2021 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2021 Mazda CX-5: Choosing performance

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan has always stood out by offering its owners an inspired, dynamic and efficient drive while pampering its passengers with impressive comfort. The only SUV designed in Germany in its segment, the Volkswagen Tiguan stands out with its style, balance and handling. This is what sets it apart from its competition like the 2021 Mazda CX-5.

A more efficient engine in the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan comes standard with the engine offering the most torque in the segment. It's a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. No other engine offers as much torque and performance as the Tiguan in its base livery in the compact SUV segment. The 2021 Mazda CX-5, for example, puts out 187 horsepower with its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but only 187 pound-feet of torque.

However, when it comes to SUVs and performance, what matters most is torque. It is what dictates the initial acceleration and passing. A vehicle with more torque will therefore be more efficient in all everyday situations and at this level, the Volkswagen Tiguan 2021 really stands out.

It also stands out from its competition in terms of cargo space. It offers 1,065 liters of trunk space, nearly 200 liters more than the 2021 Mazda CX-5. The latter offers 875 liters, which places it near the bottom of the segment in terms of cargo capacity. The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is also more spacious for both front and rear passengers.

There are also exclusive technologies in the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan that you won’t find in the 2021 Mazda CX-5. Examples include the blind spot monitoring system as standard, while its Virtual Cockpit digital instrument panel gives the cabin a real luxury feel. The new Volkswagen Tiguan 2021 stands out on several levels and offers you luxury and refinement with exceptional performance.

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