A flawed gem? 2024 VW Tiguan Elegance review

The Tiguan's been one of the best 'normal' family SUVs for 17 years now, and this latest third-generation car promises to be the best yet. But is it? Join me with a 1.5 TSI Elegance model of the new Tiguan as I put it through its paces as a family car, show you the cabin and boot space, prod the tech and tell you the honest truth about what it's like to drive. And it's not all roses…
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[@thiagolima5232]

THE BEST SUV IN CATEGORI

[@kurorintala]

Saw one in person for the first time this week. I didn't immediately recognize it as a Tiguan, it seemed smaller and more anonymous. The previous one was distinctively a Tiguan.

[@menifo4334]

I didn't think the previous version could look any more dull and boring... but clearly it actually can!

[@rosslewis505]

Great Review

[@jimbrown5552]

Watching from Ireland

[@jimbrown5552]

I have just ordered one

[@DILLYBOB100]

I have a 2016 mk1 facelift and its just hit 186k miles and still on its original clutch, I love it and would have another one if I could afford it. 😂

[@peterwatson9047]

Just re-watched your last 'pasata' 😊 video - is the 1.5tsi in this Tiguan lacking the mild hybrid stuff?

[@jimbrown5552]

We have had one for the last two years

[@kokudunyas3953]

Hi, Is there a software problem? such as not working when you start and giving an assistant error

[@interceptor-ss8kb]

My neighbour just got one, her new motability car, that's kinda all I see the Tiguan as its built for that type of market.

[@Ambienfinity]

Great review. Like all VWs it's a smart and understated thing. I don't think I'd pay quite that much for one, but it will probably be a decent companion. Like you, the minor issues (fogging of light bar, rear camera) smack of poor quality control, something that seems endemic to recent models.

[@aficio698]

As a Mk2 R line owner I will not be changing to the new Tiguan. It is over priced and so boringly bland. The styling is generic looking like many other vehicles. And I’m certainly not paying £500 car tax with a value of £40k plus.

[@user-gu4fk4tm5n]

Is this the base model?

[@gert-jantencate8472]

1:08 we have this model. That model is a beautiful car. The new one is ugly.

[@JakeThePeg83]

Well that’s good timing. Just been offered one for a company car. Maybe not….

[@jeremyskelchy5402]

"living under a rock like Jesus at Easter" ... I should not find that funny .. but I bursed out laughing😂

[@ST-ur7oh]

Random comment but what’s your boots ? They look nice

[@DanForde]

They look like Red Wings to me...

[@alechopkins6545]

I've always thought the Tiguan was a neat/nice looking SUV, but this new one unfortunately doesn't do anything for me in the looks department.

[@DontPanicDear]

Always listen to the automotive proctologist!

[@lflyr6287]

Tim Rodie Drives Stuff : HAHAHAHA the new 2024 VW Tiguan is a PLAGIAT of Suzuki S-cross released back in 2022. Just look at them both from the rear.

[@paulwardzynski3265]

Good family car or for older folks who drive with their hats on all the time and slide the back seats forward to fit in bags of compost purchased from the garden centre on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

[@menifo4334]

8 out of 10??? I would expect something like a 6 since there's absolutely nothing that it does that it would stand out for. That's the impression you gave us.

[@tpaul2866]

Did you hit the footpath post?

[@robertmacintyre8065]

Used to have the old Tiguan which I liked. Appears that they've ruined it.

[@spr1334]

Nope. 41 grand for a 1.5...times have changed

[@markdean3217]

Previous model looks soooo much better, this is just another boring jelly mould of a car 👎🏻

[@deltzy]

Looks horrendous in anything apart from R-Line trim.

[@podge5555]

Yes it’s like a completely different car with the R-line trim

[@gefthetalkingmongoose]

Wow that is a boring-looking car. Last one looked better.

[@ianelliott229]

Seat Ateca is better to drive and better value.

[@berniesutton7277]

Another pointless hybrid drive train. Diesel for me

[@ag8912]

Not pointless at all.

[@TerbrugZondolop]

Still? Was this EVER king? Please enough with the sensationalism, the car looks absolutely hideous. In R line trim diesel will set you back 70k. Good luck.

[@stefanconstantinescu1576]

Not the best anymore We have a new king in town : Model Y And the chinese are just starting to come to Europe VW is living in the past. They sell the image, that's all.... I've seen this in Nokia, Kodaq etc etc

[@ST-ur7oh]

Looks awful

[@Akas1001]

Over priced rubbish , Vw are not the same anymore they are totally losing it. Bring on China's top car models here,please!!! Vw I.d range was a total disaster. Never again.

[@marley2319]

It’s not as good as I thought it would be. Very disappointing and I don’t think I’d pay the money they’ll be looking for for the plugin 😕