A First Look at the 2023 VW Tiguan – A Top Safety Pick+ Award Winner

Lithe Handling, Versatile Seating, and Excellent Fuel Economy – What’s Not to Love?

Volkswagen cars have always been at the forefront of advances, so when there’s a new Volkswagen for sale, aficionados flock to see what the latest version brings to the table.

It seems that, in 2023, the Volkswagen Tiguan will be one of the most popular new cars for sale in Houston, TX. Let’s look at what you can expect from the new Tiguan at our new car dealership.

What’s New for the 2023 VW Tiguan?

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan comes off the back of a considerable refresh in 2022, so, understandably, there aren’t many changes in the 2023 model.

The vehicle’s USB-C ports see an upgrade to support 45W charging, and the SE R-Line Black trim gets a new set of 19-inch rims.

The mid-range SE trim has always offered the best mixture of value and features. It is even more bang for the buck in 2023 with a power-operated rear liftgate, lane-keeping assist, 18-inch wheels, and a fantastic semi-autonomous driving model. You can now get a panoramic sunroof on the SE as an optional extra, which we highly recommend.

2023 VW Tiguan Overview

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a compact crossover that stands out from the pack. It’s got great handling, too, while delivering excellent fuel efficiency from its standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.

The option of a third row of seats is rare for the compact crossover category, and the VW Tiguan makes great use of the third row without compromising on cargo space.

The Tiguan’s interior is sedate, focusing on functionality over style statements – a hallmark of VW cars. There’s up to 12 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row of seats, and with the seats folded down, the Tiguan has more than the average space for its class.

The comfortable cabin is decked out with all mod cons, such as a standard Wi-Fi hotspot and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. We particularly like the nine-speaker 480-watt Fender audio system you can choose on higher trims, and the 10.3-inch digital gauge display has much customizability so you can set it up just how you like it.

The car itself is no slouch. It’s enjoyable to drive, with responsive handling and just enough power to get you exactly where you want to go.

New VW Tiguan Performance

A 2.0-liter inline-four turbocharged engine with 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque powers the 2023 Tiguan, and you have eight-speed automatic transmissions paired with both front- and all-wheel-drive powertrains. The Tiguan SE R-Line goes from a stop to 60 mph in about eight seconds.

Test drivers at our Volkswagen Clear Lake dealership find the Tiguan to offer particularly responsive handling and excellent road feel, making it a fun and engaging vehicle to drive.

The VW Tiguan Goes High Tech

The base S variant of the 2023 Tiguan already has heated front seats, keyless entry, automatic LED headlights, and LED taillights standard. A 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen, a six-speaker audio system, and an 8.0-inch digital gauge cluster display are also included.

Remote start, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and a power liftgate are standard on the 2023 Tiguan SE. Its center touchscreen expands to 8.0 inches in size, wireless phone charging is introduced, and App-Connect, which has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, switches from wired to wireless – a convenience that’s totally worth the trim upgrade.

With the top-tier SEL R-Line, you’ll get a hands-free power liftgate and receive standard power-folding side mirrors with puddle lights and a light bar in the front grille. You also get heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.

Safety Features on this New Volkswagen For Sale

The Tiguan S basic model’s active safety features begin with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alerts. On top of this, the SE model immediately above it gets adaptive cruise control and a lane-keeping system.

The top-of-the-line SEL R-Line model has semi-autonomous parking assistance, adaptive headlights, a bird’s-eye 360-degree vision video system, traffic sign recognition, and parking sensors as standard. This makes the Tiguan SEL R-Line one of the safest cars to drive.

Test Drive the Tiguan at Our Houston New Car Dealership

The 2023 VW Tiguan is destined to keep the compact crossover at the top of its class for another year. For more information on the new Volkswagen cars line-up, the various model and trim options, and to reserve your very own 2023 VW Tiguan, contact Volkswagen Clear Lake in Houston, TX, today.

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