Published April 30 2021

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2022 Hyundai Tucson: German Engineering at Its Best

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a real do-it-all. Need mid-size SUV passenger space in a compact SUV package ? No problem. Need plenty of torque to zip around the city? The Tiguan has it. Need safety technologies that will keep you and your occupants safe? The Tiguan does it, and everything else, better than its rivals. On top of that, it is more stylish and offers more value as well.

Here, we compare the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson.

More torque and handling in the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is powered by a powerful four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that boasts 184 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. This powerplant is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission which can power the front wheels, or all four wheels thanks to the renowned 4MOTION AWD system which will take you through any type of road condition.

This powertrain outranks the 2022 Hyundai Tucson’s main powertrain, which is composed of a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder unit that dishes out similar horsepower, but only 178 lb-ft of torque. This leap in torque gives the Tiguan advantages in drivability and acceleration, turning it into a much more enjoyable and capable ride.

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has marginally more powerful hybrid options, however, the pricing goes up to a starting point of $38,799, making them much costlier to purchase than the Tiguan, which starts at $34,510 when equipped with the 4MOTION AWD system, and even less if you opt for a FWD variant.

Space and Tech inside the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

On top of being powerful and sporty, the Tiguan is a better family vehicle than the Hyundai Tucson. And when the time comes to transport the family, nothing beats the Tiguan. It supplies tremendous amounts of front and rear legroom along with a surprising amount of cargo volume, but it can also be fitted with an optional 3^rd row, bumping the passenger seating to seven. The Hyundai Tucson can only accommodate five passengers.

The Tiguan is much more stylish than the Tucson. With a refined cabin composed of modern and premium textures and materials, your family will feel at home on short and long trips. The Tiguan can also be fitted with great options like the Fender audio system, the R-Line package with its even more stylish additions to the body and interior, and more.

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan awaits your discovery. You can shop for your car online with us. Our representatives are waiting for your call and can answer all your questions.