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Volkswagen Tiguan

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year Current Generation Current Tiguan generation offers modern safety and tech upgrades Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
Tiguan is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 856,200
On-road in
ZAR 871,327
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 856,200
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 7,278
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 856,200
Finance estimate from ZAR 11,766/month Based on 1.4 TSI 110kW DSG Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2000cc (2.0L) Torque:250Nm (184 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:201mm (7.9″) Power:140kW (188 bhp) Boot652L (23.0 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 13 km/l (31 mpg)
City 10.5 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 15.3 km/l (36 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Volkswagen Tiguan in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 11,766
Total Interest
ZAR 170,963
Total Payable
ZAR 705,963
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.4 TSI 110kW DSG. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Volkswagen Tiguan

Tiguan is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The South African range uses Petrol and Diesel power with Automatic choices. For a buyer searching the Tiguan price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A power output of 110 kW describes the opportunity; a DCT transmission and a two-wheel drive drivetrain describe the conditions around it. The Tiguan is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between Petrol power, a South African price reference of R668,100 and a power output of 110 kW. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh a South African price reference of R774,400 against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. The Tiguan has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a two-wheel drive drivetrain and towing capacity of 1900; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. A proper look at the Tiguan begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, an SUV body sits beside Petrol power, while a South African price reference of R668,100 sets a practical boundary. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R668,100, a power output of 110 kW and a DCT transmission. A DCT transmission describes the opportunity; a two-wheel drive drivetrain and towing capacity of 1900 describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are towing capacity of 1900 and a listed ground clearance of 191; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. An SUV body describes the opportunity; Petrol power and a South African price reference of R668,100 describe the conditions around it for Tiguan. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for Tiguan. The useful starting points are a power output of 110 kW and a DCT transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Tiguan. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Tiguan

Volkswagen Tiguan — Quick Facts

Volkswagen Tiguan Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.4 TSI 110kW DSG Base Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 668,100
1.4 TSI 110kW Life DSG Mid Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 720,500
1.4 TSI 110kW R-Line DSG Top Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 785,200
2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Flagship Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 856,200
2.0 TDI 110kW Life 4Motion DSG Mid Diesel Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 774,400
2.0 TDI 110kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Top Diesel Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 855,100
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.4 TSI 110kW DSG Base Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 668,100
1.4 TSI 110kW Life DSG Mid Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 720,500
1.4 TSI 110kW R-Line DSG Top Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 785,200
2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Flagship Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 856,200
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0 TDI 110kW Life 4Motion DSG Mid Diesel Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 774,400
2.0 TDI 110kW R-Line 4Motion DSG Top Diesel Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 855,100
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Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications

Showing all 293 non-empty supported buyer-facing fields for 2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG. Blank contract fields are not fabricated.

Model Year
Current
Body Style
SUV
Facelift History
Recent facelift improved technology and styling
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Model Introduced Year
2007
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Segment
SUV
Production Status
published
Vehicle Type
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1599 kg
Generation
Current Tiguan generation offers modern safety and tech upgrades
Length
4539 mm
Width
1842 mm
Height
1660 mm
Wheelbase
2676 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
201 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
58 l
Boot/Cargo Space
652 l
Kerb Weight
1599 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2210 kg
Towing Capacity
1800 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
11.5 m
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2000 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
140 kW
Maximum Torque
250 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
87.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
156.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4x4
Gear Shift Type
DCT
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
4WD Engagement
Available
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Drivetrain Layout
4x4
Gearbox
DCT
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Transmission Type
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Highway Mileage
15.3 km/l
City Mileage
10.5 km/l
Claimed Mileage
13 km/l
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
40
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.0 km/l
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Airbags
6
ABS EBD
Standard
ABS
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
TCS
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Reversing Camera
Standard
Front Armrest
Standard
Seat Material
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Armrest Front
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Interior Colours
Black
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Interior Trim Colour
Black
Seat Trim
Cloth
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior, digital cockpit, advanced infotainment
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Interior Colour Options
Black
Steering Wheel Material
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
AC Type
Not Available
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Trim Level
flagship
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Speed Alert System
Adjustable speed limiter
Speed Limiter
Standard
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Boot Space Seats Folded
1650 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
1650 l
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Bottle Holders
Standard
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Power Windows
Not Available
Climate Control
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Source Model Column
tiguan
Sports Bar
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Front Armrest
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.7
Touchscreen
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Number of Speakers
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Infotainment System
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Body Type
SUV
Headlights
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Wading Depth
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
201 mm
Ground Clearance Min
201 mm
Tyre Size
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Steering Wheel Trim
Standard
Front Track Width
1586 mm
Rear Track Width
1576 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Service Plan
Not Available
Basic Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
Idle CO2 Output
175
CO2 Emissions G Km
175
Particulate Filter
Not Available
CO2 Emissions
175 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Starting Price
856200
Starting Price Zar
856200
Pricing Role
Active local lineup
Price Zar
856200 ZAR
Ownership Role
South Africa market model

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20 non-empty identity, provenance, and legacy source fields are retained here for review. They are not mixed into the buyer-facing specification table. The supplied pack has no values for 500 of the 813 specification-contract fields on this page, so those blank fields remain omitted.

