2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Wins Best Compact SUV In Good Housekeeping’s Best Family Car Awards

The Volkswagen Tiguan is known for its versatility. Boasting capable performance, flexible cabin space, and a wealth of cutting-edge technology, the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan delivers an unforgettable driving experience. This well-rounded capability hasn't gone unnoticed— Good Housekeeping has named the 2026 Tiguan the Best Compact SUV in its 2026 Best Family Car Awards. Learn how the VW Tiguan earned its title with Herman Cook Volkswagen before visiting our dealership in Encinitas to find a Volkswagen SUV that works for your family. 

Best Family Car Awards: How The VW Tiguan Stood Out

The Good Housekeeping's Best Family Car Awards combine expert car-testing data from Car and Driver with feedback from Good Housekeeping Institute analysts and their families. See what each team had to say about the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan:

• Car and Driver: Andrew Wendler, an associate editor at Car and Driver, said that the VW Tiguan is "more fun to drive than most of its rivals," due to the addition of a range-topping turbocharged four-cylinder engine. He also notes that "the added length of the new Tiguan makes for a more practical compact crossover," and that "the additional cargo space is a huge plus." 

• Good Housekeeping: The analyst at Good Housekeeping found that, as a dad, he was massively impressed by the storage and space inside the cabin: "A stroller, a baby carrier, and a big car seat all fit perfectly well inside the vehicle." He also noted that parking was "extremely easy" and that it delivers "excellent handling, responsive steering, and a smooth ride supported by many driving-assistance features."

2026 VW Tiguan: Providing Peace Of Mind On Every Family Adventure

Volkswagen is committed to building safe, reliable vehicles for families in Encinitas. That's why the 2026 VW Tiguan offers the IQ.DRIVE® suite standard across the lineup. When you get behind the wheel of the Volkswagen Tiguan, you'll enjoy advanced safety tech like:

• Travel Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Active Blind Spot Monitor
• Rear Traffic Alert
• Front Assist
• Emergency Assist 
• Lane Assist

Test-Drive The Award-Winning Volkswagen Tiguan At Herman Cook Volkswagen

If you're searching for your family's next SUV, visit Herman Cook Volkswagen to get behind the wheel of the award-winning VW Tiguan. Contact us online or by phone at (760) 753-6256 to schedule a test drive in Encinitas, and our team will help you find the right Volkswagen for your busy lifestyle. While you wait, explore our new vehicle incentives to see all the latest offers available for the VW Tiguan.