2020 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2021 Toyota 4Runner
Overview | |
MSRP$24,945 | MSRP$36,765 |
Average price$20,810 | Average price$37,928 |
Listings1457 | Listings1563 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 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 (And the other is the hopelessly outdated Mitsubishi Outlander.)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 Toyota 4Runner Reviews SummaryDespite its design age, poor fuel economy, rough ride, iffy handling, and marginal safety ratings, the current-generation Toyota 4Runner remains a popular choice in a midsize SUV. Why? Its reputation for reliability and resale value, coupled with its undeniable utility, rugged image, and go-anywhere and do-anything capability, are the selling points. And if that's why you want a 2021 Toyota 4Runner, it won't disappoint you as long as you accept its shortcomings. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 184 hp I4 | Engine4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 184 hp I4 | Engine Name4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower184 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.0 cu ft | Cargo Space47.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3757 lbs | Curb Weight4400 lbs |
Height66.3 in | Height71.5 in |
Length185.1 in | Length190.2 in |
Width72.4 in | Width75.8 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase109.8 in |
Maximum Payload1124 lbs | Maximum Payload1700 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,945 | $36,765 |
Average price | $20,810 | $37,928 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 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. | Despite its design age, poor fuel economy, rough ride, iffy handling, and marginal safety ratings, the current-generation Toyota 4Runner remains a popular choice in a midsize SUV. Why? Its reputation for reliability and resale value, coupled with its undeniable utility, rugged image, and go-anywhere and do-anything capability, are the selling points. And if that's why you want a 2021 Toyota 4Runner, it won't disappoint you as long as you accept its shortcomings. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 184 hp I4 | 4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | 270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 184 hp I4 | 4.0L 270 hp V6 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 278 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 184 hp @ 4400 rpm | 270 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.0 cu ft | 47.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3757 lbs | 4400 lbs |
Height | 66.3 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 190.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 75.8 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1124 lbs | 1700 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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