2023 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R Line Black

The 2023 Tiguan is Volkswagen's compact SUV, slotting between the subcompact Taos and the three-row Atlas. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX-5, offering a more European driving feel. The Tiguan's steering is nicely weighted and its chassis feels composed, making it enjoyable on winding roads. Inside, the Tiguan offers a clean, well-built cabin with generous rear legroom and up to three rows of seating. The SE R Line Black adds the sporty R-Line appearance package and blacked-out exterior trim, a step up from the standard SE. Its 2.0L I4 makes 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, paired with a eight-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, returning 26 mpg combined. Standard 19-inch black alloy wheels and a panoramic sunroof give this trim a distinctly sharper look than other Tiguans.