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The Tiguan nameplate will follow the Golf into the electric era. An ID.Tiguan SUV is reportedly set to go into production by 2026.
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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
The new Volkswagen Tiguan is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $28,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $44,990 for the R-line.
There are 2 variants of the Tiguan available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2015.
Engine options include 1.4L turbo & supercharger petrol direct injection (118kW/240Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (132kW/280Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (130kW/380Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2016 Tiguan is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$28,990 - $44,990†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$28,990 - $44,990†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
Available Variants
The Volkswagen Tiguan comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being R-Line.
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Power to Weight
72.08 - 91.28 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
395 litres
128 litres
577 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.2 - 8.8 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
727 - 1,032 km
600 km
1,053 km
Price
$28,990 - $44,990
$27,490
$68,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,200 kg
800 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
18°
16.7°
29.9°
Departure Angle
25°
24.5°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
193 mm
170 mm
323 mm
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Volkswagen Tiguan
Dimensions
4,426 mm
1,809 mm
1,686 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,426 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,809 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,686 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Base that starts from $28,990.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line that starts from $44,990.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Tiguan is 2200 kg offered by the following variants: Base and R-Line.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Base which measures 1809mm wide, 4426mm in length and sits 1686mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line which has 155kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Tiguan may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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