FAMILY FUN

If the Golf R hatch is too compact, consider the Golf R Wagon that delivers increased legroom and cargo space for $68,990 plus onroads – an extra $3000. If that’s too dear, the compact T-Roc R crossover is cheaper at $59,300, but makes do with a less-powerful engine and a regular all-wheel-drive system without the torque-vectoring diff. Those aren’t in dealerships yet. But you can pick up a new Tiguan R today for $68,990 plus on-roads — about $78,000 drive-away. It has

the same 235kW motor as the Golf R in a family-friendly package capable of ripping to 100km/h in 5.1 seconds with the aid of launch control. Torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive helps the Tiguan stay surprisingly tidy when hustled, though it doesn’t feel particularly potent in everyday driving. The big selling point for the Tiguan is improved practicality – stuff such as a bigger boot, a tiltand-slide rear bench and a conventional cabin layout that’s more intuitive than the Golf.