Turning heads wherever it goes
Wherever you take your Tiguan, you'll find this sleek, sporty SUV turning heads. Its distinctive "baby Touareg" looks exude Volkswagen quality, from the bold front grille to the dynamic design of the steeply sloping tailgate. And the premium styling continues inside the airy cabin with its classy silver trim. The Tiguan is spacious and adaptable with flexible seats and up to 1,510 litres of load space.
Agile and responsive
Once you're in the commanding driving seat of the Tiguan the fun really starts. Agile and responsive on the road, confident and comfortable off it, its active suspension and superb chassis will smooth you over speed bumps and potholes. Engine choices at launch include Volkswagen's refined 2.0 TDI 140 PS common rail turbodiesel which delivers a quieter, more economical performance. (It's so clean it already meets the strict 2009 Euro-5 emission standard*). You can also opt for the 1.4 TSI 150PS petrol engine.
As safe as it looks
A maximum 5-star Euro NCAP rating guarantees top levels of protection. Among the Tiguan's many advanced safety features are 6 airbags, ISOFIX child seat fixings, ABS, an Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) and ASR traction control. So you can relax and enjoy the journey, wherever you're going.
Perfect parallel parking
If you want to stop as smartly as you go, then you'll opt to fit your Tiguan with Park Assist (it's the only SUV to offer it). This clever system scans all available parking spaces, finds one just the right size, then slots you smartly into it. All you have to do is operate the pedals and wait for the applause.
Generously equipped
Standard equipment levels are high, with all Tiguans featuring 4MOTION 4-wheel drive, alloy wheels, Climatic semi-automatic air conditioning and multifunction display. SE trim adds a new touchscreen radio/CD autochanger, leather steering wheel and chrome detailing, while the Sport boasts rain and dusk sensors and sports seats and suspension. Exciting options range from a sliding panoramic sunroof to touch-screen satellite navigation system with reversing camera.
The verdict
If you have to drive in the city, but want the space and solid comfort that an SUV offers, then the Tiguan has it all. Cleverly crafted for urban streets, while retaining the robust qualities of a 4x4, it can take your busy life in its stride. And with a low insurance rating** and class-leading residual values***, the Tiguan, from just £19,370 RRP, is a very smart choice.