This story accommodates impartial illustrations that haven’t been endorsed by VW. Now we have revised the unique article to include Volkswagen’s current teasers and official data relating to the upcoming Tiguan. (Up to date 6/19)

The third technology of the Volkswagen Tiguan is ready to make its official world premiere in Europe in September 2023, marking the ultimate inside combustion engine (ICE)-powered compact SUV from the German model. Primarily based on the most recent revealing teasers, we have now compiled all of the related details about the brand new mannequin, which is anticipated to characteristic trendy styling, bigger touchscreen shows, extra environment friendly plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains, and an in addition to an improved trip.

The present-generation Tiguan was initially launched in 2014 and underwent a facelift in 2020. Nevertheless, in comparison with its newer rivals within the extremely aggressive compact SUV phase, it has began to really feel outdated. Volkswagen goals to deal with this with an all-new technology, which introduces a departure from the angular surfacing seen in its predecessor, opting as a substitute for a barely curvier and extra sculpted physique.

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Illustrations Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien for CarScoops

Final week, VW launched official pictures of calmly camouflaged, pre-production fashions, revealing that the brand new Tiguan incorporates styling components from the model’s totally electrical ID vary. Our artists have digitally eliminated the wraps to current a visible illustration of what the ultimate manufacturing mannequin might appear to be.

The redesigned entrance finish has extra refined look combining evolutionary design cues with references to earlier generations. A notable characteristic is the elective superior IQ Mild HD Matrix know-how obtainable for the headlights, accompanied by a full-width LED bar that accentuates the strong grille.

As a part of the brand new design language for ICE-powered VW fashions, a notable characteristic is the entrance bumper with a outstanding central consumption and vertically-mounted air ducts This design trait may also be adopted by the upcoming facelifted Golf and next-generation Passat. The greenhouse design attracts inspiration from the bigger Touareg, though the smaller-diameter wheels on the bottom Tiguan trims don’t totally spotlight the muscular entrance and rear fenders. Whereas the plastic cladding across the bodywork stays refined, it’s value noting that there are not any plastic skid plates because the mannequin was not particularly supposed for adventure-focused functions.

Swoopier design

The rear design of the brand new Tiguan will be thought-about extra of an evolution fairly than a revolution. The LED taillights at the moment are built-in right into a single trim piece, and the rear glass maintains its conventional type, avoiding the coupe-SUV pattern. The rear bumper retains the distinctive full-width reflector from the outgoing Tiguan. As for the faux-tailpipe trim, it stays unsure whether or not it will likely be retained or eliminated within the last manufacturing mannequin.

When it comes to dimensions, the brand new Tiguan has a size of 4,551 mm (179.2 inches), a width of 1,939 mm (76.3 inches), and a top of 1,640 mm (64.6 inches). It rides on a wheelbase of two,681 mm (105.5 inches). In comparison with the outgoing mannequin, the brand new Tiguan is 32 mm (1.3 inches) longer and 5 mm (0.2 inches) taller, whereas sustaining the identical width and distance between the axles.

Excessive-tech inside that brings again buttons

Volkswagen says it has positioned vital emphasis on the inside of the brand new Tiguan, which was totally unveiled in pre-production type with none camouflage. The standout characteristic is the massive 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system, sourced from the ID.7, which protrudes from the dashboard in a considerably outstanding method. Hopefully, the 12.9-inch unit that shall be put in within the decrease trims, shall be extra seamlessly built-in into the inside design. Moreover, a smaller digital instrument cluster and a head-up show contribute to the general digital cockpit expertise.

In accordance with the automaker, the designers devoted vital effort to reinforce the intuitiveness of the interface primarily based on buyer suggestions. Though the local weather controls stay built-in inside the touchscreen, the addition of illuminated sliders and shortcuts promise to simplify the consumer expertise. Moreover, the brand new rotary management on the middle console, which incorporates its personal built-in show, provides a bodily ingredient to the general interplay. In response to buyer considerations, the steering wheel has been redesigned to remove the touch-sensitive controls that have been criticized, as beforehand promised by VW.

