Comfort
The BMW X1 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The BMW X1 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
The BMW X1 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it more convenient to drive.
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 BMW X1 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The BMW X1 will cost more in terms of transportation costs than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
The BMW X1 is about the same width as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
If you go with the BMW X1, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Drivetrain
With somewhat higher torque, the BMW X1 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The BMW X1 has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Tiguan, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
The BMW X1 has less seating than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making the Volkswagen Tiguan the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The BMW X1 has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.
Warranty
The basic warranty of the BMW X1 is not as nearly as extensive as that of the Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2018 BMW
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2018 Volkswagen
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Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Visit Rebate Center |
Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
City MPG: | 22 - 23 | 21 - 22 |
Highway MPG: | 31 - 32 | N/A |
Engine(s): | Inline-4 | Inline-4 |
Seating Capacity: | 5 | 7 |
Basic Warranty: | 4 years/50,000 miles | 6 years/72,000 miles |
Overall Safety Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Frontal Crash Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Side Crash Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Invoice*: | $32,025 - $33,885 | $23,612 - $36,048 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Monthly Trend for:
2018 BMW X1
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Monthly Trend for:
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
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*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.