A few days ago, relevant channels exposed a set of road test spy photos of the new Tiguan L (Inquiry | Pictures | Parameters). This is also the first exposure of the new-generation Tiguan extended version in China. According to previous news, the new car will officially land in the domestic market in 2024. This new car has corresponding updates in appearance, interior, chassis power and other aspects, and can be called a brand-new model.
First of all, from the appearance point of view, although the test car in the picture is covered with a thick camouflage car cover, it is not difficult to see from the overall silhouette that the new car is basically consistent with the design of the overseas version. The front face also uses through-type light groups and Volkswagen's iconic banner grille shape. Judging from the honeycomb structure of the center grille, the test car is even a version of the R-Line kit.
In terms of side proportions, the domestic test model is basically consistent with the overseas version, showing similar body proportions. Although the lengthening of the wheelbase is not obvious, it is speculated that the rear overhang seems to have been lengthened, which may mean that the new car may continue the three-row seat layout design.
According to previous news, the length of the new Tiguan will increase by 32mm in the future, reaching 4551mm; the height will increase by 5mm, reaching 1640mm; the width and wheelbase will remain unchanged at 1939mm and 2681mm respectively. The size of the domestically produced Tiguan L version is likely to be further enhanced, and the interior space performance may also be even better.
As for the rear of the car, it is expected to continue the design elements of the overseas version, including through-type taillights and lower surrounds. These details continue the coherence and style of the overall design. The retention of these features may add a sense of style and modernity to the domestic version of the Tiguan L, while also providing coherence and enhancing a sense of hierarchy to the overall appearance of the model.
As for the interior, although the spy photos exposed this time are not clear enough, it can be determined from the outline of the details that the new car will most likely continue Volkswagen’s family-style layout, with a 15-inch OLED suspended central control screen, LCD instrument and pocket The gear design and other features will most likely not be absent. Referring to the new overseas Tiguan, the decorative elements on the passenger center console and door panels enhance the texture of the entire car.
In terms of power, the specific parameters of the domestic version have not yet been exposed. The current Tiguan L still has the third-generation EA888 engine. The new European version of Tiguan will be equipped with the fourth-generation version as early as 2021, so the new Tiguan L is likely to be equipped with it in the future. The fourth generation EA888 engine.
The overseas version offers a variety of options, including 1.5T/2.0 fuel, mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid. The plug-in hybrid version is equipped with a 1.5T engine + electric motor, with a pure electric range of more than 100km; the performance version is even equipped with a 3.0T six-cylinder engine. Cylinder plug-in hybrid power, the power output is greatly improved.
Based on previous news, the domestic version of Tiguan L is expected to be officially launched in the first half of this year, and the specific configuration can only wait until the official release. Whether there will be special optimization and customization for the domestic market may become the focus of consumers' attention, and we need to wait for further official announcements.
It is worth mentioning that the new overseas Volkswagen Tiguan has been released in Q3 of 2023. The previously exposed Spanish market price is as high as 42,290-52,345 euros, which is approximately RMB 330,000-410,000 yuan. For reference, the current domestic Tiguan L’s guide price range is 198,700-260,800. Let us wait and see how the price will change in the future.
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