VW Tiguan generations
(Turning circle)| Generation year | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Tiguan, Model year 2007 (I) | 12 m |
| Tiguan, Model year 2011 (Tiguan I (1. Facelift)) | 12 m |
| Tiguan, Model year 2016 (Tiguan II) | 11.5 m |
| Tiguan, Model year 2020 (Tiguan II (1. Facelift)) | 11.5 m |
| Tiguan, Model year 2024 (Tiguan III) | 11.7 m |
The turning circle compared to other VW models
When comparing the Tiguan to other Volkswagen models, the turning circle places it smack dab in the middle of the pack. While it doesn't quite match the nimbleness of smaller VW models like the Polo (10.60 meters) or the Golf (10.90 meters), it's noticeably more maneuverable than its bigger siblings such as the Passat Limousine (11.70 meters) and the Touareg (12.20 meters). In terms of turning circle, the Tiguan sits comfortably as a middle child among the Volkswagen family.
VW Tiguan vs other current cars by VW
(Turning circle)| Variant name | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| up! | 9.8 m |
| up! cross up! | 9.8 m |
| up! e-up! | 9.8 m |
| up! GTI | 9.8 m |
| ID.5 | 10.3 m |
| ID.4 | 10.3 m |
| ID.3 | 10.3 m |
| Polo | 10.6 m |
| Polo GTI | 10.6 m |
| Taigo | 10.6 m |
| T-Cross | 10.7 m |
| Golf | 10.9 m |
| Golf GTD | 10.9 m |
| Golf GTE | 10.9 m |
| Golf GTI | 10.9 m |
| Golf R | 10.9 m |
| ID.7 | 10.9 m |
| T-Roc Cabriolet | 11 m |
| Golf Alltrack | 11.1 m |
| Golf R Variant | 11.1 m |
| Golf Variant | 11.1 m |
| T-Roc | 11.1 m |
| T-Roc R | 11.1 m |
| Tiguan | 11.5 m |
| Tiguan R | 11.5 m |
| Touran | 11.5 m |
| ID.5 GTX | 11.6 m |
| ID.4 GTX | 11.6 m |
| Passat Alltrack | 11.7 m |
| Passat GTE Limousine | 11.7 m |
| Passat GTE Variant | 11.7 m |
| Passat Limousine | 11.7 m |
| Passat Variant | 11.7 m |
| Arteon | 11.9 m |
| Arteon R | 11.9 m |
| Arteon R Shooting Brake | 11.9 m |
| Arteon Shooting Brake | 11.9 m |
| Tiguan Allspace | 11.9 m |
| Touareg | 12.2 m |
| Touareg R | 12.2 m |
How does the turning circle of the VW Tiguan compare to it's nearest competitors?
Now let's take a look at how the Tiguan fares against its nearest competitors. The SEAT Ateca, with a smaller turning circle of 10.90 meters, might be slightly easier to maneuver in tight spots. The Audi Q3, Volvo XC40, and Mercedes-Benz GLA all have a turning circle of 11.80 meters, while the MINI Countryman is marginally easier to maneuver with an 11.40 meters turning circle. Compared to the Tiguan's 11.50 meters, we can see that it holds its ground as an SUV that's easy to handle in crowded urban spaces. It also comes out ahead of the Toyota RAV4, which has a sizeable 12.00 meters turning circle despite its reputation as a nimble SUV.
VW Tiguan vs. similar cars
(Turning circle)| Car model | Turning circle |
|---|---|
| Lexus LBX 2024 | 10.4 m |
| KIA Niro 2016 | 10.6 m |
| Audi Q3 2011 | 11 m |
| Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2011 | 11 m |
| Renault Symbioz 2024 | 11.1 m |
| Renault Arkana 2021 | 11.2 m |
| Peugeot 408 2023 | 11.2 m |
| Lexus UX 2019 | 11.2 m |
| Honda ZR-V 2023 | 11.3 m |
| BMW X2 2018 | 11.3 m |
| CUPRA Formentor 2020 | 11.4 m |
| Genesis GV70 2021 | 11.5 m |
| Alfa Romeo Tonale 2022 | 11.6 m |
| Renault Rafale 2024 | 11.6 m |
| Mazda CX-60 2022 | 11.7 m |
| VW Tiguan 2024 | 11.7 m |
| Lynk & Co 01 2021 | 11.8 m |
| Subaru Crosstrek 2024 | 11.8 m |
| DS Automobiles DS 7 2018 | 11.8 m |
| Suzuki Across 2020 | 12 m |
| Genesis GV80 2021 | 12 m |
| Lexus NX 2014 | 12.1 m |
| Lexus RX 2003 | 12.2 m |
| Toyota Highlander 2021 | 12.4 m |
| Maserati Grecale 2022 | 12.4 m |
