Volkswagen's Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo Earns a Long-Term Test Seat

A 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo has joined a long-term test fleet, where it will log 40,000 miles under sustained evaluation rather than a quick first drive. The trim pairs Volkswagen's traditional value proposition with a cabin the testers describe as luxury-like, the kind of combination that rewards a longer look rather than a weekend loan. Over tens of thousands of miles, the SEL R-Line Turbo will face the wear, road trips, and daily errands that separate a good first impression from a car worth owning.

With reporting from Car and Driver.