New 2022 VW Tiguan review // Some needed updates
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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the new 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover. The 2022 Tiguan has a 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. Standard AWD in Canada and in the US, FWD and AWD options are available. You can put regular fuel in this crossover. The redesigned Tiguan has a fresh exterior style with a new front fascia, LED headlights and LED taillights, an available illuminated front grille, standard heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. R-Line styling is a new edition to the VW lineup with two available trims. It includes, 19” wheels, 20” on the Highline R-Line model, black accents, a sporty front bumper featuring large air intakes, as well as body-colour lower panels and R-Line touches inside and out. In the US, Tiguan models with FWD come with a standard 3rd row, optional for AWD models. In Canada, you can add the third row on all trims for $800 CAD. The Tiguan now comes with standard heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and a digital gauge cluster. The Tiguan gets 10.6L/100km, 22 MPG city and 8.0L/100 km, 29 MPG highway. The Tiguan keeps its boxy looking design in this refresh but adds a new front fascia, standard LED headlights and LED taillights plus the edition of R-Line styling with two available trims. It includes, 19”-20” wheels depending on the trim, black accents and a sporty front bumper. Both blind spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert and front Assist with autonomous emergency braking are standard on the Tiguan. With upgraded materials, available third row seats and new interior colour options with two-tone Noisette leather, this new Tiguan is definitely one to consider. It also has optional ventilated front seats and a 3-zone Climatronic system with a standard heated steering wheel and heated front seats. The Tiguan comes with quite a few standard features like a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, cloth upholstery, a Volkswagen digital cockpit with an 8-inch instrument cluster, a 6.5” touchscreen, Apple Carplay and Android Auto plus 17” wheels. In Canada, the Comfortline trim, one up from the base model has the larger 8” touchscreen, a power tailgate, 10.25” instrument cluster, wireless charger, 8-way power driver’s seat, leatherette seating surfaces and door inserts and 18” wheels. The Comfort R-Line Black Edition is where you’ll find 19” black alloy wheels a panoramic sunroof, front and rear parking sensors and 30 colour ambient lighting, The top Highline R-Line model gets the 20” wheels, chrome window surrounds, an 8-speaker Fender audio system, driver seat memory, heated rear outer seats, leather seating surfaces and ventilated front seats. The Comfortline trim is the “best value” trim for $36,795 CAD. You are missing a few key features like driver seat memory, a panoramic sunroof, heated rear seats ventilated front seats and front and rear parking sensors. Most of those features are only available on the top trim. You can get the panoramic sunroof and front and rear parking sensors on the Comfortline R-Line Black Edition for $39,495 CAD.
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I love that you addressed the enthusiasts vs. actual buyers. You’re so right about that Zach.
I wasn’t considering this car at all, but it’s seriously growing on me.
This is NOT a car enthusiasts vehicle!!
I have brought a Tiguan .. it is actually fast but when we drive it doesn’t feel like it’s fast .. when I look at the odometer it’s at 75mph .. it may be because of the heaviness .. Car doesn’t feel like it’s going at high speed due to its build quality .. But when we drive a RAV4 we feel like it’s going fast even at 65 mph also I drove CRV .... May be because of japenese build quality .. I even cross checked with speedometer in my phone … it is actually fast … but inside the car it doesn’t feel like … Its a damn smoother ride than other cars .. Trust me guys … Give it a test drive of the car .. that’s my opinion on this car.. and drive quality of Volkswagen is pretty good on highways …
This tiguan looks so much better esp. with the interior and very luxurious! Great review Andrea and Zack!
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed the review.
You guys earned my sub from the MDX review. Very informative plus a few jokes here and there. Your videos are at the right length. Not too long that they bore us with stats but not too short that we lack information. I extremely like how you guys compare different vehicles in the class and give honest opinions so we can make our decision easier. Thank you for your great work.
Wow, thank you so much, we really appreciate the kind words. So glad you subscribed after our MDX review and that you found us. Happy you are enjoying our reviews.
That's an impressive standard features list. Thanks for the review Andrea and Zack!
Thanks for watching!
Swapped my VW Atlas Cross Sport for the new SEL R Line Tig and it is night and day. Had a 2018 Tiguan and HATED it but this 2022 is perfection. Whatever tweaks to the motor and transmission they done has greatly improved the driving.
