2017 VW Tiguan (2nd Generation)

Volkswagen Tiguan : Official Review

The Volkswagen Tiguan is on sale in India at a price of between Rs. 26.56 - 29.83 lakhs (ex-Delhi).

What you'll like:

• A well-built European SUV with classy styling
• Spacious, high-quality cabin. Big 615-liter boot too
• Smooth 7-speed DSG automatic. Lightning quick upshifts
• Impressive highway stability & handling for a Crossover
• AWD is standard. Good for touring & tackling rough terrain
• Loaded with features & technology (including a beautiful panoramic sunroof)
• 5-star NCAP rating & top-notch safety kit

What you won't:

• Overpriced by a couple of lakhs! Heavy premium over the Hyundai Tucson
• Many will find the design too bland & understated. Lacks street cred
• Engine feels adequate, but isn't exciting. You'd expect more power at this price
• Stiff ride quality, especially on the back seat (our test car had the 18" rims)
• Despite this being a new wet clutch DSG, we have our finger's crossed on its reliability
• No cheaper MT or FWD variants
• VW's sub-par dealership & service experiences


Volkswagen knows that if they have to make any sort of impact in India, they have to be present in more segments and the SUV segment in particular is the most lucrative.

Globally, Volkswagen sold more than 2.64 million units of the first-generation Tiguan before unveiling the second-generation car at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt in 2015.

The company has now brought the second-generation Tiguan to India. The Tiguan is smaller and priced much lower than the erstwhile Touareg. This makes it the first relevant Volkswagen SUV in India...with a wider appeal.

The Tiguan is assembled in Volkswagen's Aurangabad plant and comes in two variants - Comfortline and Highline, priced at Rs. 26.56 lakhs and Rs. 29.83 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively.

For a locally assembled car, this VW is priced at a premium. In fact, the Tiguan is priced at par with much larger SUVs such as the Ford Endeavour.

Ideally, it should have been priced on par with the Hyundai Tucson, instead it's more than 5 lakhs higher than the Hyundai, making the Tucson which we thought was expensive to begin with, appear VFM.

At this premium price, it is clear that Volkswagen is not looking at volumes, but going after maximizing profits.

The Tiguan does have one big USP. It is a premium SUV which offers a similar European feel as the big three German marques...without the badge.

It will attract buyers who want the premium Euro feel, but don't want to be associated with a flashy badge and are willing to pay close to 40 lakhs.

There's a good segment of the market that would rather not have a three-pointed star, quad rings or a white & blue propeller in their driveway. The Tiguan is also a size larger than the Q3, X1 and GLA.

The Tiguan is available with only one engine in India - a 2.0L, 4-cylinder diesel. This is rather surprising, considering the fact that petrol mills have been gaining popularity in recent years. The choice of transmissions is also limited to just a 7-speed DSG with all-wheel drive as standard.


Full review & many pictures at the link below:

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/official-new-car-reviews/190607-volkswagen-tiguan-official-review.html
 
Car Comparison: Hyundai Tucson takes on VW Tiguan

Launched in 2016, the Hyundai Tucson and Volkswagen Tiguan have made quite the impression on South Africa’s motoring public.

Both SUVs made such a ding that they have been named as finalists for the 2017 SA Car of the Year competition. But as great as this accolade/nomination may be, these vehicles offer a completely different package to buyers, despite there only being a R6000 price difference.

Here are five differences between the Tiguan Comfortline R-Line and Tucson 1.6 Turbo Executive.

1. Drivetrains

Both SUVs make use of turbocharged petrol engines that are mated to six-speed manual gearboxes driving the front wheels, but that’s about the only similarities they have. The Tiguan’s 1.4-litre engine kicks out 92kW/200Nm compared to the Tucson’s 130kW/265Nm. The Tiguan feels slightly more responsive than the Korean SUV, because its torque is already available at 1400rpm

The Hyundai’s engine only peaks at a very high 4500rpm! But on the open road the Tucson is the better choice; providing pulling power even in sixth gear without the need to cog down to fifth for that extra punch.

