The five-seat Tiguan is Volkswagen’s answer to the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 compact SUVs. It’s powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. A performance-oriented R-Line version of the Tiguan debuts for 2014.
SE trim level adds heated seats, simulated leather upholstery and iPod connectivity while the new SE with Appearance version gets keyless access with push-button start and a backup camera. SEL models gain Fender premium audio system.
Volkswagen’s Car-Net communication system is also available for the Tiguan. It includes services like roadside assistance, crash notification and stolen vehicle location assistance as well as boundary and speed alerts, a vehicle health report and an enhanced point-of-interest service for vehicles with navigation. All Car-Net features can also be administered by a smartphone app.
- Standard 16-inch steel wheels; 16-, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels available
- Standard rear spoiler
- Available fog lights
- Available panoramic sunroof
- Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights
- Brushed-metal-style trim around the gear selector and air vents
- Cloth, simulated leather or real leather upholstery
- 60/40-split backseat with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustments
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Flat-folding front-passenger seat
- Available heated front seats
- Available iPod connectivity
- Available push-button start
- Available navigation system
- 200-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
- Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
- Premium gas recommended and engine can now run on E15 fuel
- Front- or 4Motion all-wheel drive
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- 2,200-pound towing capacity
- Six airbags, including side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows
- Electronic stability system and traction control
- All-disc antilock brakes
The Tiguan R-Line adopts unique performance and appearance features that help set it apart from other versions of the compact SUV.
- Sport suspension
- 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
- R-Line roof spoiler
- Side skirts
- R-Line badges
- R-Line scuff plates
- Leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel with shift paddles
- Stainless-steel pedals
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