Subaru Forester vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Increased space Adequate cargo space Comfortable ride Standard tech features and infotainment facilities Safety features Read More
Things we don't like	--	Poor fuel economy Underwhelming engine performance Expensive servicing Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct injection and intake manifold injection
Compression Ratio	12.0:1	11.65:1

Transmission

Gear Box	Variable Speed	7-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	AWD	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2498 cc	1984 cc
Power	182 hp	177 hp
Torque	239 Nm	320 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	--	7.7 s

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	63 L	60 L
Length	4625 mm	4486 mm
Ground Clearance	220 mm	201 mm
Width	1815 mm	1839 mm
Height	1730 mm	1658 mm
Front Tread	1565 mm	1582 mm
Rear Tread	1570 mm	1572 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Cargo Volume	--	615 L
Wheel Base	--	2681 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1600 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Struts
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	225/60 R17	235/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.4 m	5.75 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Smart Access Card Entry	--	No

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Parking Sensors	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	--
Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Turbocharged Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.0L Turbocharged Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	Yes
Keyless Entry	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	No	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--
Touch Screen	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	--
Moon Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Discs Discs
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Chrome Grille	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Leather Seats	--	No
Fabric Upholstery	--	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes

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