All-New 2025 VW Tiguan 1st look // Inside is almost luxury!

[@Hercegovac.1]

Center arm rest it’s adjustable as well ,worth it to mention 😅

[@JimAllder11]

Thanks for all the work you both put into these videos at the L.A. Auto Show. I know it's not always easy, and just want you to know your efforts are appreciated. 👍

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@phillm156]

Great video. The single best feature I've heard about the Tiguan was it's 170 lbs lighter!! In a car world of ever increasing bloat. This was refreshing.

[@krane15]

On the other hand, have you heard of the EV?

[@phillm156]

@ which one? The 2ton, 3ton, or 5ton?

[@ronkemperful]

My 1st car was a 56 VW Bug that my dad bought new in Germany, so I’ve always had a nostalgia for VWs. But honestly, VW-Audi cars have long since been known for a less than stellar reputation for reliability and quality; falling into the same company of Chrysler-Fiat, Land Rover and Volvo. However, I always appreciate your enthusiasm and reviews and look forward to all your quality work.

[@billurban1581]

My 1965 544 made me a Volvo aficionado as well. That was a great car. I still don’t know how they made that front engine rear wheel drive car goes so well in the snow, guess it has something to do with Sweden.

[@coletteNY]

I love it and am considering it as my Audi Q5 lease comes up. At this point, my only complaint would be the wheels that look to be taken directly from the Subaru Crosstrek

[@davidjym]

that's saying something about the Crosstrek if VW is getting it's 'inspiration' from.

[@sugarhog1938]

The q5 is an 85k luxury suv, trading it for a 50k suv no way, even if you want something cheaper and more affordable, go for the glc and x3 that’s 54k

[@coletteNY]

@@sugarhog1938 I have leased 4 BMWs and not a fan of the 2025 X3 or interested in Mercedes. Happy to give the new VW Tiguan a go and happily save some $$$ as well.

[@sugarhog1938]

@ The vw is 52k, X3 and glc is 54k, is saving 2k really worth it?

[@Ulvaeus]

Great interior in this top trim. The contrasting colours help. This interior would look great with the new green exterior colour mentioned.

[@kgamaseg]

FINALLY no more fake exhausts on the back! Beautiful interior.

[@chozen_juan]

but then they gave you piano black above the wheels causing it to look like it has huge wheel gap.

[@Moondoggy1941]

Having all the car reviews come to Los Angles is one way to make it seem like lots of people are going to the show. I will be sitting this one out for the first time in 30 years, thanks for the great video. I hope you guys enjoy your stay.

[@paean109]

That interior looks really nice. I like the colour with the whitish piping/stitching. (I am not a fan of black interiors.). The exterior is nice as well.

[@aimerizzuto]

This looks amazing!

[@Syrinx-Priest]

Love everything about this. Now if they would just give us the PHEV powertrain, it would be my next car.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

The current PHEV Tiguan is front-wheel drive only. If you can live with just FWD, great, but I think VW should make a 4Motion eHybrid Tiguan. As the Multivan in Europe now has an eHybrid 4Motion option, this makes me hope they'll include that in the Tiguan.

[@billurban1581]

@@DaveDVideoMakerAWD is a breeze with the motor in the rear axle.

[@sergiod.mendoza1180]

Love it. Even over the The mitsubishi outlander phev sel has memory seats for both front passengers along with optional massage i still love this new Tiguan over it ❤

[@chrisg3780]

Love the new styling. Was a fan of the pre 2017 Tiguan particularly the power, handling and interior quality. Hope it drives and handles as well as it looks.

[@cstavrou58]

Great job, VW. I just bought a new 2024 that I love, and I can't wait until I upgrade to this one

[@Hootization]

Absolutely worst decision to remove the recline and sliding for the back bench. There have been so many situations where more trunk space was required or more legroom was appreciated with our 2018. Suspect it's a cost cutting measure with the third row removal making it redundant as a bandage excuse. Overall usability lost with the new update

[@ryanperry5709]

Looks amazing!! Volkswagen really brought their A game!!

[@jasonkelsey3441]

I just bought the 2024 R line and I like it more. Fender Audio, more Euro looking, like the rims more and think the front grill looks better. Oh, and traditional shifter and not the one on the column where the wipers should be ;)

[@judih.8754]

Much better looking than current model.

