2025 GMC Terrain vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Terrain

2025 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $30,000 to $32,000
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $29,495 to $39,755
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.5 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 181.0 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the GMC Terrain than the Volkswagen Tiguan. The GMC Terrain offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Terrain as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the GMC Terrain will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Terrain is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the GMC Terrain takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The GMC Terrain has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Terrain has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Terrain does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Terrain and the Volkswagen Tiguan. The GMC Terrain has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.