Reader Review of the Week: 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

“For me the size is perfect; don’t get it if you’re looking for a full size SUV for a big family. This is a compact SUV, so for a couple or a family with one child it’s perfect. I love the interior. The Honda CR-V with its handicap gear shift doesn’t stand a chance. The quality of materials is the nicest I’ve seen in the class. The design is clean and well thought through; all the controls feel right in place. The cruise control is a little different, but not too hard to figure out.

“I didn’t get the navigation, but it’s still cool to have the touch screen for all the radio controls. The only downside that I’ve experienced is gas mileage. I haven’t taken it on the highway for too long yet, but in the city I’ve been getting about 17-18 miles per gallon.”