VW has finally brought the Tiguan to USA, but this German SUV will be available only with the
longest of the available wheelbase lengths. That means that the new 2018 VW
Tiguan can be optionally fitted with a third row of seats, courtesy of a 215 mm longer body and 110 mm longer wheelbase that the
normal Tiguan in Europe.
With the Tiguan, VW is adding the second SUV based
on the MQB platform in its US range, following the introduction of the Atlas.
Power comes by a turbocharged 184 hp 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine with 221 lb-ft
of torque, paired to an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Front-wheel drive is standard, with the 4Motion
all-wheel drive being an option. The latter also offers four different driving
modes, depending on the surface you drive on. Combine this with a 26-degree
approach angle and the new Tiguan might prove to be a decent off roader too.
VW has also given the 2018 Tiguan a wide range of
driver-assisting technologies, including a standard rearview camera and
available adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, forward collision
warning, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection and more.
The European market will also get the longer Tiguan,
where it will be marketed as the Allspace version, fitted with the petrol and
diesel powertrains available there.
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