2024 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2024 Honda CR-V

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is a sporty mid-size SUV that strives to stick out from the competition in the compact crossover segment. With stylish design, sharp handling, and classic European spirit, there is a lot to admire about the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan. The 2024 Tiguan is a well-balanced vehicle with great fuel economy and a comfortable cabin.

The 2024 Tiguan features available third-row seating, which is a unique feature in a vehicle of this size. As a mid-size compact SUV, this can mean it’s a tight squeeze to fill all of the seats of the seven-passenger capacity, but it remains a great option for additional seating for children or occasional seating.

2024 sees the Volkswagen IQ.Drive driver-assistance system become standard on the base S trim, which includes adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature and more. Other newly standard features on the base trim include auto high beam headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, a faux leather steering wheel, an upgraded infotainment system, and wireless charging.

2024 Honda CR-V

The 2024 Honda CR-V is a well-recognized and awarded midsize SUV. Offering good performance, it includes modern technology and safety features comparable to those of similar vehicles such as the Volkswagen Tiguan, the Mazda CX-50, and the Kia Sportage.

In 2024, Honda will be adding the Sport-L trim, and prices will increase across the board from 2023. This trim bridges a gap between the Sport Hybrid and the Sport Touring Hybrid and is similarly only offered as a hybrid with standard FWD and available AWD.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission powers this stylish vehicle as the sole powertrain. This engine outputs 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. The 2024 Tiguan comes standard with front-wheel drive, but Volkswagen's 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is optional. Regardless of FWD or AWD, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan provides athletic and crisp handling. A smooth-shifting transmission only helps the smooth ride.

For this type of mid-size SUV, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan offers reasonable fuel efficiency, with an EPA rating of 24 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. The 4Motion all-wheel-drive system costs the Tiguan a little when it comes to fuel economy, dropping down one mpg to 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway. The top-tier trim, the SEL R-Line, costs an additional one mpg of total fuel efficiency.

2024 Honda CR-V

The 2024 Honda CRV is available with a standard 190-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) or an optional 204-hp hybrid version in either FWD or AWD. The CR-V gets an EPA-estimated 28 mpg city and 34 mpg highway on the gas engine or 43 mpg city and 36 mpg highway on the Hybrid powertrains.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is available in four trims: the S, SE, SE R-Line Black, and SEL R-Line.

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan S is the base trim for the Tiguan and comes with features like IQ.DRIVE, heated front seats, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit 8-inch digital instrument display, two front USB-C data ports with 45w fast charging, keyless access with push-button start, and more. The starting MSRP for this trim is $28,880.

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan SE is the next trim for the Tiguan and comes with features like Travel Assist, Lane Assist & Emergency Assist, remote power rear liftgate, App-Connect smartphone integration, wireless charging, and available power tilting & sliding panoramic sunroof, remote engine start, and more. The starting MSRP for this trim is $31,580.

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line Black is the third trim for the Tiguan and comes with features like 19-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, R-Line leather-wrapped and multi-function touch steering wheel, power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, multi-color adjustable ambient lighting, and more. The starting MSRP for this trim is $34,580.

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line is the top-tier trim for the Tiguan and comes with features like a Fender Premium Audio System with subwoofer, leather seats, heated and ventilated front seats, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro 10.25-inch digital instrument display, power folding, heated, adjustable side mirrors, and more. The starting MSRP for this trim is $38,880.

2024 Honda CR-V

The 2024 Honda CR-V comes in six trims: the LX, EX, Sport Hybrid, EX-L, Sport-L Hybrid, and Sport Touring Hybrid. The LX, EX, and EX-L are all gas-only models while the Sport Hybrid, Sport-L, and Sport Touring Hybrid are hybrid-exclusive models. To compare trims, visit the Trims & Specs page on Honda’s website.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is one of the only vehicles in its class that offers third-row seating options. That does mean, however, that the legroom in the cabin is incrementally tighter in the first-row seats and second-row seats. When it comes to real-world use, however, the cabin feels plenty spacious and the third row of seats is extremely convenient when accommodating passengers.

When it comes to cargo space, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is limited to 12 cubic feet when the third row is in use. Fortunately, the third row folds flat to increase the cargo volume to 33 cubic feet.

2024 Honda CR-V

The CR-V’s interior is spacious and attractive. A digital gauge cluster comes with an analog speedometer. The display allows drivers to swap between informational menus. The 2024 CR-V has an additional 0.6 inches of legroom from the 2023 model and boasts 36 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2024 VW Tiguan's infotainment system utilizes touch-sensitive controls integrated into a large glass screen. It comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. All models have either an 8.0- or 10.3-inch reconfigurable digital gauge display. Additionally, for those looking to amplify their listening experience, an 80-watt nine-speaker Fender audio system is available on upper trims.

When it comes to safety, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has given the 2024 Tiguan a safety rating of five stars. When it comes to safety features, VW has made the Q.Drive adaptive cruise control system standard that includes lane-keeping assist with a lane-centering feature. You can also find features such as:

• Forward-collision alert with automated emergency braking
• Blind-spot monitoring with a warning system
• Lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist

For more information about the Tiguan's crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.

2024 Honda CR-V

The infotainment system in the CR-V operates on a 7.0-inch touchscreen for LX, EX, and Sport trim levels, while the EX-L and Sport Touring models have a 9.0-inch touchscreen. Regardless of screen size, the CR-V comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other tech features include a wireless charging pad, satellite radio, and driver's-seat memory.

The CR-V’s safety features include standard blind-spot monitoring, driver attention monitoring, traffic sign recognition, a back-seat reminder, forward-collision warning with automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and adaptive cruise control.