2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price and Specs

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price and Specs

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price and Specs
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price, Engine and Specs - The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan ranks 8 out of 21 Affordable Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 31 published reviews and test drives of the Volkswagen Tiguan, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

Reviewers say the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is hard to beat thanks to its powerful engine and upscale interior.

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price and Specs

The Volkswagen Tiguan has one of the peppiest engines in the class and one of the nicest interiors, but its high price may force some shoppers to turn to competitors with lower prices and better fuel economy ratings, like the Mazda CX-7. Though the Tiguan is expensive, reviewers think it offers a lot for the money, and the base model is well-equipped.

Despite its top performance, the 2012 VW Tiguan lags behind other compact SUVS because it’s not as utilitarian. But most reviewers don’t mind the Tiguan’s meager cargo space because the rear seat is really spacious, and passengers can slide the rear seat forward and back to get comfortable. Families willing to sacrifice some cargo space for a quality interior and a powerful engine should be pleased with the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price and Specs

The drive of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Review, Price, Engine and Specs :
The new Tiguan’s petrol engines are the sensational twin-charged 118kW/240Nm 1.4litre TSI, a 132kW two-litre TSI and the top-spec 155kW two-litre TSI that boasts 280Nm of torque.

The two-litre TDI engine is good for 103kW of peak power and a combined fuel- consumption figure of just 6.0litres/100 km when mated with the six-speed manual gearbox.

Initially the front-wheel-drive 1.4litre TSI is a six-speed-manual-only model but a DSG transmission will become available next year.

The rest of the pack – the 103TDI, 132TSI and the 155TSI – run Volkswagen’s 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system.

Buyers of the 103TDI can choose between a six-speed manual or the seven-speed DSG, the 132TSI gives buyers the same transmission choices, while the 155TSI is a seven-speed DSG-only model.

To enhance their fuel efficiency and exhaust cleanliness, both the front-wheel-drive 103TDI and the 118TSI versions use VW’s BlueMotion technology that includes a start/stop system and brake-energy recuperation.

Price List of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan :
- 2012 Tiguan 118TSI - 6-Speed Manual - $28,490
- 2012 Tiguan 132TSI - 6-Speed Manual - $33,490
- 2012 Tiguan 132TSI - 7-Speed DSG - $35,990
- 2012 Tiguan 103TDI - 6-Speed Manual - $35,990
- 2012 Tiguan 103TDI - 7-Speed DSG - $38,490
- 2012 Tiguan 155TSI - 7-Speed DSG - $42,990

Interior design of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan :
Interior design of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan - All the new Tiguan SUVs now come standard with daytime driving lights, six airbags (front, front side and curtain airbags), safety-optimised front head restraints ABS brakes, an auto-hold function, brake-assist and electronic brake-force distribution.Also on the safety-kit menu are anti-slip regulation, an electronic differential lock, electronic stability program and engine braking control.With the exception of the top-spec petrol-powered 155TSl, all Tiguan models ride on 16-inch alloy wheels and come equipped with air conditioning, an AM/FM security-coded radio) with an MP3-compatible CD player, Bluetooth phone connectivity as well as a centre-console-mounted media device interface that comes with a USB connection cable.The 155TSI adds sporty 17-inch alloys, dual-zone automatic climate control, a fancier touch-screen audio system with MP3, automatic rain-s sensing wipers and rear parking- distance system with optical parking sensors as standard.The range-topper also adds extra chrome highlights, tinted glass from the B-pillar back, sports seats, front fog lights and sports suspension.For buyers who want one with the lot, they can add options such as VW’s “park-assist 2", an excellent adaptive chassis-control system and the RNS510 satellite-navigation system.The five-door, five-seat Tiguan has a 60:40 split-fold rear bench seat that can be adjusted forwards and backwards by up to 16cm and also reclined. Cargo capacity ranges from 395 to 1510litres.

Engine of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan :
Engine of 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan - One engine propels the Tiguan, and it's one of VW's best. The turbocharged, 200-horsepower four works best with the six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, though it doesn't feel especially light or nimble even in that trimmest configuration. The Tiguan's just not an autocrosser--for that, there's a Golf R with all-wheel drive. This crossover can tow up to 2200 pounds, and can mud around with optional all-wheel drive, toting your skis and pets if you want to share in the fun. Source : usnews.rankingsandreviews.com

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