At the Geneva Motor Show, we can enjoy
the sights of the Euro-spec VW Tiguan Allspace. Although the model is simply known as the 2018
VW Tiguan in the U.S., the European market adds the Allspace badge, as it will
be offered alongside the smaller, five-door Tiguan.
Volkswagen was able
to cram an extra two seats into the rear by extending the wheelbase by 109 mm
and the body by 215 mm. When the two rear seats aren't in use, the increased
size leads to even more luggage capacity, 760 liters in fact. The second row passengers can now enjoy 54 mm of extra knee room.
European customers will be given the option of six
powerplants. In terms of petrol engines there's a 147 hp 1.4-liter TSI with 147
hp and a 177 hp or 216 hp 2.0-liter TSI. On the diesel front, VW offers a
2.0-liter TDI with either 148 hp, 187 hp or 236 hp. Any petrol and diesel
models with over 177 hp come standard with a DSG transmission and 4Motion
all-wheel drive as standard.
Orders for the seven-seat SUV will commence in May
and start at approximately € 30,000 (US$ 31,600) in Germany.