[@davidjym]

It's basically the same but more rounded.

[@AlexTurbo]

Because it’s not a Tiguan. It’s a rebadged Tayron from China. The Tiguan is dead.

[@davidjym]

@@AlexTurbo the world would be much less complicated if companies would have the same model names everywhere !!!

[@rerrpjx]

@@davidjym This ‘Tiguan’ is not the same Tiguan they get in Europe, this is a chinese model with a different name. The chinese one is called Tayron, and this one basically has the name change on that model, and is sold as ‘Tiguan’…

[@davidjym]

@@rerrpjx what the heck is happening ?

[@LarryC748]

I'm a Tiguan user for the past 14 years (all 3-gen). I like everything I see here except: 1) wheelbase may be too long to make turns, 2) no volume button

[@johnverlautz6025]

I often feel that Andrea is spot on. But I cannot agree about the passenger memory seat. I feel this is just another example of excess. Power seats are nice for the passenger. But I feel memory is just over the top excessive complexity. Anyway, it's a pretty car, and a very good review. Thanks to Zack and Andrea for the consistent high quality content!

[@citibear57]

The new Tiguan's interior is stunning (for a VW). Unfortunately, VW didn't get the memo about piano black plastic. At least it is used sparingly but in an area that will be scratched-and-fingerprinted a lot.

[@russellvoth5161]

Might have to consider moving up from my Red 2020 highline , I'ii wait out the year .

[@bzhu5269]

love the styling. Is this going to be made in Mexico? Loved Mexico-made VW. I previously owned Jetta and Tiguan in Canada and they have been reliable and served us well.

[@kentostrowercha3646]

Order one of the last 2024 high line kings red glad I didn’t wait for the 2025 not a fan of the big screen on the dashboard and the big black front end prefer the shifter in the centre than 3 on the tree lol

[@wetzel82]

It took me 2 rewinds when you mentioned the wood paneling on the dash to actually see it. It looked as if the very close in color leather material was just reflecting off a giant piano black screen. Other than that with any other interior color like black i’m sure the wood pops.

[@keithkiser7011]

Can't wait!

[@pabiker7505]

I like the looks & features. Went from 2022 Audi to a 2024 Atlas Cross Sport top trim & love it! Daughter is looking at Tiguan and wondering if tow hitch is available for bike rack?

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

the stitching across dash, center console, seat fit and finish remind me of the quality found in Premium Plus Mazda CX50...question is, what will the reliability be?

[@gosman949]

only the early buyer Guinea Pig will know!

[@davidgoldin2577]

​@@gosman949 that's the problem, I need a car in six months and can't wait out that period.

[@annesmith2018]

Looks good! As a dog owner interested how well seats fold down, & of course price.

[@FeighneyR]

I wouldn't trade in my 2024 Tiguan R-line for a 2025.

[@davidjym]

please don't trade in your one year old vehicle

[@dang4866]

Fog lights are built into the Headlight assembly.

[@krane15]

Aka, all weather lights (AWL)

[@matthewoesch2364]

I see a little Porsche Macan in this as well 🤩

[@starwalker6930]

Why the hell cant they put buttons ?? F#$%, do they realize how hard it is to operate touch with gloves on in -25 deg ? The screen wont even come on at that cold temperature.

[@evdanielsson7]

wow, I am thoroughly impressed. the current Tiguan is blandly styled, inside and out. the interior feels pretty cheap too. this is a very welcome improvement!! definitely curious about the pricing to see where it falls against the competition. also, 3-person memory isn’t very common in this class to begin with (in fact I don’t know a compact crossover that offers 3-person) and then to also offer it on the passenger seat is awesome! a lot of luxury cars don’t even offer passenger seat memory.

[@rromancunard]

Oh perfect a screen in the front side passenger similar to the Jeel Grand Wagoneer 🩷💎🏆🥇 Thanks for share 🙏 🙏🫂🫂💐

[@jasonlee4655]

looks really great. i always liked how Tiguan looks. VW reliability reputation always kinda pushed me away, but i will give it a try for a test drive when one of my leases is over. I think this is the best looking compact suv inside and out.

