Volkswagen Tiguan Mechanical Review
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- Here's a look under the hood and underneath the Volkswagen Tiguan!
In this video we take a look at this 2019 VW Tiguan cross-over sport utility vehicle. We examine is 2.0L turbocharged 4 cylinder EA888 engine, including the air intake setup, turbocharger, intake plenum, direct injection fuel delivery system, valve cover, PCV, EVAP, spark plug, oil lubrication setup, valve train and drive belt setup. We also examine the cooling system, 8 speed automatic transmission and driveline, suspension, exhaust and brakes.
Overall the Volkswagen Tiguan uses a good amount of recent technology under the hood to keep it from being dated, such as the use of electronic valve adjustments, a turbo charged engine and aluminum across many components. However with such complexity comes at the expense of longevity, with merely average build quality for a new car and poor reliability and ease of maintenance. For those thinking of buying a Volkswagen Tiguan, an extended warranty or a short term lease might be more feasible.
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0:00 Introduction
0:15 Engine
7:44 Transmission
10:37 Electronics
11:10 Suspension
13:31 Exhaust
14:37 Cooling
16:09 Brakes
17:24 Conclusion
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A lot of VW haters in the comments. I have owned two - a 2010 Golf TDI (stupidly traded due to the scandal) and now a 2017 Passat. Repairs have not been excessive for either. Both drive exceptionally well on the highway and are a pleasure to drive generally. Highway fuel economy is stellar on the Passat for such a large car. I agree that VW's may become more expensive as they age and are needlessly complex, but the hating on them is typical for North Americans. I am not convinced they are inherently worse than other brands with middling reputations (e.g. Dodge, Kia, Ford, etc.).
Ford vehicles are a disaster!
“It has a timing chain so you won’t have to service it over the life of the vehicle, but it is a Volkswagen so you never know.”
We can laugh at that while crying inside
I've been a victim. 2014 Jetta.
@@micahgreene4573 Thank you for your testimonial!
Haha well VW hasn't had a good reputation with timing chain tensioners
@speedkar99 I’ve got a 2011 Polo 6R 1.6. Surprisingly that engine cane with a timing chain and a hydraulic operated clutch pedal. It’s been very good to me so far with just a little under 200000km on the clock. The last of the NA engines.
Not me, i bought a Toyota
That transmission drain and fill port is crazy! I love this channel's content!
Yeah it's interesting that you have to pump fluid upsided down
too many of them are very difficult to service
Fantastic channel, nobody explains like you,takes a lot of knowledge to give the scoop on these ones.
Thanks I'm glad you appreciate my work
@@speedkar99 We all do, Atleast 200k+ of us do!
German engineering at its finest....
That fuel strap😂😂
Made in Germany!
German engineering...haphazardly assembled in Mexico.
Indian engineering is better, like the Tata Nano. No wonder India is known for great cars right up there with the Germans.
I hate to say, but the quality of VW is still better than lots of other vehicles. Some of it might be over engineered, but I love my Tiguan.
@@speedkar99 it's not made in Mexico?
Too many bolts on the air filter box but not enough on the transmission pan😅
Agreed!
A committee of German engineers did the air box, the tranny pan was done by the Mexicans but half the team was on siesta.
@@Tsubaki518 as a Mexican I feel moderately offended and a little sleepy cause is almost 2 pm and I want another nap...
Funnily enough Aisin makes the transmission which is owned in part by Toyota and Toyota pretty much exclusively uses Aisin transmissions.
I really appreciate the analysis of whether parts of the design of the car are sound and reliable or not. For a non mechanic like me, all engines kind of look the same. But I get a lot out of your criticisms of plastic parts, stamped steel or undersized rotors. I liked your analysis of the CX-5, and it made me interested in the car. I don't need the latest tech to go from A to B, I want reliable tech. But the rust on the CX-5 is a critical vulnerability. Thanks so much for pointing that out.
Your subtle sense of humor is priceless.
Thanks
This is the best video of a TSI engine that I’ve ever seen
This the best review on youtube. Excellent work.
Have had a FWD 2018 Tiguan for 4 years. Had no mechanical issues so far.
How has it held up since your comment? So in the last 2 years? I love the 2024 tiguan but am worried about reliability
Drove a 2018 4 motion s for 3 years with zero issues.