Brand
Volkswagen
Brand Slug
volkswagen
Configuration Note
2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Volkswagen
Market
South Africa
Source URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/tiguan.html
Source Page URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/tiguan.html
Source Name
Volkswagen South Africa official specification sheet
OEM URL
https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/tiguan.html
Variant
2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG
Model
Tiguan
Fuel Efficiency
13 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
7.7
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.7 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.7 l/100km
Combined Consumption
7.7
Average Fuel Consumption
7.7
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Volkswagen Tiguan Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. The best buyer for Tiguan can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a power output of 110 kW and a DCT transmission with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
In South African use, the Tiguan has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The urban test for Tiguan should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. The vehicle’s towing capacity of 1900 is only useful if access and visibility work in practice
Highway
For highway buyers, the Tiguan needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for Tiguan. Run Tiguan at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a South African price reference of R668,100, a power output of 110 kW and a DCT transmission is more informative than maximum speed for Tiguan. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for Tiguan
Off-Road
A listed ground clearance of 191 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for Tiguan. For Tiguan, the sensible check is the exact 4x2 arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for Tiguan. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for Tiguan
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

Volkswagen Tiguan — Should You Buy It?

4.2/5
Excellent family packaging, expensive once properly optioned
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

The third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan remains one of the best-packaged conventional family SUVs in South Africa. Its 652-litre boot is unusually generous, the rear seats provide strong passenger space, and useful details include remote seat-fold releases and a proper spare wheel. The local range also gives buyers meaningful powertrain choice, from the familiar 1.4 TSI to diesel and stronger 4Motion derivatives. Cabin technology looks modern, led by a standard 12.9-inch infotainment display and 10-inch digital cockpit. The caveat is specification cost. Adaptive cruise, forward-collision warning and braking, rear-traffic alert, lane-change assistance and a reversing camera are bundled into paid packages on key versions. Adding desirable seats, a panoramic roof, powered tailgate or upgraded infotainment can move the final price far above the headline figure. A month-long South African assessment praised the Tiguan's luggage space, rear accommodation and open-road refinement, but found its optional-wheel ride firm at low speed and the 1.4 TSI hesitant under hard acceleration. Those observations and the aggressive value offered by rivals prevent an unqualified recommendation. Volkswagen's five-year/90,000 km service plan is useful, while the three-year/120,000 km warranty is less generous than some competitors. The Tiguan's fundamentals are excellent; the final option sheet determines whether its value is.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.1/5 · 20%
4.1/5
Value 3.6/5 · 20%
3.6/5
Practicality 4.7/5 · 20%
4.7/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.4/5 · 15%
4.4/5
Comfort & technology 4.3/5 · 10%
4.3/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Tiguan deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The Volkswagen Tiguan suits families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. Published consumption references around 7.7 l/100km help frame running costs, while output references around 110 kW and 140 help explain overtaking confidence. A fair review of Tiguan should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a two-wheel drive drivetrain, towing capacity of 1900 and a listed ground clearance of 191 can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for Tiguan is specific. An SUV body gives it a reason to be considered, while Petrol power and a South African price reference of R668,100 set the boundaries for Tiguan. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for Tiguan. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for Tiguan. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for Tiguan

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R668,100
  • ✓Power output: 110 kW
  • ✓Gearbox: DCT
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4x2
  • ✓Towing Capacity: 1900
  • ✓Ground clearance: 191
  • ✓Warranty: 3 years / 120 000 km
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Tiguan can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Tiguan depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Tiguan quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Tiguan budget.
  • ✕A short Tiguan test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Tiguan capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Tiguan grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Tiguan figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Tiguan stock and support terms.

Volkswagen Tiguan FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Volkswagen Tiguan run from R668,100 to R856,200, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.4 TSI 110kW DSG, 1.4 TSI 110kW Life DSG, 1.4 TSI 110kW R-Line DSG, 2.0 TDI 110kW Life 4Motion DSG, 2.0 TDI 110kW R-Line 4Motion DSG, 2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local...

Ground clearance differs across the Volkswagen Tiguan range: 1.4 TSI 110kW DSG, 1.4 TSI 110kW Life DSG, 2.0 TDI 110kW Life 4Motion DSG: 191 mm; 1.4 TSI 110kW R-Line DSG, 2.0 TDI 110kW R-Line 4Motion DSG, 2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG: 201 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways...

The Volkswagen Tiguan engine specification depends on derivative: 1.4 TSI 110kW DSG, 1.4 TSI 110kW Life DSG, 1.4 TSI 110kW R-Line DSG: 1400 cc, 110 kW (148 bhp); 2.0 TDI 110kW Life 4Motion DSG, 2.0 TDI 110kW R-Line 4Motion DSG: 2000 cc, 110 kW (148 bhp); 2.0 TSI 140kW R-Line 4Motion DSG: 2000...

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Volkswagen Tiguan is around 13 km/l.

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. The best buyer for Tiguan can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

In South African use, the Tiguan has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The urban test for Tiguan should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow...

For highway buyers, the Tiguan needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for Tiguan.

Buyers researching the Volkswagen Tiguan often compare it with rivals such as KIA Sportage , Toyota Fortuner , GWM H7 , Nissan X-Trail , Chery Tiggo 9 . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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