VW Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Review 2020 - The coolest daddy wagon on the market?

In this video i'm test driving the new VW Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line. The VW Tiguan has been face-lifted in 2020 and pitched as a cool car for parents and so I test the £40k Tiguan to see if it lives up to the hype.
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[@budadezadas1079]

Why does no one mention that this car is the best looking of his segment? R-line looks freaking awesome.

[@hiiiofficial8306]

The 2022 is even better

[@marley2319]

The 2022 boot is absolutely ridiculous, fold the seats down and you have a step a small puppy couldn’t climb up!! Can’t understand why vw did this??? And why change the steering wheel buttons, press button was much better! The car itself looks just the same apart from the front that looks more aggressive on the r-line, other than that the car looks just the same.. the more up to date tech is the only reason to buy one.. then get the boot kit so you can have a level boot floor..

[@davidbell9563]

Can't be driving same car as me. It's a great car! Yes, for 40k you could get an Audi Q5 but only bottom of range one...

[@RaVeR076]

is that the select car leasing man, david bell.

[@ByronBohte]

Q5 is now even more expensive relatively speaking.

[@vdub8567]

I drove the R line 150 bhp tiguan ,and have to say ,didn't find it sluggish, really nice car to drive !

[@manpreetgulatimg]

I own one but mine’s an AWD. Drives bloody beautiful😍

[@slowedonly]

How’s it holding up bud?

[@adamshearing1782]

I suggest you don't make anymore of these videos!

[@aaronletchford]

I like it mate straight to the point I'm looking at getting one and now I need to have a look about now iv seen your video, thanks for the video 👍🏻

[@letsreviewit8925]

Hi Aaron its a great car honestly but I guess they always need to consider where they'll fit between the Audi, Skoda and Seat range. If you can get a deal on one, you'll not be disappointed - just go for the 190PS version :)

[@supermecho3]

Wonder what car you chose !

[@joey3184]

Had a BMW, Audi and now a VW tiguan and I am planning to getting the 2021 Tiguan again, not going back to Audi and defo not going back to the X3

[@pabs211]

Moving from a Mercedes sport to the entry level Tiguan (130 petrol) with a few upgrades as I become a Dad🤣. The car is much more practical, good boot space and leg room in the back but real pain controlling the radio channels, volume and mobile controls. It’s very unsafe reaching over. For a car at £26500 it’s sub standard in that regard. Tip for drivers of Tiguan - drivers arm rest on left can be clicked up. For long journeys this is essential.

[@luketorpedo]

I did get to drive a 2019 VW Golf TSI hire car a few weeks back, agreed on the adaptive cruise control being awesome, the Golf had the same feature and was very good on motorways. Can get a little bit weird on any town road though as it can get confused and try to suddenly stop the car and blare alarms at you when going past filter lanes. Tailgate assist is spot on, set it to minimum and see how long you can cope with it's separation distance!

[@grahamcole4240]

I love the adaptive cruise on mine, my last car had normal cruise but it was nowhere near as good.

[@samsue1224]

Driven a few of these now, But the 162tsi, it halls ass! And handles very well for an SUV Considering it’s almost half the price of a Q5 you can’t compare them

[@stevedarcy9542]

Great video my friend. After watching your review I’m hoping I’ve made the right choice, picking my 2017 Tiguan tsi 180 r-line on Saturday after a very successful test drive, plenty of get up and go, loads of tech. Have I made a terrible mistake, time will tell. Thanks for sharing.

[@letsreviewit8925]

Hi Steve not at all it’s a great car, once you over come the price issue with a good deal the Tiguan makes sense. As I say it’s lovely to drive just personal preference on things like engine output

[@andymason6015]

If you can't plug your phone into the usb when stationary you've got a problem. If you're trying to do it when driving you shouldn't be making these videos.

