2026 Volkswagen Tiguan VS. 2026 Honda CR-V

Comparing The Power And Mechanical Features Of These SUVS

Both the Tiguan and the CR-V have gasoline engines and use unleaded fuel for their turbocharged engines. The Honda model uses a 1.5L inline four-cylinder, while the Volkswagen has a similarly designed 2.0L engine. The Tiguan’s larger engine has a power output of 201 horsepower, while the CR-V’s is only 190. The torque provided by the Volkswagen is significantly greater than that of the Honda, with an added nearly 30 foot-pounds. Both SUVs also feature automatic transmissions for stress-free driving.

Looking Inside The Tiguan And CR-V

As you would expect for a five-seat SUV, the front seats are bucket-style, while the rear seats are bench-style in both vehicles. The level of features and creature comforts in your new SUV will be dictated by the trim level you select. Each manufacturer offers a base model: the Tiguan is the S, and the CR-V is the LX. These are the more spartan interiors, with cloth seats, fewer adjustments and comfort features, and, of course, the most reasonable price. But you will have standard features like power windows and door locks, remote entry, and a rear-seat trunk pass-through. The Tiguan also offers a few added features, like dual-zone climate control, that are not included in the base Honda model. As you move up in the trim levels, both manufacturers offer more features that are very similar, making both SUVs very functional.

Safety Features In Your New SUV

Safety is a critical feature in any vehicle you purchase. Please note that both the Volkswagen Tiguan and Honda CR-V offer many safety features and modern safety technology. The standard safety features shared by these two SUVs include automatic emergency braking, brake assist, active lane-keeping assist, a backup camera, traction control, and stability control. It is critical to note that both SUVs offer front and rear airbags, as well as front and rear curtain airbags, for complete passenger safety in the event of an incident. Where the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan goes beyond the CR-V is in the addition of these safety features not included as standard fare in the Honda: rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and a blind spot monitor. These are the features included in the base model of a Volkswagen that are not included with a similar Honda.

Looking At The Critical Number

When comparing the cost of the 2026 Tiguan to the Honda CR-V, the difference in the base price of the lowest trim level is negligible at a few hundred dollars. However, it is essential to keep in mind that while the cost is very close, the 2026 Tiguan does offer added horsepower and torque in addition to more safety features for the lower price. As you move up the trim levels, the price difference increases a bit, with the Tiguan being more than $1,000 less than the CR-V when