Saw an R-line with black trim in the waiting room while waiting for a tire change. what a beaut!
Ya'll are absolutely right about the Rav 4. I work for a Toyota dealership and I find all of their cars to be boring. The only one I like is the Venza. So I'm in the market for a new vehicle soon and torn between the Tiguan and the Cx5. I absolutely dislike that tablet infotainment sticking out of the dash on most vehicles.
You are both so informative. I appreciate you extensive research on every vehicule you try. I just bought a Chevrolet Trailblazer RS 2022. Very satisfied.
Thank you so much!
Love my new Tiguan, thanks for your review ,you have a new fan.
Love the Tiguan and this review just makes me love it even more.
Awesome, thank you!
Great review and welcome to my neck of the woods! The roads just south west of NOTL in Twenty Valley are just as picturest and offer some wonderful wineries as well! Safe travels!
Absolutely gorgeous! We had so much fun and it was sunny the whole time we were there. So lucky!
You are absolutely right. Most buyers opt for fully loaded R-Line, as its body kit and wheels look so much better than other "Lines". Sorento is Tiguan's most direct rival in this class of 7-seating compact to mid-size tweeter SUV. While Sorento offers better value and reliability, Tiguan handles sportier and has the cachet of a German badge.
BTW, take care during B.C's havoc rain and windstorm. It has been really wild on both days.
My wife got the Tiguan because it’s versatile sliding second row meant we could push it up all the way for our two dogs. That was honestly the most important thing for her, something the others in class couldn’t do, except for the smaller Escape.
On top of that, it drives really well, like a taller Golf - only the CX-5 impressed me more on that mark. And thankfully, I can stretch my legs out pretty well while driving, much more than the Japanese conception.
The real standout surprise was the fuel economy, I can often destroy the EPA estimate and get 6.6-6.8 l/100km on my way to work. It’s a great car, but I’m hoping we see hybrid tech soon to boost those numbers even more. I could take or leave the other changes on the refresh, except for the added seat heating and cooling.
don't forget that the CX-5 ( at least in the EU ) has cylinder deactivation, which is lame beyond explanation
Sorry what do you mean sliding second row?
Picked up a 2023 Highline R-Line based on this review.
Great review. I feel that Volkswagen tends to have a very stoic looking design language on all of their vehicles. And when I purchased my Wife’s VW... it was the design (in/out) and that amazing Fender Audio System that sealed the deal. Thanks for the video and the tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake (a personal favourite).
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it. What a beautiful area, we loved our time there and we had amazing weather.
The B&B’s, the local wines/vineyard tours and nearby Shakespeare Festival make it a favourite.
lol Zack looks so happy in that those back seats
The Tiguan is awesome...but so is the scenery! Lovely Autumn Leaves...Greetings from the tropical weather of South East Asia
Many thanks!
I'm a proud owner of a '21 Tiguan R Line Black and I've never understood the knock on this vehicle that it's low on power. I find that it's very quick and punchy. It's interesting that you find the engine to be more refined now. Great review guys!
Off the line it’s good, but on the move in a 90km/h zone, this engine doesn’t want to move faster. My alltrack was quicker with the dsg. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not bad just average.
I never understand that either,this car can get up when you need it to.
simply the best reviewers on the internet - perfect perfect :)
Glad you like them!
We recently bought a 22 Tiguan R Line Black Edition and we LOVE IT, I wish it would be more refined though, I find there's a ton of engine noise on the inside and it's loud, but other than that I've got almost no other complaints!
Enjoyed the video and the review. Just have to remember to watch out when I am driving on curvy roads and you are coming from the other direction into a left hand turn. LOL
Thank you very much for all your amazing videos I have a question on the Audi Q3. If I purchase the base model will it come with all the necessary features that I pretty much need for my basic car. The leather seats moonroof all the technology to keep the car safe can you please tell me if it comes with all the basic necessaries that I need to purchase this Audi Q3.
Love my '19 tiguan sel premium...❤
Comfortable and roomy interior, smooth quiet ride and good handling, decent power and great gas ⛽️ mileage...
An other great video,
Thanks guys!!
Great video guys, really enjoyed it. Some really good information and easy to follow. Love the fact both of you do the review which makes it feel natural. I have the older Tiguan escape model. You've just got yourselves another subscriber, looking forward to more of your videos, keep it up guys. 😁👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@Motormouth... Please compare the updated Tiguan to the updated Rogue.
