2024 GMC Terrain vs. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2024 GMC Terrain

2024 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $28,700 to $38,600
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $28,880 to $38,880
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 63.3 ft3 65.3 - 73.4 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 184 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 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
The GMC Terrain offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Tiguan, with comparable head- and legroom. 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). Whether you pick the GMC Terrain or the Volkswagen Tiguan, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The GMC Terrain is about the same width as the Volkswagen Tiguan. The GMC Terrain is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The GMC Terrain has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Tiguan, so they both maneuver the same 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 less cargo space than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.