2020 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL

The 2020 Tiguan is Volkswagen's compact SUV, slotting between the smaller T-Roc and the larger Atlas, and it competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX-5. The turbo engine gives the Tiguan decent punch around town, though it can feel a bit sluggish from a stop; the ride is composed and the steering is light. Inside, the Tiguan offers a clean, upscale cabin with comfortable seats, a standard 6.5-inch touchscreen, and available third-row seating for occasional use. With the rear seats folded, the Tiguan provides generous cargo space, and the optional third row adds flexibility for small passengers. The Digital Cockpit and the 8.0-inch navigation screen set the SEL apart from the SE below it, along with standard leather-like seats and a panoramic sunroof. Its 2.0L I4 makes 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, routed through an eight-speed automatic to all-wheel drive, and it returns 23 mpg combined. The SEL comes with Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Lane Keeping Assist, making highway driving noticeably more relaxed.