I’m on my second Tig SE a 24. Great driving and handling.
Love it
That is a ChisFix level of explanation. Awsome job mister ! Greeting from Canada
Hello fellow Canadian. I'm from the GTA
As you can see, this is a great example of a perfectly engineered German car.
It is perfectly engineered to last exactly the length of the warranty and not a day more.
That sounds about right
I doubt longevity is a concern for any of the major manufactures nowadays
@@hopingforthebest1.9 Say that to a car with a CVT :)
I'm a mechanic and just love them made me heaps of money... can easily work on at least double maintenance cost on a reasonable vehicle especially when out of warranty.
72K warranty isn't bad tho
Since we are talking about VWs, here's my story.
Bought a new Mk. 2 Seat Leon in 2012 with a manual gearbox and 1.4l tsi that made 125hp
The most interesting failure it developed over some time was a coolant leak, but without evidence of one.
The coolant reservoir had to be topped up every so often. Eventually, the culprit was found, and it's the intake heat exchanger, It leaked fluid into the cylinders.
This fix included replacing spark plugs and one of the coil packs.
The next biggest was the turbo waste gate valve that got stuck. I opted to clean it, and extend the rod that pushed it by 1 cm. So far it has been good
After that, the brake booster leaked internally, had that replaced with a known good unit off a mk. 5 golf.
The battery died at some point, and I replaced the serpentine belt, its tensioner and rollers.
It is now at 85000 miles or 136000 km.
Keep in mind, this is the last year they produced that particular car (from 2005 its 7 years in production) and all the "major" problems should have been solved.
@thre362fdsgsd eh... it stopped eventually. The car is now nearing 120000 miles, and since then I had no real issues with it. It's not worth much anyway, so I'll just keep using it until it's no longer worth the upkeep. Actually, taking all of that into account, it's a fun and engaging car to drive.
Best car reviews ever! those gimmick Dough Demuro, redline, alexauto don't talk any important aspects we consume NEED to know but instead rambling on bullshxt for hours.... while this one, spill out all the true aspects of vehicles.
Will you please take off your pants so that I may have a look at your quirks and features?
I have older model Tiguan 5N, thought of replacing with this new model. After this review, not sure anymore if i want a car with plastic oil pan and plastic all over.
Great video👍
The oil filter assembly has a check valve mechanism which opens and drains the housing when you unscrew the cap. If you give it a bit of time (less than 60 seconds), you can remove the cartridge filter without much mess or fuss.
I'd take an upsided down spin on canister than a cartridge any day. I won't have to get my hands messy
speedkar99 I’m with you. And they cost less most of the time. It’s still slick they thought to incorporate a check valve to drain the housing. Guess until it breaks. I think I remember it being plastic as you would expect.
Best oil change I have ever done in my life on this engine. Not a drop spilled, didn't even wear gloves the second time.
I hate it when someone who has never changed the filter in this kind of inverse setup and then says it's going to be a mess. This is one of the cleanest filter changes I've ever done. The other is my MB C250, who’s filter is also on top.
@@gregrobsn Lol, you seem really desperate for attention.
I have owned VW cars for 18 years and along years the parts and material quality changed completely
The old stuff was the good stuff
That joke about engine light killed me! Laughing under the table!
10:21 - "Now VW says to use a special all wheel drive fluid" - Now that's what i call a sarcasm.
In their defense, you put regular gear oil in a friction clutch pack and you'll have...not very much friction...and a FWD car with a rear paperweight lol
It's true check the manual
It's just Haldex fluid
You should make shirts that say "Transversely for Front Wheel Drive"
Next 3 reviews will be longitudinal for rear wheel drive
@@speedkar99 Very nice!
I have owned one for 3 years now and performance wise, it's a good car. I've had before a Mazda CX-7 and an Audi A4 Avant and this motor is pretty peppy. I'm actually looking to keep and and possibly tune it to Audi Q5 specs, as it's the exact same motor with just a different tune.....I love the space inside with 2 kids and the 8 speed in manual mode actually obeys your command.....93 octane recommended for more spirited driving....
How many miles have you put on it?