2. Weight and size

As with any SUV, these vehicles need to supply in families’ needs. And for that to happen both need to be big, without looking and/or feeling bulky. The Tucson is the heavier of the two (2120kg vs. 1960kg), but it has a lower ground clearance than the Tiguan: 172mm vs. 191mm. Thanks to 19” tyres on the Tiguan and 17”s on the Tucson, both vehicles have proper road holding abilities despite their sizes. Speaking of, size rarely comes into play and stopping these 2-ton machines is never an issue.

Both seat five occupants, but when the rear bench is folded flat, the Tiguan’s load volume increases from 520-1655L and the Tucson’s from 488-1478L.

Clearly, then, the Tiguan is lighter, has better ground clearance for gravel roads, and rides on bigger tyres for improved stability than the Tucson. Plus it has the space a family would need.

3. Performance

Thanks to its power advantage, the Tucson will sprint from 0-100km/h in 9.2 seconds over the Tiguan’s 10.5sec time. It will also outrun its German counterpart in the top speed department: 203km/h vs. 190km/h. But the Tiguan claws back some ground with a fuel consumption that is rated at 6.1-litres/100km over the Tucson’s figure of 8.3. Theoretically, the Tiguan should be able to reach 951km when its 58L fuel tank is filled to the brim and the Tucson 747km from its 62L tank. The Tucson would outrun the Tiguan in a 100m race, but the Tiguan has the legs for distance.

4. Tech and features

In the technology department the Tiguan has the better of the Tucson. Both have standard features such as Bluetooth and AUX/USB connectivity, cruise control and an on-board computer to mention but a few, but the German is one ahead of the Korean. Our test Tiguan boasted adaptive cruise control that adjusts the cruising speed to the vehicle’s ahead, keyless entry/start, an electric boot, and a panoramic sunroof. The Tucson does have a rear view camera and the Tiguan not.

5. Warranties and Service plans

Both vehicles' service intervals are due every 12 months or 15 000km - whichever comes first. The duration of the service plan is for five years or 90 000km. The Tiguan's warranty will expire after 120 000km or three years, whereas Hyundai gives its clients a greater piece of mind with a warranty that will come to an end after five year or 150 000km. In addition, Hyundai has a warranty on its drivetrain for seven years or a mammoth 200 000km!

Wheels24 team opinion

Janine Van der Post: The Hyndai Tucson ticks all the right boxes in my books. It's good-looking, practical, frugal and really comfortable to drive. It's even spacious enough when there's family visiting. It's sophisticated, yet can handle any rugged roads you might venture across, so its as home on gravel as it is on the tar.

My little on's car seat is quite vertical so when she falls asleep, and she doesn't have her sleep pillow, her tiny head hangs heavy and always looks uncomfortable while I drive. I love that the rear seats in the Tucson are reclineable for this very reason. It means her car seat can tilt back and she can sleep more comfortably on the long road.

On the Tiguan: Even if Volkswagen's Tiguan was horrible inside and had many flaws, it would probably still be forgiven just based on its desirably good looks. Like a Siren, its one of the cars you can't pass by without stopping to take in its beauty. The latest offering is a huge step up in styling from its predecessor, and its packed with standard features and niceties. German engineering at its best; it's a thrill to drive, yet pleasant enough as a family vehicle.

It would be difficult to chose between the two, but if it had to be based on just looks, its obvious the latter would be my choice.

http://www.wheels24.co.za/NewModels/car-comparison-hyundai-tucson-takes-on-vw-tiguan-20171010

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Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2017 review

Should I buy one?

The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace gets all the same positive traits of the five-seat model, but adds some extra practicality. There’s lots to like, such as a plush, spacious interior, and although it isn’t exciting to drive, it does what a family SUV needs to do.

The only sticking point at the minute is the price. Our criticism of the five-seater is that it is quite expensive compared with rivals, and two extra seats will bring a price hike for the Allspace. Full UK pricing and specification will be announced later this year, so that will be when we can say how it truly stacks up against the competition. But, for now, the only suggestion we’re told is that the Allspace could be around £1000-£2000 more than the five-seat model. In any case, it’s almost certain that the Skoda Kodiaq will undercut its list price and offer much the same package but with more space.