[@Onkarr]

Saw one today and got to say it is lovely but great review on its functionality rather just form 🖖

[@grahamcole4240]

I just bought a 10 month old Tiguan SEL with the 190 bhp diesel engine and the auto box and leather with just 345 miles on the clock from a VW dealer. The saving against the R line was incredible and it has most of the kit inside as well. I agree the R line looks fabulous in white with the body kit but not worth the extra £7000+ it would have cost me.

[@wigangamer9198]

I have the 150 bhp 2.0 diesel fwd and on average I get 50mpg on motorway. Some days when the motorway arequiet and with ACC, getting just over 60mpg. I find this is better value than the Q5 as I also looked at that. The Tiguan R line get the panoramic sunroof as standard, which is around £1700 on the Q5. The Tiguan also has the same DSG gearbox and engine. For just under 40k, you can get a well spec’d Tiguan R line, save on insurance as it isn’t an Audi, and the additional car tax of around £320 with it falling under 40k. Yes Audi have nicer interior, but not that nice to justify the extra costs

[@letsreviewit8925]

We genuinely tried to achieve over 50mpg avg using the eco mode and if driven tentatively with limited traffic its possible. But on a daily commute it averaged 45-47 mpg every time. Understand the insurance argument, but this is quite specific to the buyer so we tend not to talk about it.

[@Lumixster]

Fantastic review

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@Rajjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj]

final words summed it all! bought a karoq sportline instead.

[@birtost3668]

The best 👌🏻

[@leedorey1490]

The phone and all other features can be accessed from the stwering wheel. I own one. Excellent all rounder and more boot space than the equivalent Q3, Skoda and Seat stable mates.

[@letsreviewit8925]

Hi Lee thanks for watching, the phone can be accessed via the steering wheel but there arent any dedicate phone controls on the steering wheel.

[@leedorey1490]

@@letsreviewit8925 correct all sub menus can be scrolled via the RHS buttons. I agree the heated mirrors control is annoying and yet the phone functions I find intuitive. I also have the model you tested here in 4 motion guise with the DSG. When I first got the car it did catch me out with gearing approaching a semi stop at roundabouts it hesitated and in my mind was borderline dangerous as you couldn't accelerate quickly on to a roundabout from near standstill. I have adapted my driving style accordingly. Sport mode is a token gesture and only holds the revs longer in reach gear. If you want to make progress the manual change option using the selector or paddles is best. To be fair I have a lotus Exige in the garage for fun. But as an everyday all rounder in all weathers I've found the 4 motion system a boon. Obviously the same system employed in transverse Audi Quattro cars so traction is good in all weather's. I'm 46 and my kids are all grown up now so have my garage toy to feed the mid life crisis. You are correct with regards pricing but for the same to spec an Audi etc to similar levels your looking at the used market. Ironically when looking at SUVs I found the Seat equivalent more fun to drive.

[@leedorey1490]

Also the Q3 is the comparison MQB platform car not the Q5. I test drove the Q3 and it wasn't as comfortable and more stiffly sprung with a tendancy to fidget about on poor surfaces. Better interior quality by miles though.

[@RossPerryProductions]

Well done Ben, another great review, your editing is awesome!!

[@English-Sparta]

Great honest review. The negatives are so on point! 😄. It is still a good looking car though. Big positive.

[@stevecamm2339]

I tested a new Q5 but went for a ex management high spec Tiguan, I was disappointed with the build quality (mostly materials used ), the level of trim and pushy sales people at Audi. I went for the more under stated Tiguan 190bhp RLine and have been more than happy with the decision - thanks for the review

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thanks for watching Steve sound advice! The trim level of the Tiguan is very good, just questionable price when new. Good luck to you sir 🙂

[@GlennMartin]

any thoughts on the power? I'm thinking about getting it but wondering if it's underpowered since it has the gold engine but on a much bigger car.

[@aficio698]

Mr Positive!

