.90in

Front Track:

63.80in

62.40in

Rear Track:

64.10in

61.90in

Wheel Base:

108.50in

105.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.80

41.20

Rear Head Room:

38.00

39.80

Front Leg Room:

41.40in

Rear leg room:

41.30in

Front Hip Room:

54.80in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.50in

59.10in

Rear Hip Room:

53.40in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.60in

59.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

74.10cu.ft

61.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

2500lbs

1653lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

39.60cu.ft

34.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

19.90degrees

Angle of Departure:

26.60degrees

Curb Weight:

3834.00lbs

3397.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

2 one-touch power windows

1st row power glass extended moonroof

Heated mirrors

Heated rear window

Power adjustable, folding and heated door mirrors with surround lighting, front passenger exterior mirror lowering function

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Leatherette

Bucket front seats

8-way power driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

4-way manual passenger seat adjustment

Heated front seats

Backrest release for left front seat

Lumbar support in front seats

Front seats with height adjustment

Top comfort seats in front

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

longitudinally movable and folding with load-through hatch and centre armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Shock absorption in front

Rear Suspension:

Rear shock absorption

Suspension Info:

Sports suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Rear ventilation ducts

Dual zone front climate control

Keyless ignition

Air Care Climatronic 3 zone automatic climate control with enhanced air filter and controls in the rear

Automatically-heated washer nozzles in front

Remote unlocking for rear seat backrest

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

8 total speakers

Harman/kardon premium brand speakers

Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

USB connection

USB with external media control

400 watts stereo output

8 speakers

2 USB-C ports in the front, 1 USB-C charging socket on the centre console in the rear

App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

SD card slot

12V socket in centre console

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated discs

Front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear solid disc brakes

Rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Pre-collision safety system

Lane keep assist

Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring, backup horn and towing protection

Anti theft wheel bolts

Rigid safety cell with front and rear crumple zones

Front passenger airbag deactivation

Height adjustable front 3 point seatbelts + pretensioners

Active pedestrian safety system

Hill hold control

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Comparison - Kia Sportage X-Pro 2023 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021

General

Also called:

Kia KX5

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Expert Reviews

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Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

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Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

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