2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Model Review - Orlando, FL

What's New For the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan?

As one of the top small SUVs on the market, the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan returns with no major updates. Nevertheless, new 17-inch alloy wheels do come standard this year.

2021 Tiguan Trims & Features

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is offered in five trims: S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line. Drivers seeking a great bang for the buck will love the base Tiguan S. It comes loaded with many great features for the money. Some of the niceties include a 6.5-inch touchscreen with smartphone support, onboard Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.

Drivers seeking a bit more luxury will enjoy the Tiguan SE. Technology lovers will appreciate this trim's recently updated MIB 3 infotainment system, which features a larger 8.0-inch touchscreen. Other amenities include wireless charging, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control.

The SE R-Line Black has an especially eye-catching appearance. Volkswagen designs the newest Tiguan with black-accented bumpers and 20-inch black wheels. From the interior, a panoramic sunroof offers a more relaxing atmosphere.

A few more upgrades are found on the SEL trim. The Volkswagen Digital Cockpit replaces the traditional analog gauges with a customizable screen. Added features include a heated steering wheel, making driving during the winter more comfortable. You'll also receive navigation and remote start.

Atop the Tiguan range sits the leather-appointed SEL Premium R-Line trim. When in crowded areas, the automated parking system will come in handy. A nine-speaker Fender premium audio system gives your music a more impactful sound.

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Horsepower

All 2021 Tiguan trims come equipped with a 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It's rated to churn out 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Volkswagen 4MOTION AWD system is optional. Along with the AWD system comes an off-road driving mode and hill descent control, which transform the Tiguan into a more adventurous SUV.

Volkswagen Tiguan Safety

Valuable safety technologies, like automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, come standard on the new Tiguan. Meanwhile, upper trims add reverse automatic braking and adaptive cruise control. In the event you're involved in a collision, the crossovers' standard automatic crash notification system will prove its worth.