The VW Tiguan and the Kia Sportage allow you to configure your seating for more cargo volume. Implementing the versatile and standard 40/20/40-split folding second row in the VW Tiguan will allow you to create up to 65.3 cubic feet of cargo volume in the front-wheel models. If your VW Tiguan is equipped with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive, you’ll have up to 73.4 cubic feet to work with.

The Kia Sportage comes with the 60/40 split-folding and reclining rear-seat system, which allows you to max out the cargo volume at 74.1 cubic feet.

When comparing the 5-seat VW Tiguan to the Sportage, they’re closely matched in the cargo department. However, if you need extended space, the 7-seat VW Tiguan configuration offers more room and versatility overall.

As mentioned, the VW Tiguan is available as a 5-seat or a 7-seat model, which allows you to choose a model fit for your family. On the other hand, the Kia Sportage only seats up to five passengers.

So, whether you’re considering adding a bundle of joy to your crew or you need extra space for all your essentials, the VW Tiguan can provide the flexibility you desire.

One way the Volkswagen Tiguan enhances the overall driving experience for everyone on board is with the available 9-speaker Fender® Premium Audio System. Appreciate your favorite driving soundtrack to the fullest with this impressive sound system.

The Kia Sportage has a comparable Harman Kardon® Surround Sound system; however, it only has eight speakers.

Another feature you’ll want to take note of is available Volkswagen Car-Net®. This allows you to interact with your vehicle from miles away through various functions, such as locking and unlocking your vehicle, remote start, and more. The Kia has a similar system called Kia Connect.

However, what sets these two systems apart is Amazon Alexa compatibility. In the VW Tiguan, VW Car-Net® skills for Amazon Alexa™ is available, which means you can pair your Amazon Alexa account to your VW Car-Net® account. Once connected, you can ask your Alexa-enabled device to send remote commands to the VW Tiguan, such as, “Hey Alexa, ask Car Net® to start my car.”

While the Kia’s comparable system functions in similar ways, it goes without an Amazon Alexa partnership to enhance remote access usability.

When it comes to safety, the VW Tiguan and the Kia Sportage are both equipped to help keep you secure. These impressive SUVs come with standard driver-assistive features, such as:

Both SUVs also come standard with a rear view camera, which helps you ease out of parking spots like a pro and helps avoid inanimate objects in your reversal path.

One available feature in the Volkswagen Tiguan is Travel Assist. This feature offers a semi-autonomous driving experience that can help steer, accelerate, and brake while your hands are on the wheel. It helps keep your vehicle centered within your lane and maintains a safe following distance from the vehicles ahead, adding to your confidence on the road.

The Kia Sportage has an available smart cruise control system that helps adapt to the road; however, it lacks the same level of self-driving capabilities as the VW Tiguan.