Naveen Kumar I have 38k miles on it, bout got it new 05/2018
It mounts differently and with a different transmission tho. Even you tune it to a q5, it will still drive different
A lot of haters, as usual with VW. I'm sure that 95% of those who complaint about those don't have one, they just "heard" a neighbour or asked a "japanese car expert". "Experts" (because everyone is an expert these days).
Toyota, Honda or a Mazda (which has improved a lot the last decade) are definitely good choices. Yes, many are built to last for many years, they are simple and easy to fix. But this doesnt mean german cars are bad.
In fact, the "problem" with VW cars is not the quality or the engine or the materials used in its building but the fact that it needs specialized mechanic workshops to service them.
Yes, VW is more complex than a japanese, but not less reliable. They are in general funnier to drive but need special care, which means more money at the end. But if you like german cars, like VW, and take good care of them, they can last decades.
Many plastic parts in this VW, and still, many owners can have them for decades. VW dominates EU market and shares top 2 sales with Toyota in Africa. Second biggest automotive group in the world... I dont think it is because they sell junk, but instead, very reliable and secure cars.
Spot on!
They can make a way better turbo engine than certain American brands we all know of, especially one that starts with an F.
Great review, very balanced. The toothbrush of automotive assessment knows what he's looking at!
Teach-brush doing it's thing
This guy has spent ZERO time driving this car and has no ownership history. QUACK
I love that car, it's engine is made of steel and that to me is something that you can sleep better at night for. The rest well it is a newer vehicle so techonology as scary as it is at first with my VW it has proven to be the most reliable in the long run.
How can you sleep better as steel block and alumnium head mating surface will very likely to warp due to different expension rate.
@@xuanzheng1049 cause Ive been driving cars like this my whole life, I have a 28 yeay old vento and it runs perfectly as reliable as ever. Now Aluminum blocks when overheating and cars do overheat for different reasons like bad fan relays, temp sensors etc require resurfacing of both block and head meaning less life to the engine and extremely expensive repairs. Most people change cars every 4 or 2 years so tbey don’t know what Im talking about. This VW is built to last 💪
@@camcappe353 did you not read my comments well ? Your Vento has both steel block and head thus has the same expansion rate but the Tiguan doesn't. It has different materials as block ad head which will likely warp down the road due to diff expansion rate.
I was thinking about getting one last year when I went car shopping and decided to ask my neighbor who had owned one and she gave me a bad review and after seeing this video review it just gets worse and worse. I’m so glad I went with a Nissan Rogue 16 I am mechanically inclined and would not want to service this kind of vehicle in my driveway. Thank God I stayed away. Thank u for this review one year later I feel better. I was wondering why they where so cheap. If it’s to good to be true then it must be.
A Rogue instead of a Tiguan? Well, doesnt seem to be the smartest choice. Rogue's CVT is also known for its bad reliability. "Experts" (because everyone is an expert these days) normally choose a Toyota or a Honda or a Mazda, which has improved a lot the last decade.
In fact, the "problem" with VW cars is not the quality or the engine or the materials used in its building but the fact that it needs specialized mechanic workshops to service them.
Yes, VW is more complex than a japanese, but not less reliable. They are in general funnier to drive but need special care, which means more money at the end. But if you like a german car, like VW, and take good care of it, it can last decades.
I liked the last few minutes of video were you summed it up 😆
Judging by the AVS( audi valvelift system ) solenoids on the intake side it is the 190hp variant with budack cycle, in europe it also comes with port injection on the intake manifold, which works in conjunction with the high pressure direct injection ramp to lower soot.
That cooler on the radiator front looks like the intercooler for the turbo, the 220hp variant with AVS on the exhaust has it there
We have a 2018 Tiguan. It's been good so far.
Good to hear
Criss, Scotty and other automotive channels bows low to this one, It's obvious when you see a true CarGuy
Another great review, thank you.
You are welcome
Dude, I love your videos
Thanks
Plastic crap everywhere. Scotty wouldn't be proud. 😂
And made in Mexico, two things Scotty hate 🤣
Scotty: " Why on Earth would you buy this over a RAV4 or CR-V? :Shakes his head:
Ah yes... but the Monsters that actually built the philosophy at VW and used it in WW2 would be proud!
