Volkswagen Tiguan vs Ford Edge

Crossover vehicles have become an incredibly popular car model due to their spacious interior cabin and sporty exterior and drive. With a crossover vehicle you get the best of both worlds, the durability and cargo space of an SUV combined with the power of a smaller car. Two of the most prominent models currently on the market are the Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Ford Edge.

Here at Prestige Volkswagen we know how important car comparisons are to the car-buying process which is why we've created a handy breakdown of these two popular crossovers. Keep reading to narrow down your search for the next vehicle that will take on the streets of Turnersville, Cherry Hill, and Mount Laurel, NJ, with you!

MPG Rating

Volkswagen Tiguan	VS	Ford Edge
21 city / 29 highway1	MPG Rating	22 city / 29 highway2

The first thing that stands out when comparing these two crossovers is the MPG ratings. The VW Tiguan and the Ford Edge are neck and neck. When shopping around for your next vehicle, it's important to keep an eye on the MPG ratings because they will help you save on gas money and save the environment at the same time.

Driver-Assistant Safety Features

The Volkswagen Tiguan comes standard with a number of driver-assistant safety features while the Ford Edge offers most of them as an additional cost add-on.

Volkswagen Tiguan Standard Safety Features

• Rear View Camera System
  • Wide lens helps you see obstacles while backing up
• Safety Cage
  • Front and rear crumple zone absorb crash energy to deflect it away from passengers
• Intelligent Crash Response System
  • In the event of a crash this system turns off the fuel pump, unlocks the doors for quick exiting, and activates your hazard lights
• Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
  • Helps slow the vehicle down after a collision
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  • Monitors and maintains proper air pressure in your tires to help with efficiency and safety
  • Alerts you when tire pressure is low
• Seven stability-enhancing systems
  • Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution
  • Electronic Stability Control

Ford Edge Standard Safety Features

• Personal Safety System™ 
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
• Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) System
• Rear-view Camera
•     Assists you when backing up

As you can see, the VW Tiguan offers more standard safety features than the Ford Edge. This means with the VW Tiguan you won't be paying more money to stay safe.

Schedule Your Next Test Drive!

We hope this comparison of the Volkswagen Tiguan vs. Ford Edge helped you narrow down your options when it comes to deciding on your next crossover vehicle. Here at Prestige Volkswagen serving the drivers of Turnersville, Cherry Hill, and Mount Laurel, NJ, we want you to feel comfortable and confident as you drive off the lot in your new crossover.

For more information or to schedule a test drive, call us or stop by today!

 

¹ 21 city/29 highway MPG (2019 Tiguan 2.0L, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

² EPA-estimated city/hwy MPG for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.