[@johndavies6769]

You missed the best feature. The front passenger seat folds forward flat allowing you to put an 2400mm or 8 foot length of wood inside the car with the hatch closed. I was going change my old Tiguan for an Audi Q5 but the front passenger seat doesn’t recline very far so I got another Tiguan and the R line is not that far behind the Audi just more practical. Those seat back tables are great for the kids at McDonalda

[@therefreshed5887]

I'm in two minds as to the t-roc r-line or the Tiguan r-line. You've tested both, for a family of three what do you recommend

[@letsreviewit8925]

The T-Roc is a lovely car and quite a bit cheaper than the Tiguan but if you have young children with a car seat the Tiguan is a lot easier with bigger doors and a bigger boot. If you can stretch to it I’d personally say the Tiguan. But you wouldn’t be disappointed if you went for a the T-Roc

[@therefreshed5887]

@@letsreviewit8925 thanks mate

[@JoskoSpearfishing]

Tiguan 5 seater is perfect family suv. I have 2 kids.

[@speedwell0560]

The T-Roc has the cheapest, hard plastic interior. It was the T-Roc R I tested, fast as fxxk and handled superbly but didn’t feel special at all due to the poor interior, not a nice place to be at all 😕

[@therefreshed5887]

@@speedwell0560 thanks

[@davidhinchliffe1835]

Rather harsh on performance, I have the 150bhp 4wd, DSG R-line Tech. In Sport mode it accelerates well, but it is hesitant in Normal mode, and I get 50mpg on the motorway. But I don't hammer it, and I stick to the speed limits, which isn't too common ! On the other hand, I thought you were kind in describing it as comfortable. It has a firm ride and hard seat cushions. I agree it is pricy at list, but it stacks up well on lease. Have had Audis in the past, and the Tiguan measures up well against them.

[@letsreviewit8925]

In my opinion the 150bhp FRONT wheel drive combination isn’t sufficient for the car it labours a lot and uphill reversing requires a lot of throttle. The 190PS is the better option again in my opinion. I found that the car rides well and corners flat, which I liked. I can’t really only comment on the prices I’m given but since the review I have seen some great finance deals on them.

[@johnob1824]

You review this like you don't already like it, we just swapped from a gla to this and so far love it, boot opening , knock your self out and folding seats, can't reach to push them down, goto the side door and put them down. Rubbish reviews.

[@sashayushchak6407]

You should test 220hp, it really rocks ))

[@letsreviewit8925]

Sasha Yushchak hey thanks for watching it’s a nice car but the model we tested just lacked a little punch I’d like to try the more powerful model with four wheel drive don’t forget to subscribe

[@para7843]

I bought a Tiguan in march 2020 r line tech. I do agree with you on a few points. The window screen washer takes 10 years to wake up but the back window washer is fast weird. Mind is a auto an I average around 47 to 57 depending on the weather I think. Sunny the other day it did ,37 mpg shocking. 1st 2nd gear the car feels under powered I must admit but it's not a sports car it's a cruising car. Mine is the 2.0ltr d 150bhp. It doesn't rattle which is great and it's pretty good around corners. It sits just under 2000 revs at 75 mph which is normal for a 150 bhp diesel

[@letsreviewit8925]

That’s a good summary of the points we picked up on. The car we tested was very low mileage which could account for MPG it’s a good car overall just a few little details let it down slightly

[@para7843]

@@letsreviewit8925 aye for 40k they could of done a bit more like electrically operated front seats redesigning where you put your smart phone. I see the new seat Leon has a better entertainment system then mine. And that's half the price. To me vw are just following BMW now by charging for everything but charging big prices for the bigger cars.

[@letsreviewit8925]

We’re testing the new Leon soon actually will be good to see the similarities

[@para7843]

@@letsreviewit8925 bring that point up about the entertainment system and why VW didn't put it in the new Tiguan SEL and R Line Tech

[@octhn]

How much did you paid for it OTD?? R line se

[@krause2522]

I currently have the '22 Dark Grey R line Black. It's very cool looking and all, but I honestly miss my little Silver 2013 Tiguan SE, I think it handled better in canyons and I miss the 200 hp.

