40 MPG, 258lbs ft Of Torque: New Tiguan Mixes Power With Economy
Published: 2nd April 2008
Volkswagen Tiguan
The most powerful Tiguan yet, equipped with a new 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS common rail diesel engine, has now been released for ordering. Combining greater torque than a Golf GTI with the efficiency, lower emissions and refinement you’d expect from a modern diesel, the Tiguan strikes a balance between performance and economy.
This new common rail engine is capable of developing a maximum of 258 lbs ft of torque via a six-speed manual gearbox. As with the rest of the Tiguan range the new engine will route drive through an advanced 4MOTION system which can divert up to 100 per cent of drive to any wheel depending on the traction available.
The increases in both power and torque do not come at the sacrifice of either economy or performance. The new engine is capable of returning 40.4 mpg on the combined cycle while emitting 185 g/km of CO2. As you’d expect from the most powerful Tiguan to date the new 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS also assures that it’s the fastest. The vehicle can accelerate from rest to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds before reaching a maximum speed of 125 mph.
As with the rest of the Tiguan range, the new model is equipped with a high level of standard equipment including six airbags, Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), ‘Climatic’ semi-automatic air conditioning and the RCD 510 touchscreen entertainment system with six-disc CD autochanger.
The new engine will be available in either SE or Sport trim levels. Prices for the new 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS start at £22,670 for the SE, rising to £23,370 for the Sport model.
Volkswagen Tiguan
Our Volkswagen Tiguan Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Tiguan range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £19,370 - £23,400
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Models in the range: 10
We have road tested the Volkswagen Tiguan, to read our in-depth car review:
Volkswagen Tiguan Review - Mar 2008
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 25th Jun 2008
