2009-2011 VW Tiguan - opinions?

[Team_Mclaren]

Looking for a new winter vehicle, mostly looking for a small suv thats not overly boring (CRVs, Rav4s are gay).

Anyone has one of these? Looks like a bigger GTI which I like, hows the gas mileage? anyone has any first hand experience?

[Sugarphreak]

...

[ddduke]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak
For the price VW wants for the AWD version (say a middle of the road comfortline with no options = 40K) you might as well go for the upscale sister Audi Q5 :D

I got into my Q5 for 47K all in... it is a bit smaller than my CRV, but loving it so far

I was going to say the exact same thing, Tiguan's also look like shit compared to the Q5.

[Team_Mclaren]

Q5 is like 10k more in that year range... lol

I'm not buying new either, we're talking 09-11

I'm no max_boost

[Sugarphreak]

...

[btimbit]

It is just a big gti. Of course it doesn't handle as well, but the trade off of more space and optional Awd I almost think it's a better vehicle.

Drove one when my girlfriend was looking for a new car. There really was not much I didn't like about it. Then I started looking up unitronic tunes for it:thumbsup:

[quick_scar]

GF's parents have one that we have taken on a couple road trips. My only complaint is the rear cargo room. They have the turbo with AWD. Great seating position for driver and passenger (I am 6'3", GF is 6'4") with good leg room. Comfortable for 7 hours of driving. Really like the large sunroof. A lot better on gas then what I usually drive so I do not really notice the gas costs (other then that they are a lot less then what I am used to). Visibility is good all around, and backing up a trailer with it is a breeze.

All in all I really like the vehicle.

[max_boost]

A 4x4 GTI.

Do. Not want lol

Q5 is that much more aesthetically pleasing.

It's ok Vince, I envy your skating skills. So smooth :bigpimp:

[Aleks]

It's not a big GTI. It is a raised GTI that's all. There is no more room inside than a normal Golf/GTI.

[bspot]

^Just coming to post that. Absolutely zero point in getting this over a Golf R (we want AWD, right?) ;)

[SkiBum5.0]

Originally posted by bspot
^Just coming to post that. Absolutely zero point in getting this over a Golf R (we want AWD, right?) ;)

Except sight lines, ground clearance, and load height. All important things a wife/partner would look for in a vehicle.

[Team_Mclaren]

budget is around 20k i guess? wtf else should i buy? dont suggest something stupid like a C63 please. :rofl:

[KRyn]

Subaru Forester XT

[Mitsu3000gt]

We test drove some Tiguans when shopping for my Mom. Loved them, but a bit small, and too overpriced when new. Not sure how they fare on the used market.

I wouldn't recommend a Forrester XT unless you can get a newer one or a MT - the 4 speed autos in the older ones were a deal breaker (IMO).

How about Murano? That's what we ended up with. It's kind of a stand out in the Nissan lineup in that it's built and appointed like an Infinity. Good interior room, nice to drive, and there's usually price incentives (we got 0% financing for 72 months). Would have to go used to get one in the $20K range though.

[Aleks]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren
budget is around 20k i guess? wtf else should i buy? dont suggest something stupid like a C63 please. :rofl:

In that price range the Tiguan will the the most rewarding smal CUV to drive. Just buy it but don't expect a ton more room than GTI.

Other suggestion would be cars like Legacy GT Wagon if you can find one, Audi A3, Audi A4 wagon.

[max_boost]

You know Vince that Rav4/CRV is so practical haha

[ercchry]

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2007-Subaru-Legacy-2-5-GT-LTD-AWD-Wagon-W0QQAdIdZ533570683

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2009-Audi-A4-2-0T-Premium-W0QQAdIdZ474783860

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2011-Subaru-Outback-3-6-R-Limited-W0QQAdIdZ530287579

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2006-BMW-530xi-sports-wagon-with-M-body-package-W0QQAdIdZ527018181

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2008-Volvo-XC70-3-2-W0QQAdIdZ503657936

[btimbit]

Originally posted by Aleks
It's not a big GTI. It is a raised GTI that's all. There is no more room inside than a normal Golf/GTI.

Trunk space and rear seats, MASSIVE difference

[bspot]

Originally posted by SkiBum5.0


Except sight lines,

Lame.


ground clearance,

Lame. Get a metal skid plate.


and load height.

Lame.


All important things a wife/partner would look for in a vehicle.

Considering what your wife wants in a car?

Lame.

