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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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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
The new Volkswagen Tiguan is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $31,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Trendline variant and topping out at $54,490 for the Highline.
There are 5 variants of the Tiguan available in Australia and this generation went on sale in August of 2017.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (132kW/320Nm), 1.4L turbo petrol direct injection (110kW/250Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (110kW/340Nm). Available with manual or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2018 Tiguan is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$31,990 - $54,490†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$31,990 - $54,490†
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT) or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Premium Unleaded
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
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Available Variants
The Volkswagen Tiguan comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Trendline and the most expensive being Highline.
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Power to Weight
64.44 - 97.06 kW/t
53.13 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
615 litres
92 litres
720 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.9 - 8.1 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
741 - 1,017 km
573 km
1,091 km
Price
$31,990 - $50,490
$25,990
$55,490
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
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,960 - 2,260 kg
1,870 kg
2,960 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,500 kg
800 kg
3,000 kg
Approach Angle
24°
16.7°
29.9°
Ground Clearance Unladen
191 - 201 mm
167 mm
224 mm
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Dimensions
4,486 mm
1,839 mm
1,648 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,486 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,839 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,648 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm |
| Load Capacity | 479 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 Trendline that starts from $31,990.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Tiguan is the Highline that starts from $54,490.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Tiguan is 2500 kg offered by the following variants: Comfortline, Adventure, Sportline and Highline.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Comfortline which measures 1839mm wide, 4701mm in length and sits 1665mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan is the Highline which has 162kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
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The heaviest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Highline which weighs 2260 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Tiguan may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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