2021 Tiguan SEL vs. 2024 Murano SL

[sharkosharko]

My 74-year-old uncle wants help in picking his next car. He wants something easier to get in and out of than his old F-150. He told me he test-drove a 2021 Tiguan SEL AWD (no third row, thankfully) and a brand new Murano SL. He liked the way the Tiguan handled, like how it was less floaty than the Murano... but I'm not familiar with VW reliability. This Tiguan has 29k miles and they're asking $24k. I would love to know if this is a smart pick long-term for someone just running errands and doing occasional road trips now and then. He's too old for hardcore, he says.

 

[FolksBaggin']

Your uncle has a point about the Tiguan's handling, it definitely feels sharper compared to the Murano. When it comes to VW reliability, it's about average, you might run into a few common minor issues. But honestly, 29,000 miles for $24,000 seems reasonable if the car has been well taken care of. The Murano, on the other hand, is known to be more reliable and comfortable, but it doesn't quite have that sporty edge and tends to be pricier. If he's looking for a fun, solid daily driver and doesn't mind handling the occasional minor repairs, the Tiguan could be a great choice. For a more relaxed and stress-free driving experience, though, the Murano is the way to go. And remember, it's always wise to have a mechanic take a look before making a decision

 

[coziestpanda]

$24k is too much, try to look for a better deal first before comparing.

 

[superbear]

$24k is too much, try to look for a better deal first before comparing.

For me $24k seems reasonable if the car's in good shape. Overall, it's a smart, low-stress choice for someone who wants a simple, smooth ride. You can always haggle, im sure thats not the last price

 

[CauliflowerKindly48]

Your uncle has a point about the Tiguan's handling, it definitely feels sharper compared to the Murano. When it comes to VW reliability, it's about average, you might run into a few common minor issues. But honestly, 29,000 miles for $24,000 seems reasonable if the car has been well taken care of. The Murano, on the other hand, is known to be more reliable and comfortable, but it doesn't quite have that sporty edge and tends to be pricier. If he's looking for a fun, solid daily driver and doesn't mind handling the occasional minor repairs, the Tiguan could be a great choice. For a more relaxed and stress-free driving experience, though, the Murano is the way to go. And remember, it's always wise to have a mechanic take a look before making a decision

Thanks for the breakdown! I'm just starting to look at crossovers, so this helps a lot. What kind of minor issues do Tiguans usually have? And does the Murano's comfort mean softer suspension or just better seats?