Which one do you think is better?
Great Review once again and kudos to both of you! Can you guys tell me which one offers more space with all the sit down on the back from crv rav4 tuscon vw and rogue as far as i know i believe crv is winning!
What would you go for cx-5 signature or tiguan rline? Thanks
is the knoking of the front suspension fixed? that was so annoying on the 2020 I had...
Hi Zack and Andrea. Do you think the eHybrid that’s available in Europe will come to Canada one day?
you guys do a great job. ''real fake'' made me laugh out loud.
My wife recently upgraded from an '18 Tiguan SE, to a '22 Tiguan SE in Atlantic Blue, and VW has really stepped up their game. I agree that it drives and handles leaps and bounds over the '18. The improvements in the interior are really well appointed. The gearshift took some time to get used to having the PRND on the knob and not on the center console beside it. The hepatic HVAC controls are ok. You can slide them with your finger but it lags a bit, so it's just better to tap it with you finger tip. The controls on the steering wheel is not hepatic, like the R-Line, and are easier to operate because they still retain the tactile buttons. The front end has a more aggressive look to it and the LED headlights are simply outstanding.
Overall, the '22 is well worth owning, and I know my wife will be an owner for years to come. As for me, I have an '18 Atlas SE w/Tech and hope to upgrade to a '22 sometime here in the near future.
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
We just picked up a 2018 Atlas SE and saved 15K. Only 38K miles on it. Buying brand new is a waste of money, but hey!!! To each his own
My wife just got the exact same one as you hopefully you love your's, she loves hers.
Great review guys! Greetings from Russia. I really like this car looks and interior, very classy and will age well. My sister recently bought a facelift small wheel base Tiguan in a beautifull ruby red color with 1.4tsi (150ps) DSG 4motion powertrain close to one you reviewed on Taos. Here there are also an option of 2.0tsi (180ps) and 2.0tsi (220ps) both with DSG too. Dont know why you dont get the last one, considering all other brands seems to offer a more powerfull verisions of simular cars for NA market then for Europe and Asia. Interestingly swb Tiguan is a very popular choise here, it closely competes with Rav4 for the best selling suv in its class.
Will you guys be reviewing the new 2023 model soon?
Where do you put the front license plate with that camera on the front bumper?
Parabéns pelo seu vídeo. Esse tiguam top de mais !máquina .
you guys do excellent vehicle review videos
Thank you very much! - Andrea
Love your videos!
Thank you, happy to hear it!
Cant wait for you guys to drive and review the facelifted 2022 jetta sel/GLI
What do you think about Volvo XC40? Thank you 🙏
Any plan to review the 2023 model?
The kings of the auto industry ❤️🇩🇪
Looking at buying the 162 Rline pls give your thoughts I’m buying in Australia
Still fresh-looking after all those years...
Understatement pays off...ultimately...
😎😎
Does that white interior only come in Canada? Im not seeing that interior color in the US.
The Santa Fe went with the lever/switch shifter to move from Park, Neutral, Drive …. and the Tiguan has the regular knob shifter. I prefer the old school knob shifter because it’s what I’m used to.
👌💯great car.
Thank you !
VW needs to bring the R models of the Tiguan and Arteon to North America. I traded in my Golf R for an Acura RDX this summer but would have stayed with VW if the Tiguan R was available. The R-line appearance package just isn’t enough for me. It’s a shame because the new Tiguan looks great! My wife has a 2020 so the new improvements you mentioned are a good sign for when she is ready to upgrade down the road.
Hello, your video(s) are very educational. 2022 Vw tiguan top line. The 2022 Top of the line models don't have a lockable glove box, no fog with cornering lights, 8 way power passenger seat and oil and battery gauges at this price point. If the 2022 has added these features let me know.
Thanks (s)
Perfect review for this very popular car here in Europe. Salut.
Thank you!
Great review 👍
Thank you very much!
How does this compare to a Subaru Outback?
We've been debating between the Audi Q3 and the Tiguan for a while now. The issues were that the Q3 is less spacious than we'd like and the Tiguan was a bit sluggish at highway speeds as many had noted (we test-drove both). However, we're thrilled to learn about the major improvement to the driving dynamics. I think this just helped us decide! Now it's time to decide between Comfortline and Comfortline R-Line! Thank you so much and you guys are awesome! Enjoy Niagara on the Lake - try the Brock's Monument (Tower) and Fort George if you get time.
