Available in three trim levels, the new Volkswagen
Tiguan Allspace has arrived in Britain, with a 7-seat layout, and more boot
capacity. Compared to the regular Tiguan models, the Allspace is 215 mm longer, and rides on a 106 mm longer wheelbase, which spans to 2,787 mm.
With all seats in position, the SUV has a luggage
capacity of 230 liters, but fold down the third row and the boot
space will increase to 700 liters, which is 85 liters more than the regular Tiguan. With the two rows folded flat, the luggage
capacity stands at 1,775 liters.
Pricing for the entry-level SE Navigation starts at
£ 29,370 (US$ 39,821) in the United Kingdom, when powered by the 1.4-liter TSI
petrol engine with 150 PS and a 6-speed manual gearbox with FWD, whereas
the cheapest 2.0-liter TDI diesel, rated at 150 PS, can be had from £ 31,550
(US$ 42,777). Opt for the most affordable 4WD model with a 7-speed DSG automatic
gearbox and get ready to pay £ 34,905 (US$ 47,325), and that's before checking any
optional extras from the list.
This version of the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace is
well-equipped, as it comes 18-inch alloy wheels, parking sensors,
3-zone climate control, Discover Navigation infotainment with 8.0-inch
touchscreen display, sat-nav, DAB radio, and Bluetooth. It also packs adaptive
cruise control, Lane Assist, Front Assist, and City Emergency Braking.
The SEL spec adds a 12.3-inch TFT screen in the
instrument binnacle, front sports seats with 14-way adjustment, panoramic
sunroof, hands-free boot opening, and 19-inch alloy wheels, being priced from
£ 32,545 (US$ 44,126).
Becoming available towards the end of Q1 2018 is the
R-Line, which adds specific 20-inch alloy wheels, a sports suspension that
brings the body 15 mm closer to the ground, body-colored rear spoiler,
and black interior rooflining.
