INTRODUCTION
Volkswagen’s compact, turned mid-sized crossover vehicle. As of February 2019, the Tiguan is best selling vehicle from Volkswagen in North American. Building on the success of the well received previous generation (albeit slightly underwhelming) Tiguan, this new vehicle is moving closer to its the full-sized Atlas stablemate.
The volume-leading Tiguan is an incredibly important piece of the rebuilding process for VW - as such, It feels as if VW poured most of their recent R+D budgets into the this Tiguan, and the aforementioned Atlas.
RELEASED
2017 Model Year (The previous and much smaller generation sold as Tiguan Limited)
2019 PRICING
Includes Destination (AWD Model)
S - MSRP $26,590- Cost $25,567
SE - MSRP $28,990 - Cost $27,870
SEL - MSRP $34,090 - Cost $ 32,766
SEL Premium - MSRP $38,190 - Cost $36,703
SEL Premium R-Line MSRP $39,890 - Cost $38,334
INCENTIVE
May 2019
Dealer Cash $1,000
Lease Cash $1,050
LENGTH
185″
HEIGHT
66”
WEIGHT
3,777 FWD
3,858 AWD
CHASSIS
Unibody - Volkswagen Group MQB
POWERTRAIN
2.0L TSI Inline-4
184 HP
221 LB-FT Torque
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
4Motion All-Wheel Drive (optional)
WARRANTY
6 Years 72,000 Comprehensive (best in class!)
TECHNOLOGY + CONNECTIVITY
Apple Carplay and Android Auto via USB
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (Nvidia Drive)
ADVANCED SAFETY
Pre-Collision Automatic Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
FUEL ECONOMY
City 22 MPG
Highway 29 MPG
SEATS
5 Passenger or 7-Passenger (Optional)
GOOD
Smooth and quiet Ride
Turbocharged power with great torque
Best-In-Class Infotainment
Best in class warranty (by a lot)
Each of the trim levels offer a strong value vs. competitors
Well thought out cabin
BAD
Not enough of that turbocharged power + no optional engine
Lease customers will find the best payments are with VW Credit (one of the worst lease buyout process we have encountered)
May be slight too large, or slightly too small if you’re going for the 3rd row option
COLORS
Pure White
Silk Blue Metallic
Platinum Gray Metallic
Deep Black Pearl
Cardinal Red Metallic
Pyrite Silver Metallic
White Silver Metallic
Habanero Orange Metallic
Dark Moss Green Metallic
Stone Blue Metallic
MAJOR OPTIONS
S Model:
Driver Assistance Package -inc: Blind Spot Monitor w/Rear Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Warning, autonomous emergency braking w/pedestrian monitoring $450
SE Model:
Panoramic Sunroof $1,200
All Models:
3rd Row Seat Package $595
ACCESSORIES + PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS
First Aid Kit -inc: basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries
$35.00
Roadside Assistance Kit -inc: booster cables, warning triangle, LED flashlight, multi-tool, work gloves, blanket, poncho, bandages and more
$85.00
Combination Assistance Kit -inc: First Aid Kit, basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries, Roadside Assistance Kit, booster cables, warning triangle, LED flashlight, multi-tool, work gloves, blanket, poncho, bandages and more
$99.00
Wheel Locks & Dust Caps (4 each) -inc: coded key
$80.00
VW Care -inc: Volkswagen prepaid scheduled maintenance contract w/10,000-mile and 20,000-mile servicing for SUVs
$240.00
Bumperdillo Protection Plate for Rear Bumper
$150.00
Wheel Splash Guards (Set of 4)
$220.00
2-Row Rubber Mats Kit -inc: Monster Mats w/logo (set of 4), Heavy Duty Trunk Liner w/VW CarGo Blocks
$235.00
Rear Roof-Edge Spoiler
$550.00
Luggage Net -inc: For securing items in the cargo area
$100.00
Frameless Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror -inc: electronic compass and HomeLink garage door opener
$325.00
Trailer Hitch Receiver Kit -inc: hitch ball and mount, Up to 1,500 lbs, towing capacity
$700.00
Side Steps (Set of 2)
$695.00
Extended Range Remote Engine Start -inc: remote key fob (1)
$450.00
CONCLUSION
I think VW have done a very good job with the design and execution of the new, larger Tiguan. It is terrific value when compared with the small and mid-sized SUV’s from the other German and Swedish marques - and it out-classes its Japanese and Korean SUV competitors with its superior ride + handling, along with very well integrated technology (almost makes you feel like you’re driving an Audi Q5). Its best in class warranty is amazing, but make sure to understand resale values of VW Group vehicles are still below most other brands, though this could improve in the not-too-distant future.
Cheers
Joe