The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Competitors

How Does the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Stand Up to the Competition?

Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Annapolis has a fine selection of Volkswagen Tiguan models, one of the most popular small SUVs in the Annapolis area. Volkswagen has continued to make improvements to this innovative vehicle with European design elements and a variety of features that continue to make it attractive to families. So, how does it compare to similar vehicles in its class? The Honda CR-V is a croud pleasing small SUV that offers lots of features. The Ford Escape has five trim levels including hybrid variants. Which one is right for you?

Several Top Trims to Choose From

The Volkswagen Tiguan has five trim levels options:

• S
• SE
• SE R-Line Black
• SEL
• SEL Premium R-Line

The Honda CR-V comes in four trims:

• LX
• EX
• EX-L
• Touring

Ford Escape comes is offered in five trim levels:

• S
• SE
• SE Sport
• SEL
• Titanium

Performance

The Volkswagen Tiguan is powered by 184-horsepower four-cylinder engine, and all-wheel drive is available. Drivers of the new Volkswagen Tiguan can achieve impressive fuel efficiency of up to 23 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, making it a great pick for drivers on a budget.

The Honda CR-V gets it's power from a 1.5-Liter 4-cylinder engine that delivers up to 190 horsepower.

This estimated fuel economy rating for the Honda CR-V is 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

With the Ford Escape, you start with the 2.5-Liter 4-cylinder engine producing 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. The Ford Escape can reach an EPA-estimated 44 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway with the right setup.

Interior

Baltimore drivers will enjoy the 3rd row and 73.5 cu. ft. of cargo space in the 5-seat Volkswagen Tiguan. Modern styling, spacious rear legroom, and an available panoramic sunroof create a bright vibe inside the car. Ride comfortably with available dual-zone climate control.

The CR-V offers room for you and up to five passengers and up to 39.2 cubic square feet of cargo space. Standard interior features of the CR-V include a 5-inch infotainment display, USB port, Bluetooth compatibility, and a four-speaker stereo.

The Ford Escape has a functional and pleasantly laid out cabin. The Sync 3 touchscreen is intuitve and simple to operate. There's an abundane of room all around, and the deeply sculpted front seatbacks afford lots of knee room to rear passengers.

Safety

Pasadena, MD drivers will find that a lot of safety features come with the Volkswagen Tiguan. Volkswagen works to keep you safe with standard safety technology, such as:

• Pedestrian Monitoring
• Blind Spot Monitor
• Available Overhead View Camera
• Available Adaptive Cruise Control
• Available High Beam Control
• Available Lane Keeping System

The Honda CR-V also offers several standard safety features. The Honda Sensing package is a suite of features that offers drivers forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, driver inattention warning, blind-spot, and rear cross-traffic warning.

The new Ford Escape keeps drivers safe with parking-assist features that help you fit into the tightest of spots. The parking-assist comes with features such as a side-sensing system, reverse perpendicular parking, and park-out assistance. The Escape is also fitted with other safety features, including pre-collision assist with automatic braking, lane-keeping system, and a Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert.

Test Drive the New Volkswagen Tiguan at Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Annapolis

When Laurel, MD drivers visit Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Annapolis in Annapolis, they will find the VW Tiguan available in many different colors to suit your personal style. Stop in for a test drive and discover why the VW Tiguan is a top choice for families.