@@jsun3117 I mean, they both look like shit and they aren't any better regarding reliability so what's even the point of that useless, bullshit spweing fanboy
a cheap chinese mistake
The rear diff has two separate oil compartments. It’s not shared. There is a cavity for the ring and pinion gears and another for the transfer clutch assembly. They do use the same VW specific oil.
Good to know, I didn't see separate drain and fill ports and the repair manual didn't mention they are different
speedkar99 It’s the cause of many a rear diff failure due to the confusion at time of service.
You pointed to the transfer clutch section fill plug and the diff section drain plug. If you didn’t notice the full level of the transfer clutch section and just drained the gear section out You can guess how that turns out. It’s stupid they design it this way.
You can see the diff gear section fill plug right above one of the case bolt just right of the axle flange at 10:22 mark. The transfer section drain is facing the front of the car a small round hex driven bolt.
Respect to you, you know your cars.
Had a late 90's Audi A4 1.8L. Still VW engine, after 100k km, nothing but problems, engine wise, transmission wise, also wheel bearings too. The whole 5 yrs I owned it, the car costed me around $9k to fix and keep it going. Eventually i sold it, as it was costing me to much, and bought a diesel Hyundai I30. 6 yrs now and no issue.
Nice. Was it a turbo? I'm doing a 1.8T teardown video now
I just got a job at Volkswagen as a salesmen , your Jetta video scares me I don’t know if those 1.4 are reliable , the 2.0 in the Tiguan is less scary, will you do a video on the 3.6 VR6 please! You rock!!!
They couldn’t trust mexico with that strap 🤣. (Joke)
Haha
But they trusted them with the whole tank...
@@speedkar99 cuz it braced by the German straps
Pure technical review, good job budy 😁😁👍👏👏👏
"Is this the best SUV that Mexico has to offer?" LOL
Choose one
George Of The Jungle Si
George Of The Jungle jawohl
Sooner they will have a Great Wall car
@@TheWaterflyer LOL yeah right.
Hi the transmission oil pan on tiguan is made of stamped steel it is not made of plastic like the engine oil pan, and I think the transmission(its the 09P) has different sump bolts since it is made by aisin(toyota)
I had a 2015 Audi A3. Since 2017, I had to send it to service due to coolant leaking issues basically at least 1 time per year. They told me many reasons for the leaking, including sealing issues, water pump failure, etc, but they never really fixed it. One time, they told me, ok, we fixed it, after 10 mins driving, my engine smoked. In 2020, sold it. I told myself not to buy any Audi again.... While ordered an RS3 a couple of months ago.
VW products are loved in Algeria and tend to last a fair bit of time and depreciate the least... we mostly have naturally aspirated gasoline engines and the reputable 2.0 TDI 143 HP euro 4... no FAP or AdBlue to worry about... the most commun problems are injectors related and automatic transmissions ( 80% of the cars are manual )
Thank you. Awesome video. Can you make a video of how to change transmission fluid toyota rav4 2016?
check out my transmission fluid videos...sealed and dipstick
wherre coming the noise in the video 7:40 my engin make this sound what is ? ? help plz thanks you verry much
tha thing you have in your hand does wonders. so simple but so important
Would love to see a mechanical review of any Honda CR-V
I had my VW golf for 9 years with no major repair bills, just traded it in for a Tiguan which is a pleasure to drive, hope it’s as reliable 🤫
This transmission is an 8 speed Aisin unit. This 8 speed is also found on the Toyota Rav4 and Hyundai Santa Fe .
I ended up buying a brandnew 2022 Tiguan and I am not sure if it has any mechanical improvements in its build quality towards the engine. I am aware of direct engine would build carbon quicker than ever on these engines. What would you recommend in terms or maintenance and service to prolong these type of vehicles. Just feeling nervous after watching your video about my purchase now.
Hope to see such review about Subaru CrossTrack soon. Great site.
Send me the vehicle let's do it
I would too like to see this preferably the
21 Crosstrek 2.5 model.
Thanks for this nice explanation about the car, its a unique video that tells you a lot about this car and its components
I have many more videos just like this. Enjoy
A computer attached to the rear diff? Isn't that a bit exposed to the weather? Great analysis as usual.
VW obviously thought of that.
