Both the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2023 Honda CR-V are among the best compact SUVs in their crowded segment when it comes to performance, refinement, and versatility. Both these SUVs deliver the features that consumers want in their next sport utility vehicle, but the Tiguan has the advantage over the new CR-V in terms of overall performance, versatility, and value. Let's take a closer look at how the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan compares to the 2023 Honda CR-V with three specific reasons why you should choose the VW SUV.
| 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2023 Honda CR-V |
| Starting Price | |
| $36,072 | $36,355 |
| Standard Engine | |
| Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Standard Torque | |
| 221 pound-feet | 179 pound-feet |
| All-Wheel Drive | |
| Standard | Optional |
| Available Third Row | |
| Yes | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | |
| Standard | Optional |
| Cargo Space Behind Second Row | |
| 399 L | 371L |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Standard | Optional |
Although both SUVs feature a standard turbocharged engine, the 2023 Tiguan delivers 221 pound-feet of torque from its 2.0-litre turbo. The 2023 Honda CR-V delivers just 179 pound-feet of torque from its 1.5-litre turbo. The difference is significant on the road, with the Tiguan accelerating and passing with a lot more confidence than the CR-V thanks to its 42 extra pound-feet of torque. You will notice the difference in performance the second you hit the road.
The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan and the new Honda CR-V have roughly the same starting price. However, the Volkswagen compact SUV gives you a lot more for your money. It comes with standard 4Motion all-wheel drive while AWD is an option on the CR-V. It also comes with a standard heated steering wheel and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which is more expensive in the CR-V. In other words, when comparing pricing between the Volkswagen and Honda compact SUVs, you have to look beyond the number, and you will see that the Volkswagen Tiguan simply gives you more for each dollar spent.
Both the 2023 VW Tiguan and the 2023 Honda CR-V provide a lot of cargo capacity and interior space. Both models offer over 1000 L of total cargo space, but the Tiguan has the advantage in terms of versatility by offering an available third row of seats. It is one of the few SUVs in its segment to offer a third row, a feature you will not find in the CR-V.
Although similar on many points, the Volkswagen Tiguan and Honda CR-V differ in terms of the performance they offer and the standard features that they give you. You also get an available third row in the Tiguan which improves versatility. Give us a call today to learn more about the 2023 VW Tiguan.
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