The Volkswagen Tiguan is a compact crossover SUV that has been in production since 2007, when it was released at the Frankfurt Motor Show. It has a similar body style to the Volkswagen Golf model.

The Tiguan is equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. It generates 200 hp at 5,100 rpm and 207 lb-ft torque at 5,000 rpm, reaches 60 miles per hour from rest in 7.8 seconds and has a fuel economy of 18 city and 26 highway miles per gallon.

Features of the crossover include remote keyless entry and engine start, eight speakers, CD player, Bluetooth hands-free calling system, iPod integration, touch-screen sound system, power-sliding panoramic sun roof and more. The standard edition of the SUV is available with cloth upholstery, while the higher trims come with leather seating.

There are three trim levels of the Tiguan - S, SE and SEL - beginning at $23, 485. The SUV is available in Deep Black, Night Blue, Wild Cherry, Alpine Gray, Reflex Silver, White Gold or Candy White.