Volkswagen takes its best-selling family SUV into its third generation. We rate the petrol, diesel and hybrid versions.
s out there, but for the past three years, it has been Volkswagen’s biggest-selling model across the globe. Take that in for a moment – the Golf is no longer the brand’s definitive product.
the VW Tiguan comes with a wide range of engines, configurations and power outputs. Given the firm’s premium volume positioning, it’s going also need to have enough appeal to offer an alternative to the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Volvo XC40. A tall order. This is the one to go for if you’re regularly towing, or love a 500-plus mile range – expect about 55mpg out of it in daily driving. As you’d expect, it’s a very competent effort, and the unit’s typically narrow powerband is flattered by the smooth-shifting DSG transmission. It can get flustered when pulling out of side-roads or when you need to accelerate quickly, but it’s a momentary glitch.
VW’s worked hard to make sure the eHybrid works well in a number of situations. As per usual for a PHEV, it offers rapid acceleration, with a claimed 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds for the most powerful version – but it also comes with a baffling array of drive modes. Sport seems to be the best of all, but you’ll be glad to know it’ll still deliver all of its power in Eco mode when needed.VW’s pushed the boat out here in an effort to make the Tiguan appeal to keen drivers.
One thing that does surprise is how tied down and responsive the eHybrid model proves to be. It steers accurately, corners with real poise and level-headed calm, and on smooth roads at least seems to be the best of the lot. Boot space stands works out as 652 litres seats-up, which is right on the pace for its class, as well as larger than the outgoing Tiguan.There are five trim levels; Tiguan, Life, Match, Elegance and R-Line. You might get a myriad of engines to choose from as detailed above, but all models get a DSG transmission. Four-wheel drive will also be available as standard on the most powerful petrol versions as standard.
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