2025 Subaru
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 25 - 27 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 29 - 34 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 54.7 - 54.9 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 152 - 182 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 176.4 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 - 71.7 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Subaru Crosstrek, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Subaru Crosstrek will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Subaru Crosstrek will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Crosstrek is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Tiguan, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Subaru Crosstrek, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Subaru Crosstrek has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Subaru Crosstrek will do just as well as the Volkswagen Tiguan, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Subaru Crosstrek and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Subaru Crosstrek doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Subaru Crosstrek has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan.