The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SE has a pretty compelling combination of practical proportions and user-friendliness. On a long ride across New England, where I braved everything from sunshine to snowstorms, I really grew to enjoy this modestly appointed machine.
There’s an inkling that’s been percolating in my brain lately: Top-trim models are no longer the best. The Tiguan brought this to mind after just reading our original review of a high-spec SEL model. Take a look at the cockpit of this SE model versus the high-feature SEL. I think this vehicle actually looks better with simple plastic than leather and wood textures.
The Tiguan SE is an honest car; aesthetically cohesive and capable. Not an exceptional vehicle in any particular direction, but a nice package at a …
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Author: Andrew P. Collins
