2020 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2021 Lexus NX
Overview | |
MSRP$24,945 | MSRP$37,610 |
Average price$20,793 | Average price$32,266 |
Listings1454 | Listings1478 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Tiguan is one of only two compact crossover SUV’s that currently offer third-row seating. (And the other is the hopelessly outdated Mitsubishi Outlander.) To fit the extra pair of surprisingly spacious seats, VW made the Tiguan much larger than average for its competitive set—which suits a vehicle that fills big shoes in VW dealerships. With five trim levels and prices that stretch from just under $26,000 to a bit over $40,000, the Tiguan is the German brand’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S. | |
2021 Lexus NX Reviews SummaryOne year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 184 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 184 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.0 cu ft | Cargo Space17.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3757 lbs | Curb Weight3940 lbs |
Height66.3 in | Height64.8 in |
Length185.1 in | Length182.3 in |
Width72.4 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload1124 lbs | Maximum Payload895 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,945 | $37,610 |
Average price | $20,793 | $32,266 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Volkswagen Tiguan is one of only two compact crossover SUV’s that currently offer third-row seating. (And the other is the hopelessly outdated Mitsubishi Outlander.) To fit the extra pair of surprisingly spacious seats, VW made the Tiguan much larger than average for its competitive set—which suits a vehicle that fills big shoes in VW dealerships. With five trim levels and prices that stretch from just under $26,000 to a bit over $40,000, the Tiguan is the German brand’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S. | One year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 184 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | 235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 184 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | 235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.0 cu ft | 17.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3757 lbs | 3940 lbs |
Height | 66.3 in | 64.8 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1124 lbs | 895 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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