The VW awd is actually a haldex unit which is used by many manufacturers. Its probably one of the more reliable parts of the vehicle .
Hope you don't mind buying a new computer from vw in about 5-10 years.
Vw are absolute trash
Cams are captive on the valve cover, servicing is alot more involved then just removing the wires
Yeah that means you gotta remove timing
Being a VW owner, I’m happy with all 8 VWs I’ve owned in the last 15 years. Now got 4 of there other brand, Skoda
Wait, you've owned 8 in the past 15 years?
Andrew M yep
@@user-gs3kt7vs3y They break THAT frequently?
@@andybub45 I thought he was making a joke lmao
Excellent summary. Very unique video.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I've always wanted you to do this review. I watch a lot of Tiguan reviews since I'm considering buying one.
And hopefully after this review you are not considering it at all.
@@NaveenKumar-oj7xh I'm still want one.................or a Mazda CX-5
Go with a mazda make sure it has a aisin transmission though
You are welcome!! Many more (SUVs) to come...
Another endless moneypit for used car buyers. Best reviews on RUclips .
All cars are a money pit, some worse than others
@@valentinofogarty9943 lmfao your bullshit. A Toyota is a tool. Seriously. That pays its worth.
With all those hoses, you forgot to show the one that goes to the small resonator bellows. You know, the one that makes the "coo coo' sound.
Which one is that?
I have had VW's since I started driving, which is over 30 years. I never had any problems that where a big deal. I decided to listen to the BS Japanese quality so I purchased a 2017 Honda Crv. After 2 months it did not start. Battery died got brand new battery, died 2 weeks later. It took 3 batteries when they finally fixed it. Oh and then if you like freezing in -10 to -20 oi dilution for the 1.5 liter. Engine temp dropped to cold if you had blower on high and you where in stop and go. Plastics all over the place cheap thin materials typical Japanese as I noticed at the car show. And terrible lag due from CVT turbo combo. Electronics completely going crazy on Touring all safeties turned on and off no fix. So yeah I just picked up a new 2020 VW Tiguan no issues with acceleration it's no Porsche but gets going and also not bad on gas.
Alright let's see how that Tiguan will hold up. Agree that the CrV isn't a good buy especially the first model year
The first and second gen tiguan are one of the most reliable SUVs in europe and top 3 most reliable vw model in recent history. The suspension is durable and unlikely smth will need replacing before 300.000km, maybe the sway bar bushings.
I’ve driven BMW Audi and VW vehicles for about 10 years. So far I’ve had the best fuel efficiency in them. The build quality is awesome and they very very rarely visit the dealer. Engines always provide good power and over they are very safe vehicles. Even when I’m driving an Asian vehicle it sucks the wind noise is terrible. AlWAYS an anemic engine and the technology is maybe 6 years behind.
@@speedkar99 I have a 2019 tiguan Se with 54k miles no problem so far.
Can you do this for the Mercedes Metris? I'm planning on buying one and I need to know how easy it is to fix.
I bought my sister a 2018 Tiguan and it has a tapping noise when it is cold. Dealer said it is normal but it did not do that when it was brand new. Called Volkswagen of America and is waiting for a reply. It usually takes a couple of days.
To many complicated systems, much more possibility for failure..
Perfect as usual. May I ask about a how the Toyota ecvt works video?
I'd love to tear one down. Let me know if you can send one
@@speedkar99 that would be awesome but we are half world apart 😔
I like this series but I wish you would do more research.
No VW came with a brake disc "wiper" - this function is done by the ABS system, using the regular brake caliper and pads, on most VWs that have a rain sensor. One less part to fail.
The oil filter housing on these engines is in an excellent position. Oil changes are designed to be done by evacuation, for which you should loosen the filter first. It will be dry by the time the evacuation is complete. Not a single drop of spilled oil on the changes I've done on my Golf.
Finally, the hate for Torx has got to stop. Torx will hold the most torque of any common internally wrenching fastener. An externally wrenching bolt would be ideal, but costs have to be cut somewhere. I used to work on 767s and 747s, all of the under wing panels are secured with Phillips screws. All day long, screw extraction after screw extraction, valve grinding compound, screw knockers, because the screws are above your head and people are too lazy to push up firmly and hold the screw gun straight when tightening. I would've killed for Torx.