[@lisa.ann.k.26]

WOW, summer! Long wait!

[@andriyyakubyk6315]

Any hybrid version??? to be competitive with Kia, Honda and Toyota????

[@krane15]

VW is the second largest carmaker in the world. So yes, they have two hybrids.

[@gmarks1559]

Is this a better choice over the new toas?

[@davidjym]

more money should mean more features

[@krane15]

You mean the Taos? Its a sub-compact. The Tiguan is considered a compact.

[@gregholloway2656]

Thanks for the look at the Tiguan. What’s the wiring harness at the spare tire for? Tire pressure monitor?

[@RPicard1963]

Subwoofer

[@andrs0101]

Are the side pockets on the doors hard plastic? My current tiguan has carpet and objects doesn’t sound while driving

[@brado2273]

It’s beautiful!

[@lawrencemerrick3063]

Stay warm. We getting slammed with a winter storm in Alberta Good job guys ❤🎉🎉

[@andreaspencer9813]

Poor you!! Stay safe.

[@gosman949]

75 degrees here in north Texas today.

[@davidjym]

@@gosman949 See you in July when it gets to 120 degrees

[@gosman949]

@@davidjym not in north Texas. Our friends in Arizona get that. I do hate the heat here though.

[@davidjym]

@@gosman949 glad to know 😏

[@chipsen3359]

Volkswagen ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@LetMeCook86]

I hope a hunch of people walked thru your shots at the LA auto show! 😂 we know how much he hates it.

[@NZsarge1]

The contrasting colours on the inside are tasteful and certainly give it a lift into semi-premium feeling, nice interior. I think the exterior is good but not great, I like the sharp lines and definition of the previous design and I think it’s still aging very well. I’m still at a loss as to why you guys don’t get the GTi engines version in North America or the R version either..

[@Bitcoin_Gold]

Cool your in my City of LA California... I am thinking going also LA Auto Show

[@AudaciousLex]

YASSSSSS. Thanks for doing this review!!!!

[@sennis1361]

Great video as always. Awesome looking Tiguan, but the wheels look too small or is it the wheel design They screwed up on that feature

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Beautiful design but too bad no hybrid. Great show Andrea! ☕️☕️

[@andreaspencer9813]

Volkswagen says, they are working on something, not sure if it will be a hybrid or a PHEV.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@andreaspencer9813 There is a PHEV in Europe. But I think they should add a 4Motion version of it.

[@mjg1544]

The PHEV is coming to the US after the ICE version releases.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@mjg1544 It hasn’t been confirmed yet.

[@mjg1544]

@@DaveDVideoMaker I read somewhere that the PHEV releases in the US in the summer of 2025. Road & Track or one of those online review magazines. Hopefully it’s not just a rumor since it claims it gets 62 miles in electric only mode.

[@rerrpjx]

Will be debating between this and the Toyota Signia…will wait for the pricing and see it in person.

[@krane15]

The Toyota Crown Signia is not a competitor to the Tiguan. Its more of a crossover than an SUV, and technically in a class above, although similarly priced when fully optioned.

[@timcreelman3540]

A column shifter? What's old is new again. I remember my first car as a teenager - a 1960s Chevy with "three in the tree".

[@rafikshahnazarian7632]

It looks like a two year old designed the wheels while playing on the bouncy castle

[@rayforster7621]

Still a solid parcel shelf. Why not a retractable one? If you want to carry a dog in the rear, then there is nowhere to put the solid shelf if you have rear passengers.

[@krane15]

A big oversight with many carmakers.

[@techpappee]

Tuscan and Spotage both offer memory seating as does Rav 4. Those are the ones I checked, it looks like it's common in compacts not a one off by VW. Good looking redesign regardless.

[@alanhall7213]

On the passenger seat too?... or only the driver's.

[@sebastianheine378]

Andrea is saying she has never seen memory seats on the *passenger* side before in the compact SUV class

[@arunatwal4121]

Price please

[@davidalenick1246]

Liked our 2022 Tiguan SEL Premium R-Line a lot. It had the most comfortable back seat with lounge-like room. I like a lot of what they did with the new one except did I hear you right that the rear seat no longer reclines??? 🤯 Why not???