Where Marseille, France; On sale December 2017; Price £35,535 approx; Engine 4 cyls, 1968cc, turbocharged diesel; Power 148bhp at 3500-4000rpm; Torque 251lb ft at 1750-3000rpm; Gearbox 7-spd double-clutch auto; Kerbweight 1775kg; Top speed 123mph; 0-62mph 9.9sec; Fuel economy 47.9mpg; CO2 rating/BIK 153g/km, 32%; Rivals Skoda Kodiaq, Nissan X-Trail

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...drives/volkswagen-tiguan-allspace-2017-review

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Spotted so much 2nd Gen Tigs on my morning commute today. Some "poverty" spec ie. no LED's; smaller wheels; no R-Line pack. Others were full house.
 
Watch the VW Tiguan undergo a brutal crash test…

The Volkswagen Tiguan undergoing its IIHS crash test...

Back in mid-2016, the second-generation Volkswagen Tiguan scored a full five stars in its Euro NCAP crash test. And now the German crossover has followed up with a 2017 Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States.

The IIHS says the latest Tiguan offers “improved protection in small overlap front crashes”.

Overall, the VW scored “good” ratings in five IIHS crashworthiness tests: driver-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints.

The IIHS said the Tiguan “held up well in the driver-side small overlap test”, with maximum intrusion of less than 50 mm at the “lower door-hinge pillar, footrest and left portion of the toepan”. The dummy’s movement was well controlled by the safety belt and airbags, and measures from the dummy showed that significant injuries would be “unlikely” in a real-world crash of the same severity.

The Tiguan missed out on the highest award (the so-called Top Safety Pick+), which requires a “good or acceptable” headlamp rating. The Tiguan’s base halogen headlamps earned a marginal rating, while the optional LED versions were interestingly rated as “poor”.

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/watch-the-vw-tiguan-undergo-a-brutal-crash-test/

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Hey guys, wondering if anyone can give me some input wrt the older Tiguan model. I only referring to the R-line, 2013-2016 model. I'm soon in the market for an SUV and the Tiguan appeals to me. Is the R-line worth the price in the region of R270-R350 000 2nd hand. Is the TSI or Diesel better and which one is less prone to problems.

Any recommendations from the more experienced folks out there.

Other SUV's I'm also interested in the BMW X5 and the new Tucson which appeals to me. BMW maintenance is too high and the tires alone is expensive. Budget in region of R250-R320k

Any SUV recommendations chaps, sorry for spilling this thread :D
 
KOPITE said:
Hey guys, wondering if anyone can give me some input wrt the older Tiguan model. I only referring to the R-line, 2013-2016 model. I'm soon in the market for an SUV and the Tiguan appeals to me. Is the R-line worth the price in the region of R270-R350 000 2nd hand. Is the TSI or Diesel better and which one is less prone to problems.

Any recommendations from the more experienced folks out there.

Other SUV's I'm also interested in the BMW X5 and the new Tucson which appeals to me. BMW maintenance is too high and the tires alone is expensive. Budget in region of R250-R320k

Any SUV recommendations chaps, sorry for spilling this thread :D
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Avoid the 1.4 twin charged motors. The 2.0 is a decent model in both petrol and diesel.

Just make sure the car has been well maintained.
 
Ecko_1 said:
Avoid the 1.4 twin charged motors. The 2.0 is a decent model in both petrol and diesel.

Just make sure the car has been well maintained.
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Ok, cool thanks. Definitely check the warranty/maintenance plans, etc. Car should have less then 100 000km. Is there any preference wrt petrol or diesel motors and dsg perhaps. My thinking is because it's vw it's easier to maintain wrt service and parts.

Have you owned one before or know of anyone that owned one?
 
Double combo. Gen 1 + Gen 2.

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3 Reasons Why Volkswagen Tiguan is #CarsAwards Finalist

What makes the Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4 TSI Comfortline R-Line DSG a worthy contender in the Family Car category of the 2017/18 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank? We investigate…

Last year’s winner is back to defend its title! It made a fantastic impression on the team thanks to a combination of excellent road manners, superb refinement and handsome good looks. Can the Tiguan hold onto its champion status this time around?