@James Short thanks James. Yes we liked the drive of Q3 better, without a doubt, but were a bit hesitant about the cargo space.
You can't add more space to the Q3 but an ECU tune provides additional performance if you want to go that route.
@James Short the more conservative tuners are APR and GIAC Google the dealer nearest you. About 10 years ago i had an ECU reflash on my Audi A4 claimed to have added 40HP and 50 lbs-ft torque. Don't know if that was achieved but could definitely feel the difference in response throughout the rev range. Car had 2 years of warranty left when installed and ran for another 90,000 Km trouble free. It does void the engine warranty but if a non engine issue develops manufacturer still honors the rest of the warranty. Some dealers sold the tune and would probably help out with warranty issues - can't say for sure cuz I didn't have any. The tune raises turbo boost pressure which is controlled by how hard you accelerate I didn't see any measurable change in fuel economy.
I also went with a Tiguan R after seeing how small the Q3 was in comparison. The Q5 is more comparable in size, but is also considerably more.
I am in a similar boat. It is now 40K for a tiguan and I will look at Volvo 60 and Audi 5. I may also wait for the new tiguan with ergoactive seats.
2023 Tiguan review please!! 😅🙏Thank you so much!
Zack hit the jackpot when he married Andrea
got that right!!!😁
Agree Hot n Smart
How to you know he married her?
@@edwardvalivonis23 thats a stupid question..are you serious right now?
@@jbshp2011 not is not stupid
Can you do a review on the new atlas cross sport pls.
This or the Atlas cross sport?
Neat, waiting for the ID4 review and the rest of VW's future EV's
Our ID.4 review goes out this Wednesday, make sure you check it out.
Vw do have hybrid car?
Hi Zack and Andrea. Thanks for Tiquan review. Do you know any information about the Tiquan Hybrid in Canada?
No hybrid coming, they want you to buy the I.D.4 electric car instead...
Fantastic review, I am planning to buy this here in India.
My wife just got the exact same one this past Friday
Awesome 👌🆒️
Greetings from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦❤
there's a Starbucks on the main street of NOTL and also one in Virgil :) Balzac's too :)
Base Tiguan ( 7 auto, 190 hp 2.0 ) is 55.000 CAD in Scandinavia.
So much for being closer to the manufacturer
Hi, Andrea. You are a great presentor ! Questions:
1. We live in the middle east. here the Tiguan comes in three models: (1) LIFE 1.5 Litter / 150 hp. (2) LIFE PLUS 1.5 Litter / 150 hp and (3) LIFE PLUS 2.0 Litter / 190 hp. As I am searching an optimal SUV which has best comfortability / great shock absorbers and fun to drive. Competition is there with many good car makers. What is your suggestion ?
2. Please also relate in your answer to gasoline consumption. I guess number (3) will be the not so good on it's milage.
3. Any comments about the robotic Transmission system? some rumors say it may be problematic.
4. How come TOP GEAR reviews gave Tiguan 7 out of 10 points? they mention that it has a problematic touch - sensitive climate control.
Appreciate your respond.
very informative review ..
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Oh mann... This looks great, I had a Tiguan before and loved it. We're looking to down size our Atlas and this seems like a good alternative. Get some discount since I'm a VW owner.
may be it should also fitted with the GTI like honey comb fog lights
2.0T that makes only 184hp? is that a typo?
Looks a lot better on the inside. We looked at a Tiguan this summer and it felt very cheap on the inside
Agreed, keep the Fender Audio system in all the cars! I'm surprised you guys are saying it's improved. It was sluggish when I tried a few years ago. They should listen to enthusiasts it only betters the cars for everyone since most people don't know anything when purchasing their cars which is scary. That Tuscan interior looks horrible to me. The Tiguan looks better despite my dislike for the digital cockpit.
In this class the outside is my fav design.
Does it still suffer from carbon build up?
What it really needs is a 6-popper. Or at least a better tune for that 2.0. 184 hp?? VW is on dope.
Agreed Zack the Fender system sounds great. Are you going to drive the ID4 next. It's impressive
The ID drops on Wed.
Nice review
Thank you!
What’s with the gaps in the cargo area…drives me nuts
I just love I would like the top of line 😊🎉
I really do like your reviews. The two of you obviously do your homework and provide excellent reviews. My question is why don’t you ever address reliability? That strikes me as a glaring omission.
