You’re part of an adventurous family. Even when you’re not camping under the stars, trying the newest rollercoaster at your local amusement park, road-tripping to national parks, or exploring the best of what Dearborn, Detroit, or Hamtramck MI, has to offer with your wild bunch, you’re typically on the road.
If you spend a lot of time traveling for business or for pleasure, you’ll need the Volkswagen Tiguan or the Audi Q5. These premium SUVs can offer something special to your commutes, but which one is right for your family? Our LaFontaine Volkswagen Dearborn team has crafted this comparison to help you decide. Let’s go!
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Whether you’re exploring the countryside, hiking through forests, or spending a day at the beach, adventure sure draws a crowd. Because of this, you’ll need a model that provides room for your loved ones and their essentials. Which SUV offers plenty of space for both?
One of the main differences between the VW Tiguan and the Audi Q5 is their size. The Volkswagen is a larger 3-row SUV that can seat up to seven riders, while the Audi is a 2-row model with seating for up to five. Two additional seats make the VW Tiguan the optimal choice for growing families or for adventurers who enjoy carpooling!
Despite this difference, both SUVs dedicate plenty of space to their passengers. In fact, both models offer over 40 inches of front legroom and 39.6 inches of front headroom.
One reason to drive a larger vehicle is to have more cargo space, and oh does the VW Tiguan deliver! Adventurous families like yours will enjoy the additional flexibility and the versatile space the VW Tiguan leaves for your cargo. How much space does it offer exactly? Let’s see:
- 65.3 cubic feet behind the first row
- 33 cubic feet behind the second row
- 12 cubic feet behind the third row
In comparison, the Audi offers up to 54.1 cubic feet of space for your getaway gear and essentials. Behind the second row, you’ll find a 25.9-cubic-foot trunk that falls short of the Volkswagen.
Technology is essential during a road trip. After all, what’s better than singing your favorite music and playing air instruments to pass the time? Both the VW Tiguan and the Q5 offer high-tech cockpits to provide the entertainment you crave for your long-distance jaunts.
In either SUV, you’ll have Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™ to pair your smartphone to the infotainment suite! These easy-to-use integrations transfer your favorite streaming apps to your cabin’s command center, making it easy to call friends and family, jam out to your driving playlist, or chip away at an audiobook from the road.
What’s cozier than talking to a loved one or enjoying your comfort podcast? The standard heated front seats on either SUV know the answer to that one!
To your right is the infotainment hub, and behind the wheel, you’ll find all your vehicle’s need-to-know information. The Volkswagen Digital Cockpit measures eight inches and puts vital info in crystal-clear quality. If you upgrade to the available Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro, you’ll gain a larger, configurable screen!
In comparison, the Audi Q5 features a standard 7-inch color driver information system, which narrows your field of view. You can upgrade to the available virtual cockpit plus that increases the screen size.
Although your soul calls to the wild, the safety of you and your loved ones matters most. Because of this, you want a vehicle that prioritizes your protection. The standard safety suites on the VW Tiguan and the Audi Q5 have your peace of mind covered!
If you’re looking for an SUV that puts driver assistance on every trim level, you’ll love the VW Tiguan and the Audi Q5. These premium models offer several standard safety systems; in fact, they have brand-specific versions of these features in common:
- Pedestrian Monitoring
- Forward Collision Warning
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert
Under the watchful eye of these features, you’ll feel confident taking on new routes all over town!
Find yourself in a parking pickle? The available Area View camera on the Volkswagen and the available top view camera system on the Audi use expertly placed cameras to create a composite shot of your surroundings. You’ll be able to navigate out of that tight squeeze like a pro!
Also looking out for you is an available Dynamic Road Sign Display on the VW Tiguan. This feature continues to watch your surroundings as you drive and takes note of road information, like speed limit or restricted traffic zone signs. It will then share this information on the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit! Unfortunately, the Q5 offers no comparable feature.
Adventure awaits! The VW Tiguan and the Audi Q5 can take you far beyond Dearborn, Detroit, and Hamtramck MI, but which model would you rather have with you on your travels? Thanks to its larger interior, bigger digital instrument cluster, and a unique safety feature, the VW Tiguan deserves the winning spot in your convoy.
Do you agree? If so, visit LaFontaine Volkswagen Dearborn today to take this Volkswagen SUV for a spin.
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