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Toyota Corolla vs. Volkswagen Tiguan

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Tiguan contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Corolla and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

When we compare the Toyota Corolla's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Volkswagen Tiguan has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla's and the Volkswagen Tiguan's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla is a better car than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Pricing: For a new model, the Toyota Corolla's price is between $24,034 and $29,050, with the Volkswagen Tiguan priced between $30,884 and $42,730.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla loses 31.3 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Tiguan loses 47.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla retains 16.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.3 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Tiguan's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 8 out of 37 Best Small Cars and the Volkswagen Tiguan being ranked 13 out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Corolla is 7.8 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Tiguan the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Corolla a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Tiguan base engine makes 201 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Volkswagen Tiguan, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Corolla, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Corolla has higher safety ratings than the Volkswagen Tiguan, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.45 out of 5 Stars.

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Toyota Corolla
Volkswagen Tiguan

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

24034 - 29050

Starting MSRP:

22725

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

25166

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

22725 - 27795

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

30884 - 42730

Starting MSRP:

30245

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

28836

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

24135 - 30995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

27845

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

27845 - 27845

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

35325

Price Range:

28038 - 42186

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

32106

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

28107 - 36583

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

7318

Depreciation %:

0.3220387

Resale Value $:

15407

Residual Value %:

0.6779613

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)

0.30390054

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.28391798 - 0.41895823

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

14582

Depreciation %:

0.48211785

Resale Value $:

15663

Residual Value %:

0.5178821499999999

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact SUVs)

0.43208374

Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact SUVs)

0.30791758 - 0.51647538

Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Volkswagen Tiguan Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.6 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

7.4 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Corolla

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

11.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

15.4

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

11.8 - 16.2

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.184

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Tiguan

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10.4

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

11.3

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

9.6 - 15.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.02



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.0725529922117

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.6 - 16.1

Toyota Corolla Rankings

Best Small Cars Under $25k

4 / 13

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

5 / 37

Most Reliable Small Cars Under $25k

5 / 13

Best Family Small Cars

6 / 37

Best Small Cars for the Money

6 / 22

Best Small Cars

8 / 37

Most Reliable Small Cars

8 / 37

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

8 / 37

Most Affordable Small Cars

8 / 22

Safest Small Cars

10 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

18 / 37

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

19 / 37

Most Comfortable Small Cars

22 / 37

Best Small Cars for Tall People

28 / 37

Volkswagen Tiguan Rankings

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

1 / 30

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 30

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

2 / 2

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

2 / 2

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

6 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

8 / 18

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

9 / 34

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 19

Most Affordable Small SUVs

10 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

11 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

11 / 13

Most Reliable Small SUVs

12 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

12 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

13 / 56

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 34

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

13 / 20

Best Small SUVs

13 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

14 / 20

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

14 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

16 / 67

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 34

Best Off-road Small SUVs

17 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

18 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

19 / 34

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

22 / 56

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 34

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

29 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

32 / 34

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

32 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

32 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

33 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

34 / 34

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

39 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

42 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

47 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

49 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

50 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

54 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

65 / 67

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Toyota Corolla Trim Levels

LE, SE, XSE

Volkswagen Tiguan Trim Levels

S, S 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SE R-Line Black, SE R-Line Black 4Motion, SEL R-Line 4Motion

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 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

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.45 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

169 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque:

151 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.057 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

201 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque:

207 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

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):


26 / 34 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

377 / 493 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

51.7 inches

Cargo Space:

13.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

88.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.7 inches

Cargo Space:

26.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

58.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

130.3 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2955 lbs

Width:

70.1 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

182.3 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3563 lbs

Width:

84.7 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

184.4 inches

Wheelbase:

109.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P205/55R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

polished aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

215/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Celestite / Underground

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Ice Cap / Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Deep Black Pearl

Blue

Not available

Gray

Platinum Gray Metallic

Red

Not available

Silver

Pyrite Silver Metallic

White

Pure White

Interior Colors

Beige

Macadamia/Mocha

Black

Black

Gray

Light Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Not available

Gray

Grigio Gray/Titan Black

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