VW Tiguan: The Brutally Honest Truth

Check out the best VW Tiguan deals on carwow: https://bit.ly/Buy-Sell-WOW Is the latest VW Tiguan still the gold standard for family SUVs in 2026, or has the tech-heavy interior gone too far? Mat’s getting stuck into the 3rd-generation bestseller to see if the massive new 15-inch infotainment screen finally works smoothly after the latest software updates, and if the 77-mile eHybrid range actually makes it a better daily driver than a full EV. We’re putting the Tiguan through its paces to see if the improved 652-litre boot and "electric-style" column shifter make it a better family choice than the Kia Sportage or the Peugeot 3008. From the real-world fuel economy of the mild-hybrid engines to the truth about those backlit climate sliders, here is the definitive verdict on the nation’s most "sensible" SUV. Chapters 00:00 Intro: Is the VW Tiguan still the king of SUVs? 00:34 Design: Why does the R-Line look like an EV? 01:50 Price Check: Is it worth the £34k-£48k tag? 02:00 Interior Truth: Has the 15-inch screen lag been fixed? 06:02 Back Seats: Can you actually fit three tall adults? 09:53 Boot Space: Why is the Hybrid boot 160L smaller? 11:00 3 Annoying Features: Is the haptic steering wheel back? 13:02 5 Cool Features: The Park Assist Plus smartphone trick! 14:52 Engine Guide: 62mpg e-Power or 272hp eHybrid? 15:48 Town Driving: How quiet is the EV-only "E-Mode"? 18:16 Motorway Driving: Is the ride too firm on 20-inch wheels? 19:26 Country Roads: Does DCC Pro actually improve handling? 21:10 0-60mph: How fast is the 272hp R-Line? 21:52 The Verdict: Should you buy, sell or avoid? Sell your car for free with Carwow: https://bit.ly/Sell-Your-Car-For-Free... Check out Mat's preferred trim & engine for each car: https://bit.ly/Mats-Engine-Choice