[@thatojohannes1358]

I love this guy's content... he's just calm and not fancy . ❤

[@iMitsubishiZA]

A really great review. I think you should do more like this, consider doing the Q5 and maybe one or two other competitors

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thanks for watching, we have a few more to do but lockdown has really hampered progress.

[@RavingMadJock]

Tried to order new R-Line Tech this week 22/6/20, too find out VW have stopped new orders (for production) from 17th June 2020, Its Stock Only - until 2020 facelift model is released ~ and typically V-W/ankers have not given a date yet & I'm fruitlessly searching for VAG Dealer with an (unregistered) Stock Only in (pearl white) Oryx, if no luck within next 3months or I'll maybe just order an All Space or even a BMW X1 (190Ps XDrive) X-Line, it has leather seats as standard ~ but big bucks for everything else on BMW's options lists. TBH if R-Line didn't have Tech Pack ~ they wouldn't be worth the money at prices VW is charging for all new models !

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thats a shame, I hadn't heard that! What about an ex demo or something? Probably some good deals out there right now?

[@scottmccabe8675]

Mate literally just bought this model on Tuesday 25th

[@stevel6943]

Miserable review

[@bebanieves8591]

My next one; I owned 8 VWs so far currently 17 Jetta, this one is next!

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thanks for watching good luck with the purchase 😊

[@rayenbow3281]

I've owned VW's for 20 years. I own one of these, the same as this except white. My advice, DON'T. They have cut corners everywhere. I'll be looking at buying a different brand in the future. On the surface it's probably the most beautiful looking SUV available but that's where it ends. It's only when you've owned it for a while that you think to yourself , I paid this much money for this? The interior has cheap nasty plastic everywhere. This is a good review and probably the reviewer will agree if he's honest.

[@shawngall7846]

@@rayenbow3281 Good comment, but what to buy in Europe? All VW products are cutting corners. Audi front biased AWD is shit and prone to massive understeer. Audi quality is now terrible. BMW, no android auto, expensive. Mercedes, expensive. Honda, ugly, small engine. Kia, small engines.

[@stephenhill2404]

I have a diamond white Tiguan 2021 1.5 litre with all the options. It's a beautiful car inside and out, although slightly underpowered for my taste. However, it's more than enough for me, the wife and our two small dogs. VW's are cars that you might not like much at first but they grow on you the more you drive them. Still remember my Golf GTI mark 2 which I had new in the 1980's. Wouldn't trade my Tiguan for anything. And they last you for years and years if you respect the service intervals and get the services done at main dealers where the prices are fairly reasonable. Resale value is also strong compared to other manufacturers. I don't understand what this guy is complaining about. Why doesn't he just fork out the extra extra extra money and buy an Audi Q7 or something?

[@jayjay378378]

Got a 35k r line dsg offer from car wow of 29k

[@letsreviewit8925]

That’s a good price was it a stock car?

[@jayjay378378]

@@letsreviewit8925 yeah

[@HDCarCare]

Just bought a 2016 Tiguan R Line, it was between the Tiguan and SQ5 and must say the Tiguan was £5k cheaper and has better styling, pan roof overall very pleased so far!

[@amberf2306]

I used to be a service adviser for VW and I must say the Tiguans weren't my favourite. I couldn't really get away with telling my customers to switch to Audi though, lol.

[@AndrewSmith-gu3yf]

What a bellend...lol

[@777Ruffdriver]

You could’ve dressed up for the review , I thought you was driving to the Council tip.

[@letsreviewit8925]

Thanks for the tip, I’ll make sure I wear my Sunday best next time. 😉

[@777Ruffdriver]

Lets Review To be fair your review was very good but I’ve got lost in the presentation side.

