Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI 140 CV DSG 4M, road test (Equipment, prices and overall assessment)

We conclude the road test of the Volkswagen Tiguan, a test in which we have already told you how its 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine with 140 CV performs. The best feature of this version is the DSG automatic gearbox and, for those who want to leave the asphalt with total confidence, the 4Motion all-wheel drive comes with it. You can find all of this in detail in the first part of the Tiguan road test.

In the second we turned to analysing the styling, that is, exterior design, interior and boot. The exterior design remains faithful to its smooth, conservative lines, while the interior offers quality and practicality, thanks to its sliding rear seats, among other features.

Equipment

Within the equipment we begin with a review of the safety features, which are fitted as standard on every Volkswagen Tiguan. Among these standard items we find: front, side and curtain airbags, stability control, front fog lights, active head restraints, among other features. In the Euro NCAP crash tests it achieved five stars in 2009 with a good score (87% for adult occupant protection).

And within the rest of the equipment we can distinguish several trim levels: T1, Sport, Country and Excellence. The model featured in this test was an Excellence, while the Country is a more rugged version with improved off-road approach angles and protection.

As standard from the T1 trim the equipment is very complete: it includes the CD 510 touchscreen radio with Bluetooth and USB/AUX input. Automatic headlight activation, air conditioning, 17-inch alloy wheels, among other features, are also not forgotten.

Within the equipment of our test unit, the Excellence level stands out, since it comes with practically everything as standard except the automatic parking system. Beyond that there are the steerable bi-xenon headlights, leather upholstery, the touchscreen radio (standard from the base trim, along with Bluetooth and USB input), among other features.

We were surprised by the quality of the speakers, which slightly improve on what is typical in some models Volkswagen, such as the Jetta, whose standard speakers were of lower quality in terms of power. And the colour instrument display is very complete.

The automatic parking system is, as always, interesting for those of us who don’t want to break our heads parking; it works correctly and, being automatic, we only have to use the accelerator or brake and the car does the rest. This is a feature we are gradually seeing on many models.

Prices

• Tiguan T1 2.0 TDI BlueMotion 110 CV 24,435 EUR
• Tiguan T1 2.0 TDI BlueMotion 140 CV 26,835 EUR
• Tiguan Sport 1.4 TSI 4Motion 160 CV 33,200 EUR
• Tiguan Sport 2.0 TSI 4Motion 180 CV
• Tiguan Sport 2.0 TDI 4Motion BlueMotion 140 CV 34,090 EUR
• Tiguan Sport 2.0 TDI 4Motion 170 CV 34,450 EUR
• Tiguan Country 2.0 TDI 4Motion 140 CV 34,300 EUR
• Tiguan Country 2.0 TDI 4Motion 170 CV 34,650 EUR
• Tiguan Excellence 2.0 TSI 4Motion DSG 180 CV 38,730 EUR
• Tiguan Excellence 2.0 TSI 4Motion 210 CV 38,320 EUR
• Tiguan Excellence 2.0 TDI 4Motion 140 CV 35,920 EUR
• Tiguan Excellence 2.0 TDI 4Motion 170 CV 36,280 EUR

Almost all versions can optionally be fitted with the DSG automatic gearbox, at an extra cost of close to 2,200 EUR. For more information, consult the configurator on the official Volkswagen website.

Overall Assessment

This time, as we are testing two SUVs that compete directly in the market, we preferred to make a general assessment of both models so that we can highlight which elements stand out and which elements can be improved in both cars, whether the Volkswagen Tiguan or the Mazda CX-5. So, after telling you about the Mazda, we will compare both models to see what each SUV offers.

Photos | Diego G. Moreira
(Locations: Baiona, Sierra de Madrid, Valença-Portugal)

Technical specifications of this car

CrossoverVolkswagen Tiguan14 versions · from 36,150 €