Good thoughts, thanks.
Torx or internal hex doesn't work for us in Rusty climates unfortunately
Please make a mechanical review on the 2020- 2021 TOYOTA Camry XSE V6
what year Tiguan are you reviewing?
any plans for a Mazda CX 30 technical review?
Hey I really like your channel congrats!! Do a review on lexus rx350 2015 back!!! Thx
I'm looking into the newer Highlander it's similar
speedkar99 btw r u from Toronto? If so do u have ur shop here? U seems to be very good mechanic “our scotty from Canada”😀
Was that start-up for real?
Yeah
@@speedkar99 That was horrible
it looks like a relatively new vehicle, but sound like an engine with half a million km...
@@speedkar99 What is wrong with it? Just a lot of miles?
@@ARentz07 Its brand new lol
My Tiguan is made in Germany. No complaints about quality at all.
Good to hear.
Looks like a lot of the parts are easy to access for change out though a lot of plastic going on here. For example I have a 07 tundra 5.7 and things like the starter/alternator are hard to access their tightly snugged to the bottom of the engine.
Yeah the Toyota V8 has a really bad starter placement
Where is the crankshaft position sensor on the 2017?
I am not sure that an assembly plant in Mexico will, in general, be worse than a plant in any other country.
Sure, a new plant vs. existing plant can have a difference, but with any new car / tech, there could be a difference too.
They might be the same quality standard but if it's not sourced and designed properly then it won't last
@@speedkar99 Correct.
Mexico / Germany or a US plant is where assembly takes place mostly.
US-spec VWs are usually less fancy than the same vehicle in Europe. Sometimes, the vehicles only share the same name (some Passat models).
It's as if the latest series of reviews was made especially for me 😁
I would be really surprised if you reviewed a 2017nish Volvo XC60 next .. I'm in the market for a new/used car and on my list of 5 potentials I had the CX5 (done), the Qashqai (done), the Tucson (can't be much different from the Santa Fe, so considering it to be done), the Tiguan (now done), and a 3 to 4 year old used but low milage XC60 with the D4 engine (can't afford brand new)
Never buy a new Volvo, they depreciate very badly.
Nice! I got a couple of Jeeps, 4runner and Murano coming soon. I'd love to check Volvo... They have an interesting rear suspension design
@@speedkar99 that sounds very interesting! Looking forward to new content on your channel. Perhaps you have considered reviewing a r36 passat? That looks like an interesting car to see a review of.
Can you please tell me if all of the Tiguans are ---- All Wheel Drive ?? Just bought a used Tiguan. Thank you for your help.
Is there anything that compensates for the premium price that VW charges? Lots of plastic, some aluminum in the suspension but that's it?
Tilt wheel steering and some good gearing while it lasts?
@@mattaomartinez.9817 Some good gearing? How so?
You also get several VW badges or logos on it... isn't that enough?!??!
@@heisenberg6481 i heard those german cars have a better transfer of power. But some of their motors do slap. My brother's jetta has been good to him so far. Im waiting for his first crazy repair bill. But three years later still choochin.
@@mattaomartinez.9817 I'm in europe, so german cars are an everyday here, i do believe what you say, but generally i just see them as the most balanced cars and nothing else, what you talk about i see more on Audi's and not so much on VW's, they have some interesting things like the DSG, but i don't see much of a reason to get that premium price.
feel like everyone who buys any car should get a rundown like this.
By the dealership for totally informed customer
Hi, what is your opinion on installing an oil catch can on a GDI turbo charged engine ?
Thanks.
It'll help a little
2018 Tiguan is my first and last VW.
2 Months in and it goes to VW for going into limp mode due to what I was told a loose connector at the accelerator pedal.
Then is gets recalled for a coolant bottle @ 10k and the coolant still noticeably drops between services, I can even smell coolant after a long drive. I mentioned to VW I suspected coolant loss/burn stated the amount of cooling I'm loosing between services is normal, What?
Recall for ECU reprogramming @ 20k.
Then about 30k I started getting warning flashes on the dash and by the time I look down it's gone and doesn't appear in the fancy vehicle status screen. Check engine light going on then off and VW says it was all a low battery but tested it and didn't recommend replacing it.
