2025 Subaru Ascent vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Subaru Ascent

2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $39,995 to $52,050
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $30,245 to $40,505
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 196.8 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Subaru Ascent, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Ascent will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Subaru Ascent 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). The Subaru Ascent will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Subaru Ascent, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The Subaru Ascent has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Tiguan, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads. The Subaru Ascent has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Subaru Ascent transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Subaru Ascent has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.