Comparison - Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021 - vs - Toyota Highlander XLE 2023

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Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

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Also called:

Kluger

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

32,730

Updated:

25 Feb 2021

41,820

Updated:

03 Feb 2023

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2023

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed dual-clutch

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.90gals

Exterior Colors:

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

Color:

Wind Chill Pearl

#FFFFFF

Midnight Black Metallic

#37383C

Celestial Silver Metallic

#AAA9AE

Cypress

#3E614C

Blueprint

#293B75

Ruby Flare Pearl

#A62739

Moon Dust

#6F7B89

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

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

Pros
Spacious seating in first two rows
Balanced ride and handling
Long list of standard features
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Engine can be noisy
Cramped third row

By:

usnews.com

Pros
Large available displays
Good safety scores and driver-assist tech
Available hybrid model

Cons
Cramped third row
Bouncy ride quality

By:

motortrend.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

29.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

2.40L

Torque:

184ft-lbs

at 1 500rpm

310ft-lbs

at 1 700rpm

Horsepower:

147hp

at 5 000rpm

265hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

37.70Feet

37.40Feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

177.50in

194.90in

Width:

73.10in

76.00in

Height:

65.90in

68.10in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

8.00in

Front Track:

62.40in

Rear Track:

61.90in

Wheel Base:

105.40in

112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.20

39.60

Rear Head Room:

39.80

39.40

Front Leg Room:

42.00in

Rear leg room:

38.70in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.10in

59.00in

Rear Hip Room:

57.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.10in

58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

61.60cu.ft

84.30cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1653lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

34.50cu.ft

16.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.10degrees

Angle of Departure:

23.00degrees

Curb Weight:

3397.00lbs

4199.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated rear window

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

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Heated front seats

Backrest release for left front seat

Lumbar support in front seats

Front seats with height adjustment

Top comfort seats in front

Leatherette

8-way power driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8-way power passenger seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

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

Folding center armrest

Manual folding bench third row seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Shock absorption in front

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension

Rear Suspension:

Rear shock absorption

Suspension Info:

Sports suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

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

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Three zone climate control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

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

8.0" infotainment display size

6 total speakers

Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

USB connection

USB with external media control

3 months of provided satellite radio service

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:

Front disc brakes

Ventilated disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear disc brakes

Ventilated disc

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:

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

Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Lane keep assist

Rear cross traffic alert

Pre-collision safety system

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

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Comparison - Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2021 - vs - Toyota Highlander XLE 2023

General

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Also called:

Kluger

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

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