2023 Volkswagen Tiguan S

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 S is the base Tiguan, sitting below the SE and SEL R Line, so you give up some luxury touches but keep the essentials. Under the hood is a 2.0L I4 making 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, paired with a eight-speed automatic and front-wheel drive for a smooth, efficient ride. It's the only trim with cloth seats and a manual single-zone climate control, keeping things simple and affordable.