Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater Model To Relaunch Soon In India

Volkswagen has confirmed that the new five-seater Tiguan will be launched in the Indian market either sometime during this year or early-2021. The launch plan for the upcoming SUV might be affected due to the on-going Covid-19 pandemic in the country.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

According to Autocar India, the five-seater Tiguan will return to the Indian market. The upcoming Tiguan will be a facelift model that will feature a host of changes as compared to the previous-gen version. VW plans to locally assemble the new Tiguan, which will reduce import taxes and offer it to Indian customers at a more affordable price.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

The German auto manufacturer launched the seven-seater Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TSI in India, which replaced the regular 5-seater model. The smaller Tiguan came powered by only a 2.0 TDI diesel engine. The company is phasing out all its diesel models because of the introduction to BS6 emission norms.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

As a result, the upcoming 2020 Tiguan will be sold as a petrol only model and will come powered by a 1.5 TSI turbo-petrol engine. It will produce 148bhp and 250Nm of torque, and is expected to come mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch ‘DSG' automatic transmission. It could also come equipped with paddle shifters. The company is expected to launch the 2020 Tiguan with a 48V hybrid system, and a coast function, which will result in increased fuel-efficiency.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

The facelifted five-seater Tiguan will feature a new front and rear design as well. This includes a redesigned grille that merges with the headlight cluster, and will look similar to that on the new VW Golf 8. The redesigned LED headlamps will feature a unique three-dimensional effect. Other design changes are expected to the exterior of the SUV as well.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

Inside, it will feature a larger touchscreen that supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and the brand's connected technology with voice recognition. Other changes include a digital cockpit or digital instrument cluster, and updated interior trims to provide a premium feel of the cabin.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

At the time of launch, the company is expected to launch the Tiguan as a front-wheel drive variant to keep the cost down. The facelifted 5-seater Tiguan will likely be assembled at the company's Chakan facility in Pune.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

The Volkswagen Tiguan has become the brand's global bestseller with over 9,00,000 units sold in 2019, overtaking the iconic Golf hatchback. With the upcoming Tiguan facelift model, we expect the SUV to fare well in the Indian market.

Volkswagen Tiguan Five-Seater SUVl To Relaunch In India

Thoughts About The Volkswagen Tiguan Five Seater Model To Relaunch Soon In India

New Volkswagen Tiguan is expected to come equipped with best-in-class features, performance and quality. With the upcoming SUV locally-assembled in the country, we expect Volkswagen to price the new Tiguan aggressively.

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Article Published On: Thursday, May 14, 2020, 13:36 [IST]
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