3 Reasons Why Volkswagen Tiguan is a #CarsAwards Finalist

1. Flexible and efficient engine

Despite the small engine that produces a modest 110 kW and 250 Nm, the Tiguan doesn't feel short on power and the DSG transmission does a good job of keeping the engine in a responsive state. This Tiguan comes with steering wheel-mounted shift paddles for manual shifts and Volkswagen claims a 0-100 kph sprint time of 9.2 seconds, which means it’s flexible enough for both inner city commutes and longer trips.

The 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine that does duty in the Tiguan is claimed to consume just 6.1 L/100 km when paired with the crisp DSG dual-clutch transmission. This makes it one of the most frugal petrol-powered crossovers on the market.

2. Practical family car

Volkswagen’s new Tiguan is lighter, longer, wider and lower than the outgoing model. The extra 60 mm in length and 30 mm in width result in extra cabin space. Apart from the fact that the interior is well-made and trimmed in a plethora of soft-touch, premium materials, the Tiguan is also more family friendly than its predecessor. The level of rear legroom afforded, for example, is good and the fold-down rear trays and cupholders (if specified) are nice to have features.

Meanwhile, the luggage compartment has a capacity of more than 500 litres, the split rear seatback can fold forward at the pull of a couple of levers in the boot and the tow hitch, if specified, deploys remotely at the push of a button.

3. Comfortable & safe

Refinement is one of the VW's strongest suits. On good quality roads, cabin refinement (in terms of NVH suppression) is impressive at the national speed limit, even on the dramatic and optional 19-inch wheels. We think the Tiguan will likely have class-leading comfort on smaller wheels and plumper tyres. 17-inch alloys are standard.

In terms of safety features, the new Volkswagen Tiguan is fitted with driver and front passenger airbags, a curtain airbag system and front seat side impact airbags. The hazard lights will flash automatically under hard braking, while Electronic Stability Control, XDS transverse differential lock and fatigue detection (Rest Assist) are all standard. The new Tiguan also carries a 5-star rating from EuroNCAP.

https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/3-reasons-why-volkswagen-tiguan-is-carsawards-finalist/44340/
 
VW Cooking Up Coupé-Style Tiguan Variant – Report

A fresh report out of Germany claims that Volkswagen will reveal a coupé-style version of its Tiguan in 2018.

According to Auto Bild, the Wolfsburg automaker plans to take advantage of the increasing popularity of coupé-style crossovers by creating one of its own. The report adds that this sleeker derivative – with a dramatically sloped roofline and largely restyled rear end – would sit at the summit of the range and boast a more premium cabin than the standard versions.

Of course, this isn’t the first time we’ve heard a rumour about a possible Tiguan “coupé”. Indeed, a VW executive confirmed the model’s existence (if only in prototype form) in 2016, describing it as “a very exciting car”.

That same official suggested that the Tiguan line-up would grow into a larger “family”, a move that has kicked off with the launch of the long-wheelbase, seven-seater Tiguan Allspace (which is scheduled to hit South Africa in April 2018).

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/vw-cooking-up-coupe-style-tiguan-variant-report/
 
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI 190 2018 UK review

Should I buy one?

If the question is whether you should opt for the TDI 190, the answer is that you probably should not.

The characteristics of diesel power certainly suit the Allspace, but the extra shove of the 190 over the 150 does little, if anything, to improve the overall package. If the car is going to be loaded more often than not – five or more passengers, plus luggage, or if you’re towing – we might be tempted by the extra torque, but if not, you’ll be better off saving yourself some cash. The less powerful engine is also a touch more refined, so there’s scant reason to feel you’re missing out.

The more pertinent question is whether you should buy an Allspace at all. Equipped with the same engine, Skoda’s Kodiaq is cheaper, more spacious and just as driveable.

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion SE Navigation

Where Bedfordshire On sale Now Price £36,155 Engine 4cyls, 1968cc, diesel Power 187bhp at 3500-4000rpm Torque 295lb ft at 1900-3300rpm Gearbox 7-spd dual-clutch automatic Kerb weight 1845kg Top speed 130mph 0-62mph 8.6sec Fuel economy 47.9mpg (combined) CO2, tax band 153g/km, 32% Rivals Skoda Kodiaq, Nissan X-Trail

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...gen-tiguan-allspace-20-tdi-190-2018-uk-review

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