[@Dean-LongSol]

You do look 29 ... ish! So you sound a tad like a badge junkie .. have you actually compared the Audi in comparison? I have. The Q5 is a beefed up Golf really .... ok maybe a tad bigger. The Tiguans interior is far more superior with the virtual dash, heating steering wheel and all the tech you covered in the demo. The Kodiaq doesnt come with rear side airbags as standard ? WHAT?? But the Tiguan does. Finally, I often hear comments like "Tiguan is the next best thing to a Range Rover" ... Well I agree and more reliable too! So to conclude ... from a petrol head I might add who drives fire-breathing guzzlers ... I chose the Tiguan over everything else even the X5. Out!

[@briang8493]

I was distracted by how cute Ben is

[@forthethrilluk428]

I agree, i have a 2018 R line 162kw 4motion, It is a dreadful car, small boot, terrible DSG gearbox, lane assist is dangerous and catches you out. Interior plastics are poor compared to Audi's, I should have got the SQ5 instead, the haldex based gen 5 4 motion system coupled with the DQ500 DSG gearbox is terrible, should have used a torsen based automatic like Audi use, much smoother in all scenarios.

[@HRinc]

Sounds like he was abused by a Tiguan as a child

[@carlbravington797]

are you serious the 150 bhp is sluggish .. wher did you learn to drive ..I have the 15 bhp in two tiguans now and not had a problem

[@letsreviewit8925]

Carl the front wheel drive version with 150bhp is fine on the flat for day to day use but fully loaded it struggled to reverse up a small hill. I'm sorry if you're offended by an opinion that differs from your own but its a review and entirely subjective. We cant all agree on things and if you can do better please feel free to send us a link to compare notes. Best of luck.

[@JoskoSpearfishing]

I have front wheel drive 150bhp diesel and I dont have any issue even fully loaded. Car accelarete great. There is a small delay after pushing gas pedal before turbo switch on, but once it starts feels powerful. Completely disagree.

[@MrsYasminBrown]

lol you are hilarious - we just purchase the 24 plate 1.5 rline black edition

[@gtech7577]

You look like someone that drives toyota prius.

[@GRT1005]

Got to be the pickiest review of any car I have ever watched, literally looking for anything possible to slate the car.. 360 cameras get dirty, sluggish carrying 15 kids, cant charge your phone in the dark because you cant see the charging ports... mate come off it...

[@frostyboss4462]

Well harsh dont like his reviews drove this car its not that bad

[@sealegs446]

40k ? I bought mine 18 months ago for 28k and that was a factory order.

[@infantrydave]

My guess is you have the SE R-Line and this is the SEL R-Line.

[@sealegs446]

@@infantrydave No, it's definitely a R Line. List price was 35k but you can get massive discounts if you haggle

[@infantrydave]

Sealegs 44 you have an SEL R-line with digital dash, a 360° camera, adaptive cruise control, led headlights and 4motion for 28k? The MSRP is $40,000.

[@sealegs446]

@@infantrydave I know what car I bought, it has plenty of badges on it saying R Line . Just been on VW website, R lines start at £34900.

[@infantrydave]

Sealegs 44 You’re telling me you got 7k off the MSRP? Doesn’t sound right to me.

[@DaiillestKiid404]

Who the hell hired this guy to knock down on the Tiguan lmao he looked so miserable. He probably drives a corvette with his lonely ass lol.

[@AceMyHigh]

Hmm this or an X3... X3 all day

[@letsreviewit8925]

X3 is quite a bit more expensive?

[@AceMyHigh]

@@letsreviewit8925 Sorry i'm thinking comp car tax, nearly the same

[@joshcosta423]

Someone is obviously Boogie

[@grumpyoldphart7325]

German reliability? It is my understanding the Antiguan is not reliable.

[@letsreviewit8925]

We've not heard anything negative about the reliability?