The brand new VW Tiguan will present a extra spacious inside in comparison with its predecessor. Rear passengers will take pleasure in an extra 10 mm (0.4 inches) of headroom, whereas boot capability has additionally been elevated to 648 liters (22.9 cubic ft), which is 33 liters (1.2 cubic ft) bigger than earlier than. For added luxurious and luxury, elective ergoActive seats can be found for the driving force and entrance passenger, that includes heating, air flow, four-way lumbar help adjustment, and a 10-chamber therapeutic massage operate, akin to the creature comforts present in premium segments. Volkswagen says it additionally emphasised using high-quality supplies all through the inside, together with sensible storage options built-in into the middle console.

Gasoline, Diesel, Delicate-Hybrid, And Plug-In Hybrid Choices

The brand new Tiguan shall be primarily based on the upgraded MQB Evo structure, which is an enhanced model of the platform utilized by earlier ICE-powered fashions from Volkswagen Consequently, the automaker just isn’t planning an EV variant of the Tiguan, since there gained’t be a lot respiratory area between the upcoming ID.3-sized electrical SUV and the ID.4.

It could not get a pure electrical model however the Tiguan will profit from an enhanced vary of electrified choices, which can play a extra vital function within the lineup. A notable spotlight is the introduction of latest Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) powertrains that make the most of the up to date 1.5 TSI Evo2 engine paired with an undisclosed variety of electrical motors. These PHEVs, recognized by the eHybrid designation, will supply two energy outputs: a mixed 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS), with the latter configuration offering all-wheel-drive capabilities. Of explicit significance, the bigger 18.5 kWh lithium-ion battery now helps DC charging and delivers an prolonged zero-emission driving vary of roughly 100 km (62 miles).

It has been confirmed that the brand new Tiguan may also be obtainable with petrol (TSI), mild-hybrid petrol (eTSI), and turbodiesel (TDI) powertrains, though VW didn’t go into specifics. Petrol (gasoline) choices will most certainly embrace the mildly electrified 1.5-liter eTSI and the two.0 TSI. As for the trusted 2.0 TDI diesel, this can actually preserve its place within the lineup – at the very least for a couple of extra years. All powertrains shall be completely mated to a DSG automated gearbox which suggests there shall be no handbook choice for the brand new Tiguan.

Notably, the performance-focused Tiguan R with the two.0 TSI producing 315 hp (320 PS / 235 kW) within the outgoing technology wasn’t talked about within the press launch, so we don’t know if it’s going to get a direct successor. The R sub-brand has pledged to go EV-only by 2030, so VW may skip the Tiguan this time and give attention to spicing up its ID vary as a substitute.

One factor VW highlighted is the elective DCC Professional adaptive suspension which makes its debut within the compact phase. The delicate system options two-valve shock absorbers and gives 15 completely different ranges of adjustment masking your complete spectrum between the Consolation and Sport settings.

European Market Launch In Early 2024

The brand new VW Tiguan shall be formally unveiled in September 2023 with European gross sales anticipated to start within the first quarter of 2024. In accordance with the most recent reviews, the longer Tiguan Allspace which was the one variant supplied within the US, shall be discontinued.

The Tiguan has ample alternative to shine till Volkswagen transitions into an EV-only model in Europe by 2033. However, this compact SUV faces formidable competitors from robust rivals such because the Renault Austral, Nissan Qashqai, Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Ford Kuga, and the mechanically-related Skoda Kodiaq, which can be set to introduce a brand new technology in 2024. It’s value noting that we didn’t embrace the Peugeot 3008, because the Stellantis mannequin is anticipated to undertake a coupe-SUV stance and go EV-only within the close to future.

The U.S. Might Get China’s Tayron And Tayron Coupe As an alternative

There have been reviews claiming that the second technology of China’s VW Tayron, anticipated to debut by 2025, may function the successor to the present Tiguan Allspace in North America. It’s speculated that the Tayron shall be a world mannequin sharing its underpinnings and PHEV powertrains with the EU-spec Tiguan. Apparently, there may be additionally hypothesis that the Tayron could also be renamed because the US-spec Tiguan, though no official affirmation has been made but.