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Overview
Variant
Veloce
Variant
Life
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2 L
Engine size
1.4 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7 L/100km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 L/100km
Power and torque
206kW / 400Nm
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
914km
724km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
Not available
Safety rating
Not available
Specifications
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes steering: yes
Includes transmission: yes
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes steering: yes
Includes transmission: yes
12v power outlet
Location front: yes
12v power outlet
Location boot/cargo: yes
Location front: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Android wireless connection: yes
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Voice activating system
Virtual assistant: Other
Voice activating system
Virtual assistant: Other
Navigational systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information type: 3D, Voice
Map updates months of subscription: 36
Screen size: 8.8 in
Traffic info: yes
Navigational systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information type: 3D, Voice
Screen size: 12.9 in
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Guidance Display
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Automatic braking whilst parking: yes
Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Location side: yes
Type: Camera
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless entry: yes
Includes keyless start: yes
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless entry: yes
Includes keyless start: yes
Includes walk away locking: yes
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Number: 1
Location rear: yes
Number: 2
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Number: 2
Location rear: yes
Number: 2
Ambient lighting
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Ambient lighting
Colour selection: yes
Embedded infotainment user interface
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Embedded infotainment user interface
Number of months of online services: Unlimited
Memorized adjustment
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Memorized adjustment
Door mirror position: yes
Remote services
—
Remote services
Driving history & analysis: yes
Number of months subscription included: 60
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Concierge number of months inc: 0
Connection type Via: SIM In Vehicle
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km cntry/highway: 137 g/km
CO2 level - g/km combined: 161 g/km
CO2 level - g/km urban: 205 g/km
Standard met: EU6
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km combined: 173 g/km
Standard met: EU6
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 1,995 cc
Engine code: 55273835
Liters: 2 L
Number of cylinders: 4
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 1,395 cc
Liters: 1.4 L
Number of cylinders: 4
Fuel
Fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel type octane no.: 95
Generic primary fuel type: Petrol
Minimum fuel octane number: 95
Minimum fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel
Fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel type octane no.: 95
Generic primary fuel type: Petrol
Minimum fuel octane number: 95
Minimum fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 64 L
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 55 L
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
Displays pressure: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
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Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Control wheel: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 8.8 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Control wheel: yes
Screen size: 12.3 in
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 12.9 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 10.25 in
Instrument cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 7 L/100km
Country/highway: 5.9 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 914 km
Combined: 14.3 km/L
Country/highway: 16.9 km/L
Urban: 11.2 km/L
Urban: 8.9 L/100km
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 7.6 L/100km
Country/highway: 6.3 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 724 km
Combined: 13.2 km/L
Country/highway: 15.9 km/L
Urban: 10.2 km/L
Urban: 9.8 L/100km
Performance
Maximum speed: 230 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.7 s
Performance
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Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 280 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 206 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 400 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 5,250 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 2,250 rpm
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 150 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 110 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 250 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 6,000 rpm
Drive
Descent control system: yes
Driven wheels: 4x4
Four wheel drive type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Drive
Driven wheels: Front
Limited slip differential
Location rear: yes
Type: Mechanical
Limited slip differential
Location front: yes
Type: Electronic
Transmission
Gearchange paddles: yes
Manual mode: yes
Manufacturer's name: AT8
Shift lever location: Steering Wheel
Transmission code: 8HP50 ATX
Transmission description: Automatic with Manual Mode
Number of speeds: 8
Transmission type: Automatic
Transmission
Gearchange paddles: yes
Manual mode: yes
Manual sequential: yes
Shift lever location: Steering Wheel
Transmission description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (DCT)
Number of speeds: 7
Transmission type: Automatic
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 4
Painted callipers: yes
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 2
Power steering
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Power steering
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Wheel
Heated: yes
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather, Leather Covered
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate suspension
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Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Wishbone
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 101
Tire profile: 45
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 255 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 101
Tire profile: 45
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 255 mm
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire profile: 65
Tire width: 215 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire profile: 65
Tire width: 215 mm
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 20 in
Rim width: 8.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 20 in
Rim width: 8.5 in
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 7 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 7 in
Ramp angles
Approach angle: 21.7°
Departure angle: 18.3°
Ramp angles
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Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: VDA
Rear seat down: 1,600 L
Rear seat up; to lower window: 525 L
Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: ISO
Rear seat down: 1,650 L
Rear seat up; to lower window: 652 L
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,750 mm
Front track: 1,613 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 200 mm
Overall height: 1,648 mm
Overall length: 4,687 mm