Awesome video! This is kind of classic boxing vehicle with nice interior design. Just wish they included the hybrid. My biggest question is Why “R” line seem more common all car manufacturers?
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. The R Line is just a sportier trim name for VW.
@@andreaspencer9813 👍🏻👍🏻
Best Review.
No mention of the Mazda CX5? I thought that was the main competitor for the Tiguan, with its 2.5 L turbocharged engine and similar size...
Perhaps they didn’t mention the CX-5 because the CX-50 was announced today. VW is not allowed to sell its nicest or most efficient vehicles in North America.
I wish they gave us the SWB Tiguan here in Canada :/
Good review
Thank you so much!
I also hated that the AC wont cool when the car is in full stop
I bought the comfortline and I’m very disappointed. The thing lags 1-2seconds when first applying the accelerator, it’s like it doesn’t shift into first soon enough then shifts to second to soon. Not a pleasant experience. Plus when starting off in the morning it sputters and almost quits. I’ve only had it a few days and it’s been in the VW garage, which found nothing, of course, but they are thinking of it and interested in the problem.
I’m still getting lots of glitches. I hate having to reset, in cold weather, the climate controls every time you get in.
Anyone know if putting the climate control on auto works in winter?
But I have to say I’m falling in love with the handling it’s like an Audi. Comfortable and spacious.
Really enjoyable video, and a beautiful VW - but I like my Taos much more ❤️
Thank you so much, glad you liked the review. Enjoy your Taos!
I’ve never driven Tiguan, but it’s 4000lbs with a driver in it. I think it needs more power. 184 hp is at 6000 rpm……..I’m thinking not many people get to 6000 rpm for too long. Great review ! 👍
It looks good though 😎
Well, especially if you are going to pay 40 k for it...
The numbers don’t tell the whole story. It feels faster than the horsepower would suggest, I suspect because of the turbo and over 200 lb ft of torque. It’s also relatively quiet.
It's all about the ride quality
I'm guessing Volkswagen engineers did some programming on the computer control unit(s), to alter transmission shifting, throttle response and engine VVT...
cant wait for new GTI & R
true refinement vs older generations
Where did you shoot this review? The surrounding looks amazing :)
We were in Niagara-On-The Lake in Ontario, beautiful area - Andrea
@@Motormouth... Thanks! Enjoyed the review BTW :)
Presentation is everything. So many CZcamsrs forget that.
How good is the leatherette? And would it get softer over time? Is it worth it to upgrade to leather or is the leatherette pretty good?
Letherette is amazing in my opinion. I have a 2019 se with 37k miles on it and the interior looks and field like out of the factory.
Are you an animal lover?
Is this Tiguan made in Germany or Mexico??
I drove the 2022 Tiguan SE white with panoramic sun roof last week at Mckenna Volkswagen in Cerritos. I like how it drive but the interior looks cheap, a lot of hard plastic. I went to the next door Mazda, sat down on the 2022 CX 5 GT and the 21 CX 30 Premium. The Mazda driving dynamic and the interior is what sold us to get the Mazda. My wife ended up getting the 21 CX 30 Premium for 32k. The Mazda CX 30 drives better than my SUV costing 25k more. Wife wants sub-compact SUV since we already have a compact SUV.
WOW so glad that I found your comment as I am hesitating exactly between Tiguan SE and CX30 premium now!!! May I ask how your wife's driving experience has been so far? Thanks!!
thanks
Love your reviews you guys don't just get in and go a 100 mph (sorry I'm in the states ) and talk about how fast it is, but I question the reliability of vw
Thank you, glad you are enjoying them.
They're usually good cars, but definitely had their fuck ups. We just picked up a 2018 Atlas VR6 l, because the 4 is the one to stay away from. The VR6 also has an Aisin transmission, which are very well made. But Scotty Kilmer would still call it a piece of crap, because that same transmission isnt in a Toyota.
Hi, will Canada get Tiguan R 320HP ?
Nope
Wait, where's the night life section? Really liked that aspect of your videos
They were in Ontario so they probably didn't have the car for the whole day to wait until night and do their night life shots
They stopped it because it was a lot of work and analytics showed that people thought it was the end of the video and stopped watching.
This might be it for me from GLA 250