[bspot]

Originally posted by btimbit


Trunk space and rear seats, MASSIVE difference

The only different dimension is height, so I don't get where the massive difference comes from?

[btimbit]

Originally posted by bspot


The only different dimension is height, so I don't get where the massive difference comes from?

Height is the main one, but it's also longer and wider. Width by like an inch, so that's useless, but take a look at the space in each. Huge difference.

[Darkane]

I wanna throw out a curve ball, but what about an '09 Escape?

240Hp 3L, 6 sp auto.

It's actually quite quick, gets mid 30's on the highway and cheap.

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2010-Ford-Escape-Limited-SUV-W0QQAdIdZ527412604

Guys with the FWD model were getting these things in the 14's for quarter mile :rofl:

http://iamthecarczar.blogspot.ca/2009/06/road-test-2009-ford-escape-limited-30_17.html

[msommers]

The CRVs are incredible little vehicles in the snow. My Mother has one and it's amazing, even in deep snow - there was over a foot of snow in her alley and couldn't believe it (with winters mind you).

You might be able to get into a 4Runner depending on the year/mileage. Xterra also?

In terms of size, are you looking for an SUV or a CUV?

[flipstah]

A4 Avant?

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2007-Audi-A4-2-0T-Avant-Wagon-6-spd-AWD-W0QQAdIdZ533916340

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2007-Audi-A4-Avant-2-0T-Quattro-Wagon-W0QQAdIdZ533658386

[Aleks]

Originally posted by btimbit


Trunk space and rear seats, MASSIVE difference

http://autos.msn.com/research/compare/interior.aspx?c=0&i=0&ph1=t0&ph2=t0&tb=0&dt=0&v=t115867&v=t116309

Trunk space is a bit taller. However interior space is virtually the same between the two.

[flipstah]

Are you yay or nay on wagons?

If so...

http://www.braveautointernational.jp/vehicle/415/audi-s4-avant-quattro-4-2-v8-6spd.html

[Team_Mclaren]

That S4 is too old. And I dont need anything super fast. Not much can beat my summer car.

An A4 would be cool, also looking at a brand new CX-5.... 0% financing, great on gas.

[AE92_TreunoSC]

Just ordered a grey Forester XT 2.0 Turbo 250hp, and the best sport CVT I've driven.(worked at nissan, the best is the current Altima V6) Even reviewers agree on that. They are selling so well Subaru sales have spiked dramatically.


http://static.zigwheels.com/media/photogallery/2013/Apr/2014-subaru-forester-xt_640x480.jpg


There's a 2.5 n/a verison but its less "manly" lol.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren
That S4 is too old. And I dont need anything super fast. Not much can beat my summer car.

An A4 would be cool, also looking at a brand new CX-5.... 0% financing, great on gas.

^Skyactiv is hard to beat!

Not a fan of the Forester look.

[Kg810]

:angel:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2847/10296340714_5f0e7f970a_b.jpg

[Disoblige]

^^ lol that is one obese GTI.

[msommers]

Almost like a Euro-spec hearse

[flipstah]

Originally posted by msommers
Almost like a Euro-spec hearse

A Ford Flex is more hearse than that!

[Team_Mclaren]

Originally posted by Kg810
:angel:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2847/10296340714_5f0e7f970a_b.jpg

dont tempt me you bitch!!!:rofl: :rofl:

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren


dont tempt me you bitch!!!:rofl: :rofl:

Air suspension is pimp! :drool:

[k1l4m]

The Acura RDX could be an option for you to consider.

[Team_Mclaren]

Test drove a cx5.. its painfully slow with the 2.5L... Drove an Escape Titanium as well, very very impressive cuv. Good power, tons of cool options. Ford syn looks great and the interior is spaceship like... next up, Q5 and Tiguan

[Rat Fink]

.

[Darkane]

Originally posted by Rat Fink


'09 and beginning of 2010 is an awful year range for Escapes, unless the transmission has already been overhauled with the valve body replaced. There's a regulator valve in the valve body that shits the bed and wipes out the O/D and direct clutches. The 6F35 trans is questionable on a good day, but 09/early 2010 is the absolute worst. There was a while back in 2011/2012 where half my paycheques were from those things blowing up.

Good to know. My '08 with the 4sp 200hp v6 is now at 140km with ZERO issues other than brakes, tires, fluids.

Did the gas filler breather tube myself as per the TSB and it's awesome.

Any issues with the '08 I should look for Rat Fink? I know you're the ford Man.