Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 113.8 in | -11.3 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 196.8 in | -22.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 76.0 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 71.6 in | -6 in |
Curb Weight | 3591 lb. | 4430 lb. | -839 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 41.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 61.1 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 42.2 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 60.3 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -36.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 47.5 ft3 | -23.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -30.4 ft3 |
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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