[@roventenedero1988]

you did not mention, does it have the 360 camera? does it has wireless android?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto are standard and there is an available 360 camera.

[@AlexTurbo]

Yes, but I believe 360 cam is only on SEL trim like previous MYs.

[@jasondickens9003]

The new Tiguan definitely is a hit on the looks; however, some great detail of the past Tiguans is missing. The felt lined door pockets of the German counterparts is missing and the recline rear seats with track moving feature is gone. These kind of features made the Tiguan a standout from the competition and will be sorely missed. In addition I would hope that VW has plans for true R model with more performance and driving engagement. A true R model would also give VW a standout option against the competition in this class and an alternative for consumers that want a premium compact SUV without going to an Audi, BMW, Mercedes or the likes there of. Overall it’s solid start particularly if it has the solid driving dynamics of its German counterparts.

[@sefyue]

Do you guys think the phev model will come to canada ?

[@krane15]

Its the same platform as the European version its just stretched. The fog/AWL and integrated within the driving light bezel.

[@DPC-o1k]

Looks nice. Wish it came in phev hybrid.

[@paulr8771]

Thanks for this review and all the great info you both share all the time! Any word on when orders can be placed or when we’ll learn more about other trims? I’m on the fence about a 2024 or waiting and that info would help me decide.

[@alirmortazzavi]

I admit how one feels about column shifter is based on his/her personal preference, for many, including me, it is a strong deal breaker. Column shifters were prevalent on 1970s cars, I wonder if hand cranks will make a come back!

[@krane15]

That's because you don't know anything different. There were on the column before the transmission rise. They moved them to the floor on cheap cars. Very cheap cars.

[@alirmortazzavi]

Thank you for your feedback, I admit it is a personal preference. For me, column shifter is a deal breaker. I am glad that there are options on the market to meet everyone's needs and preferences.

[@stevehunter7402]

Having every colour of rainbow lighting up the inside of your car is great if you’re a 12 year old girl, but I just checked my daughter’s piggy bank and she doesn’t have 50 grand.

[@Honoritthanx]

You can leave it turned off all the time.

[@saltyt.1886]

I hope I can get 18” wheels on the SEL. I don’t think any vehicle needs 20’s. That’s just a puncture waiting to happen on all the potholes!!

[@krane15]

Don't drive over potholes.

[@saltyt.1886]

Yeah right! I don’t know what state or country you live in @krane15, but the majority of the United States has crumbling infrastructure everywhere. Driving over a pothole is inevitable. With a huge wheel and rubber band of a tire (small sidewall) you either blowout the tire’s sidewall or break the wheel, or both!

[@shellyweber3387]

Does it only come with the brown interior?

[@keithphilando]

If the VW Logo wasn't there in the center of the light bar, this would have been a variation of a Hyundai Kona.

[@antesco3224]

Love the wheels a lot. However, while VW added a ton of features, they took out the reclining rear seats which I always knew my passengers enjoyed and so did I when I would occasionally sit in the back. Bummer. All the new tid bits I don't really care for, but Do like the a nice stereo, quiet, upscale, roomy interior and new power.

[@rickfetz469]

Like the look. But how is it mechanically? Is it a 100k + mile car?

[@blairbelch9807]

Volkswagen did a great job with the looks and luxury features, but I'll bet that it's over 50K for the top trim and then it won't be as impressive!

[@davidjym]

VW has always been overpriced.

[@blairbelch9807]

@@davidjym and unreliable after a few years.

[@krane15]

@@davidjym Overpriced compared to what?

[@krane15]

Current Toyota RAV4 Prime $50K. Feel better now?

[@davidjym]

@@krane15 german

[@ymlccc]

If vw prices the new tiguan right, then it will sell like a hot cake.

[@denault3985]

I love the new "Audi Like" VW Tiguan...now if they can hybrid it? I'm sure it's going to sell well, in our neighborhood it's Tesla, Toyota and Volkswagen.

[@rufdymond]

I wouldn’t hold your breath - this car is called the Tayron in Europe. Although there are 2 PHEV versions there is no full hybrid……

[@mathislaplante5271]

Did you guys check out the 2025 Taos?

[@andreaspencer9813]

We saw it there, it looks good, we'll be driving it the second week of December in Texas. Stay tuned!