30k service included 2 new tires with alignment, all new rear brakes, diff fluid change, cabin filter, brake flush to the tune of $2000.
I'm afraid to work on this myself like I have every other car I've owned because with all the issues its having I want to make sure VW doesn't use me working on it as a way to weasel out of honoring warranty work.
Now at 32k Transmission goes into "emergency mode" and had to bring it in for shifter replacement.
I would never ever buy a vw again, it's sounds like a great nightmare
The VW Touareg was its big brother, but was replaced by the even larger Atlas/Atlas Sport.
Yea
Taoureg is still available, just not here in the usa. The atlas is not a serious off roader like the taoureg
Thanks for your review! Great vehicle design, the engine is very refined. They actually perfected the 2.0 TFSI for more than a decade to make it more reliable. The oil change and spark plug job is an absolute breeze. For DIYers who are concerned with the plastic oil pan, it is very easy to replace it with a metal one.
Due to a recent car shortage i ended up purchasing an inexpensive base model 2021, brand new that's currenty at 4k miles.... Going to follow scheduled maintenance intervals and see how long it lasts before major problems arise. Honestly curious.
Hopefully all goes well. Pay attention to the oil levels at every gas fill up
How's it going so far? I'm thinking about buying this model
@@sailorsct4292 so far so good 👍 currently sitting at 23k miles. It fits a full costco run along with entire family. Good power and 36 mpg on road trips on regular gas.
You mentioned that that that the design does not include a radiator drain plug, Additionally, it doesnt really include a 'main' radiator fill-cap. Instead, there is the remote radiator overflow tank... that allows 'filling' there... which only works if the radiator (and system) is already filled with water.
When the 18mm (small) horse 'blows' between the reservoir and the radiator for example... and ALL the water blows out of the engine, and you're on the road in the Sierra, then NO 'gas station' mechanic can simply patch the hose, and put water BACK into the engine... without 'special skills' or an electric pump.
I don't recall seeing a car with an exposed torque converter before. I guess they figure it will help cool it off. Interesting.
Perfect video 😎👍
Some good qualities, but thanks to this review, I believe the bad outweigh the good.
Such as?
@@SDav21 the plastic oil pan, the valve adjustment solenoids, the gdi only, the computer on the rear diff, the millions of torx and triple squares, etc.
@@andybub45 And yet, that engine and its mechanicals have been proven all over the world and are doing just fine. Also, torx allows for better and more accurate torque on the bolts and are less prone to stripping from taking it out or putting it back in. It's why they use it.
@@SDav21 proven to fail, yes, terrible engines, ive had them blown up quite a lot in my shop
Direct injection turbos are not really new from VW, the mark 5 GTI had the FSI engine almost 20 years ago now.
Volkswagen seems to make more complex vehicles than the rest. I like that VW takes risks unlike Toyota.
I like it because its mechanically interesting. I wouldn't own one though.
@@speedkar99it's obvious that you've never owned one.
You've a quack
Thank you for reviewing normal cars. Now when normal people ask me what car they should get I can suggest something.
Or suggest nothing after knowing too much about cars haha
SO WHICH BUDGET CAR HAS THE BEST CONSTRUCTION?
I have 88000 on my Jetta GLI in 4 years and it has been fantastic. Only issue I had was with the plastic oil pan. If you change the oil you must use an OEM replacement plug, the third party ones leak.
You are the man!
Hi, can you do Subaru BRZ review just like this.
Send me yours ill film
@@speedkar99 hahaha that's a good one
Based in your experience is a smart move buying a lexus rx350 2010 one owner with 170k km well maintained?
Yea
What do you think about the 1.5 tsi engine? Is reliable?thank!
European version of the Tiguan is made in Germany. Here it has quite a good reputation.
Reliable?
Last gen was built in Germany too, and I heard that was quite bad already
Muh "oh they make them better in germany" story from germans. If I had a nickel...
@@greggc.touftree5936 maybe they actually are.
@@speedkar99 kinda reliable, you be lucky if it lasted 120k miles with no major problems, i've seen one with 16k miles that had bent rods for some reason
Best Volkswagen SUV that Mexico has to offer.
Haha