Overall width inc mirror: 2,163 mm
Overall width: 1,903 mm
Rear track: 1,653 mm
Wheelbase: 2,818 mm
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,700 mm
Front track: 1,586 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 171 mm
Overall height: 1,659 mm
Overall length: 4,539 mm
Overall width inc mirror: 2,099 mm
Overall width: 1,842 mm
Rear track: 1,579 mm
Wheelbase: 2,681 mm
Internal dimensions
Headroom front: 1,020 mm
Headroom rear: 987 mm
Shoulder room front: 1,462 mm
Internal dimensions
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Body style
Body type: SUV
Local number of doors: 5
Number of doors: 5
Platform code: GIORGIO
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: SUV
Body style
Body type: SUV
Local number of doors: 5
Number of doors: 5
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: SUV
Black trim
Around side windows: yes
Black trim
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Spoiler
Location roof: yes
Spoiler
Location roof: yes
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Rear door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Projector Beam
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Projector Beam
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
Headlight control
Active high beam: yes
Directional headlights: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
Height adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight control
Auto highbeam: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
Height adjustment: Manual
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Rails
Cross bars: Fixed
Roof
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Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Auto-dimming: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Tilting for reversing: Automatic
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power windows
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Power windows
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Privacy glass
Location: Rear, Rear Side
Privacy glass
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Rear window
Type: Fixed
Wipers: Intermittent
Rear window
Type: Fixed
Wipers: Intermittent
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Automatic
Rain sensor: yes
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Automatic
Rain sensor: yes
Rear view mirror/camera
Auto-dimming: yes
Rear view mirror/camera
Auto-dimming: yes
Weights
Gross trailer weight braked: 2,300 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 2,300 kg
Published kerb weight: 1,660 kg
Tare weight: 1,619 kg
Trailer noseweight: 230 kg
Weights
Gross trailer weight braked: 1,800 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Published kerb weight: 1,608 kg
Tare weight: 1,574.25 kg
Trailer noseweight: 200 kg
System
Digital radio: yes
Radio: AM, FM
System power: 900 w
Touch screen: yes
System
Digital radio: yes
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 1
USB connection front: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 2
USB connection front: yes
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand name: Harman/Kardon
Number of: 14
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of: 8
Cover/rear parcel shelf
Type: Flexible
Cover/rear parcel shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury trim
On center floor console: Alloy, Leather
On doors: Leather
On gear selector: Alloy, Leather
On instrument panel: Alloy, Leather
Luxury trim
On doors: Colour High Gloss
On instrument panel: Colour High Gloss
Airbags
Number of: 6
Airbags
Number of: 9
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Number: 3
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Number: 3
Rear seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Rear seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front and Rear
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front and Rear
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 7 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Programmable distance: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Activates seat belts: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front and Rear
Driver monitor: yes
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Emergency driver intervention system: yes
Includes junction crossing: yes
Includes junction turning: yes
Includes oncoming collision avoidance: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 0 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Autonomous drive
Active lane control: yes
Highway assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic jam assist: yes
Traffic sign response activation: Manual
Traffic sign response highway: yes
Autonomous drive
Active lane control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Overtaking sensor
Active without turn signal: yes
Includes collision avoidance: yes
Overtaking sensor
Active without turn signal: yes
Includes collision avoidance: yes
Steering vibration: yes
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
Type: Radar
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
Type: Radar
Front cross traffic collision avoidance
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Front cross traffic collision avoidance
Type: Radar
Crash test results
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Crash test results
Standard: Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP adult occupant score: 83
Euro NCAP child occupant score: 88
Euro NCAP overall: 5
Euro NCAP pedestrian score: 84
Euro NCAP safety assist score: 78
Euro NCAP date tested: 1 May 2024
Euro NCAP version tested: VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI Life, LHD 5dr OD
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Memory
Lumbar type: 2-Way Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 8
Reach type: Memory
Reclining type: Memory
Type: Sports
Location passenger: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Manual
Lumbar type: 2-Way Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 8
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Sports
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Height type: Manual
Lumbar type: Manual
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Location passenger: yes
Height type: Manual
Lumbar type: Manual
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: 40/20/40
Remote folding: yes
Seating capacity: 3
Type: Bench
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: 40/20/40
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Remote folding: yes
Seating capacity: 3
Type: Split Bench
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Leather
Main seat material: Leather
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Synthetic Leather
Main seat material: Cloth
Seating
Seating capacity: 5
Seating configuration: 2+3
Seating
Seating capacity: 5
Seating configuration: 2+3
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Refrigerated storage compartment
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Refrigerated storage compartment
Location: Glove Compartment
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Auto
Climate control number of zones: 2
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Auto
Climate control number of zones: 3
System
Engine heater: yes
Touch screen controls: yes
System
Engine heater: yes
Touch screen controls: yes
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate service
Distance: 15,000 km
Period (mths): 12 months
Service
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Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 96 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 144 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 12 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
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