[@Motormouth...]

We are driving it in a couple of weeks.

[@mathislaplante5271]

@ Can’t wait!

[@Raptor-bt6zp]

How much more probably will cost in the low 40 s

[@jenny80myles]

Can't wait for your driving video, but so far so good. Love the wood trims. :)

[@paulh6096]

Really nice interior and the exterior design is nice except for the shiny black plastic. Can you imagine what that will look like in a few months? Scratches all over with road debris stuck in all the crevices will make it look awful.

[@mattc1974]

My 2019 has a volume knob. I'm not aware that it was removed in the following years.

[@stanmisiak5634]

Have they fixed the issue with the Id4 that caused a stop sale order from VW

[@stephenphillips1660]

Great looking car but the wheels ruin it.

[@andyk6796]

Wheels are so ugly. Big miss there.

[@davidjym]

you can swap out the rims to your deepest desires ...

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

@@davidjymAt a steep cost.

[@davidjym]

@@JackSmith-qi7dr what's a few thousand dollars if you're going to buy a new car ???

[@richmondhomestagingandrede5197]

Agreed following Kia and Hyundai not a good thing

[@ibrahimmelzi-d3c]

great vehicle but no hybrid version of it

[@danielmiedema5836]

Gear shifter on the column (like Mercedes) that nobody wants or asks for

[@krane15]

On the contrary, people did ask for it and it makes sense with all the useful space it creates. You put it in drive and go. There are no gears to shift, so no need for big shifter taking up usable storage space.

[@jayfay1104]

Great looking vehicle but the rims are awful

[@andyk6796]

I agree! Look like 20" hubcaps.

[@BigLJR]

All black rims is a must

[@davidjym]

just change out the rims if you really hate them that much

[@farawayskies]

All black wheels will be on order day one

[@Em_Dee_Aitch]

They aren’t “rims”. They are WHEELS. And yes, they’re absolutely hideous.

[@johnfranktullo3463]

Is it me but the black out trim on the wheel well make it look like it’s a huge black hole around the tires ?

[@matthewoesch2364]

I see it too

[@danhoussar7325]

Nice features 2025 Murano has a lot of the Tiguan features. Interesting. Good review guys!

[@Splendid_Lad]

I like the way this VW looks inside and out.

[@EM.1.]

I don't like that OEMs don't feature driver & passenger grab handles mounted on the ceiling.

[@markc7274]

Another great initial review.

[@christianyanez2449]

Everything was going good until the shifter. I hate those shifters in the steering wheel.

[@stuntmonkey00]

Not a fan of that big wide black bumper inlet. It's been a styling trend since the Porsche 992, and on the GTI to a certain extent, but I think it looks slab-sided. Plus it's not really an inlet, the actual cooling ducts never need to be that big, so you see a lot of black plastic and then tiny ducts behind it... it's the front fascia version of fake exhaust tips.

[@En-Route1]

Great Review - impressive looking exterior and interior. Do not like the screen slider HVAC controls on the screen as when you’re driving it’s easier to keep your eyes on the road with knobs and buttons. This definitely raises the bar in this segment.

[@DavidBell-qq1sd]

The effing ipad sticks up to high. Epic fail. I want to rip that thing off.

[@virmodi3448]

VW ID.4 also has passenger memory and massage seats..!

[@dc66588]

Still not enough power. I’d go with the Mazda CX 50 GT turbo.

[@shreyasghanta]

Mazda really pushed the whole segment up.

[@winnethepooh7986]

Why no fog lights? Fog lights make SUV look better.

[@davidjym]

doesn't make a foggy difference besides looking cool

[@winnethepooh7986]

@@davidjym Yes, with real yellow fog lights, it looks aesthetically pleaseing.

[@davidjym]

@@winnethepooh7986 sure thing 😂

[@iaminyouout1813]

Needs more power!!

[@keska01]

it'll be like $50k out the door... that's premium money to me :P

[@davidjym]

That's the new normal for cars these days.

[@cezarymazur7719]

Seems the human population now is high class according to car manufacturers.

[@Alex-u9i1w]

I do not like the shifter and also the armrest is not wide enough for that size car which makes it very umcomfortable