[@joey-pn3xe]

Lets Review It true. But to say VW is more reliable than a Kia is just wrong. Anyone who knows cars know that

[@edwardjaycocks5497]

Not a bad looking car.. you looking 28 ummmm no.

[@davidwainwright2816]

Sluggish….!!!!?? Utter nonsense

[@davestewart6704]

“German reliability”?... wtf is that

[@sugerbomb6199]

Bad review very negative thoughts maybe just a negative hard to please kinda person

[@sirbertramtriggertonks1341]

What a depressing review, just don't bother next time!

[@Deaconator1000]

Hahaha “I’d probably buy an Audi Q5”

[@joey3184]

Have you been paid to just bash everything about this car?? Haha... hope BMW paid you well haha ;)

[@maxt7525]

Ish? This car is awesome for the price. Whinging journalists

[@letsreviewit8925]

I am not a journalist this is an honest opinion

[@eaerick]

Stay with bikes

[@letsreviewit8925]

How’s that?

[@billwhitley5290]

You talk a lot of rubbish, it’s so obvious that you personally don’t like VW

[@letsreviewit8925]

Hi Bill im sorry my personal opinions do not match your own. My reviews are entirely my own opinion, i'll never say I like something that I dont and all the features i point out do let the car down. If you want a one sided review there are plenty of automotive mags who'll tell you everything is perfect. This is a great car thats a little over priced considering the company it keeps, the VW brand and its sister companies produce well made cars and you wouldn't be disappointed if you bought one. Thanks for watching.

[@JoskoSpearfishing]

It would be fair to compare price of Q5 S line and Tiguan R line. In my opinion R line is much better looking car then entry Q5. Not only that, Tig R line is one of best looking SUV in general. Reliability vise both are equal. I agree interior materials of Q5 are better but Tiguan is not bad at all. By the way this is worst review of Tiguan on You tube. In reality it is best selling VW and if I'm not wrong best selling SUV in the Europe.

[@letsreviewit8925]

Joke by it’s very definition a review is a personal opinion. Don’t be offended just because I have a different view than yourself. It’s easy to be critical but I’m not in the business of saying I like something that I don’t. If you actually pay attention I don’t say it’s a bad car, quite the opposite. What I conclude is that if I was looking at a Tiguan I’d pay the extra for a Q5. 🙄

[@miluplisken7290]

Annoying and funny these car are sold for £34-35K but of course there are people like you paying over £40K

[@letsreviewit8925]

Milu Plisken I didn’t buy one that’s the price they gave me when we did the review it’s the list price so that’s what we have to report

[@RemmoSRednaS]

What a bullshit review. Knocking yourself out with the electric tailgate opener. Name one car which solves that “problem”.

[@letsreviewit8925]

Do you own one by any chance?

[@RemmoSRednaS]

Lets Review It no i don’t. But I do have some experience with it. Otherwise that wouldn’t be fair, would it ;-) it’s nothing personal but your review just doesn’t feel like it’s objective. Saying the dasboard feels like a grannies butt 🙄. She has a firm butt wouldn’t you say ;-). The satnav finally is quick, doesn’t have errors and it’s connected with Google!

[@letsreviewit8925]

Reviews are not objective they’re entirely personal opinion. If you don’t like the style of the review that’s fine move on to any one of the carbon copy reviews created by all the mainstream press outlets. Wether you agree or not all of the things I mention are features that could be better.

[@RemmoSRednaS]

Lets Review It When you make a review, it should be objective because potential buyers are looking for that objective review. Saying things that things could be better is kind of blank shot right. There’s always room for improvements. Doesn’t matter if you take a €100.000,- car of a €15.000,- one. The thing is that the things that you mention need to be reasonable. Again, busting your head open on a electric tailgate isn’t one of those, in my opinion. And saying that I need to go on to other Carbon copycats only makes you a sore looser. That is my opinion.

[@davebennett2482]

have the 1.5 petrol, the mpg is appalling