2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan
When we compare the 2021 BMW X1's and the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW X1's and the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X1 is a better car than the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Pricing
A used 2021 BMW X1 ranges from $26,090 to $37,501 while a used 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan is priced between $20,233 to $31,772.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value and the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 BMW X1 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Tiguan's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Volkswagen Tiguan being ranked 11 out of 21 Best 7-Seater SUVs.
2021 BMW X1 vs. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Tiguan the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the BMW X1 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 BMW X1’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan base engine makes 184 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. The Tiguan is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. The X1 uses premium unleaded, and the Tiguan uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The 2021 BMW X1, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 BMW X1 has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.79 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$26,090 - $37,501
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$20,233 - $31,772
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.1%
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Tiguan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
BMW X1 Rankings
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64 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Trim Levels
S, S 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SE R-Line Black, SE R-Line Black 4Motion, SEL, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
135.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3567 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3735 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
185.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/65R17
