Ford Escape vs Volkswagen Tiguan
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MSRP$28,000 | MSRP$30,245 |
Listings9460 | Listings9452 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and is the only entrant with that German look and feel, though otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only German option in the sub-luxury segment. However, in amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3291 lbs | Curb Weight3563 lbs |
Height66.0 in | Height66.1 in |
Length180.1 in | Length184.4 in |
Width85.6 in | Width84.7 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,000 | $30,245 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and is the only entrant with that German look and feel, though otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only German option in the sub-luxury segment. However, in amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 180 hp I3 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3291 lbs | 3563 lbs |
Height | 66.0 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 84.7 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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