2025 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2025 Honda CR-V

An Updated Model

It’s worth noting that the 2025 VW Tiguan has been completely redesigned on an evo platform, culminating in a new look and new features. Volkswagen has made several improvements in this SUV, including more power and efficiency, bolder style, and new tech. You even get new wheel options ad colors with numerous cabin upgrades. Even if you liked the old Tiguan, you’ll want to see what the new model has to offer. Both models offer upscale design and amenities to provide a comfortable ride. The Honda CR-V has a rugged look while adding practical features, such as the hands-free power tailgate. Tiguan has an athletic appearance enhanced by the rear spoiler and muscular shoulders.

Teched Out for Today

Both Volkswagen and Honda add plenty of technology to their SUVs. Touchscreens are standard on all trims for convenient access to your apps. Honda’s screen is seven inches with upgrades for higher trims. The VW Tiguan has an impressive 12.9-inch display for easier viewing. Move up in the line to get the large 15-inch infotainment screen. Ambient lighting is standard on the Honda CR-V seen on the center console until the top trim, which adds door pulls and footwells. Volkswagen offers Atmospheres, which is synchronized ambient lighting with audio settings, which you can customize to your preference.

Sophisticated Comfort for Long Drives

Cabins for both the Tiguan and CR-V are designed for your comfort with amenities increasing as you go up the trim levels. Both models include power driver seats with Honda including a 10-way power seat and the Tiguan offering a 12-way power seat. Heated front seats are available on both models, but Tiguan also includes ventilation and massage for the highest trims.

Premium Performance and Protection

Another similarity between Volkswagen and Honda for these SUVs is they both have a four-cylinder engine for efficiency. VW has updated Tiguan’s engine with more power and less weight for improved acceleration and efficiency. The new model boasts 201 horsepower compared to the 190 horsepower for the CR-V. The two brands put a lot of focus into safety, making their safety suites standard on all trims. For the Tiguan, that system is the IQ.DRIVE Level 2 while the CR-V has Honda Sensing Technologies. While both models are loaded with safety features, only VW makes blind spot monitoring standard on all trims along with rear traffic monitoring. The Tiguan also makes Park Assist Plus available to help you get into and out of tight parking spaces.