Comparison - Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 2015 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4motion 2019

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Average Price: 
45,802
Updated: 
02 Dec 2016
$
33,095
Updated: 
02 May 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2015
2019
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.20gals
15.90gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alumina Jade Metallic
#5D655E
Attitude Black Metallic
#24231E
Blizzard Pearl
#ECE7EA
Creme Brulee Mica
#A59A8C
Nautical Blue Metallic
#303C64
Ooh La La Rouge Mica
#581826
Predawn Gray Mica
#5D5B60
Shoreline Blue Pearl
#425C73
Silver Sky Metallic
#ACACAC
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: 

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: 
27.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
29.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
2.00L
Torque: 
215ft-lbs
at 4 800rpm
221ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
280hp
at 5 800rpm
184hp
at 4 400rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
37.70Feet

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: 
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: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
191.10in
185.10in
Width: 
75.80in
72.40in
Height: 
68.10in
66.30in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
7.90in
Front Track: 
64.40in
61.80in
Rear Track: 
64.20in
61.90in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.50
39.60
Rear Head Room: 
39.60
38.90
Front Leg Room: 
44.20in
40.20in
Rear leg room: 
38.40in
38.70in
Front Hip Room: 
57.20in
58.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.30in
57.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.10in
57.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
59.00in
55.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
83.20cu.ft
73.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
13.80cu.ft
37.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
17.60degrees
26.20degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.90degrees
23.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4861.00lbs
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: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Premium leather
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
4 -way power 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: 
Manual folding split-bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
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: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Adjustable speed sensitive volume control
JBL premium brand speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
12 total speakers
JBL premium brand stereo system
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 wipers
Privacy glass
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
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: 
19 x 7.5
18 X 7.0 In
Wheels more: 
Chrome-clad wheel covers
Temporary spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R19
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: 
TOYOGUARD Select
TOYOGUARD Elite
TOYOGUARD Plus
Glass Breakage Sensor
VIP RS3200 Plus Security System
Glass Breakage Sensor
TOYOGUARD Select
TOYOGUARD Elite
First Aid Kit
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
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: 
Preferred Accessory Package
Driver Technology Package
VW Care
Combination Assistance Kit
3rd Row Seat Package
Exterior Options: 
Special Color
Rear Bumper Applique
Drop Hitch Receiver
Rear Bumper Protector
Cross Bars and Side Rails
Cross Bars
Towing Receiver Hitch w/Wire Harness
Paint Protection Film
Accent Stripe
Accent Stripe
Clear Paint Protection - Door Package
Body SIde Molding
Mudguards
Body Side Moldings
Alloy Wheel Locks
Running Boards
Rear Bumper Applique
Running Boards
Rear Bumper Protector
Door Edge Guards
Side Steps
Trailer Hitch Kit
Wheel Locks
Roof Rack
Bumperdillo Protection Plate
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Mats and Cargo Liner
Cargo Net
10" Overhead DVD Player (moonroof vehicles)
Carpet Floor Mats, Carpet Cargo Mat, All Weather Floor Mats
Carpet Mats w/Lipped Cargo Mat
Retractable Cargo Cover
Connectivity Package (4 Piece)
Wireless Headphones
Carpet Floor Mats and Cargo Liner
Cargo Cover
Rear-Seat Blu-Ray DVD Entertainment System
Cargo Net
Carpet Floor Mats and Carpet 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: 
Almond, premium leather
#8A7964
Ash, premium leather
#494947
Black, premium leather
#2A2A2A
Color: 
Titan Black, leatherette
#000000
Golden Oak/Black, leathrette
#A8A69A
Storm Grey, leatherette
#C9C9C7