Volkswagen’s facelifted Tiguan is offered to purchase in the UK now. The German brand’s best-selling SUV has undergone a thorough cosmetic as well as technology update, to keep it competitive with the Mazda CX-5 as well as Peugeot 3008.
In the coming months, the range will likewise be bolstered by two new powertrains – a plug-in hybrid design as well as 316bhp R-badged flagship which will square up against the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce as well as the Cupra Ateca.
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From launch, though, buyers will only have gain access to to four trim-levels as well as six engines. The entry-level Tiguan comes as standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights as well as a multifunction steering wheel. There’s a few safety-based systems, too, such as lane-keeping assist, autonomous emergency brake as well as a front-facing camera.
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Volkswagen’s mid-range Life specification replaces the outgoing Tiguan Match, with a starting cost of £26,915. Upgrades over the standard cars and truck include 18-inch alloy wheels, roofing system rails as well as rear privacy glass. Inside, buyers get three-zone climate control, a leather-trimmed steering wheel as well as velour upholstery.
There’s a significant jump in the level of driver assistance technology, too – buyers get adaptive cruise control, front as well as rear auto parking sensors as well as a traffic sign recognition system. Overall, Volkswagen expects the Life design will account for 50 percent of the Tiguan’s sales.