VOLKSWAGEN

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE ESTATE 1.5 TSI R-Line 5dr DSG

Fuel

FuelPetrol

Transmission

TransmissionAutomatic

Acceleration

0 - 62 mph9.6s

WLTP - CO2 (g/km)

WLTP - CO2169 g/km

Volkswagen's improved Tiguan Allspace 7-seat SUV gets revised design, extra control and assist systems and new premium features. And, of course, it's still as practical as ever. Could it be all the car you'll ever really need? Potential buyers will probably see this car in just that way.

CONQUEST OF SPACE

Volkswagen's 7-seat Tiguan Allspace gets an upgrade. Jonathan Crouch checks it out.

Ten Second Review

Volkswagen's improved Tiguan Allspace 7-seat SUV gets revised design, extra control and assist systems and new premium features. And, of course, it's still as practical as ever. Could it be all the car you'll ever really need? Potential buyers will probably see this car in just that way.

Background

Increasingly, it's no longer enough to just offer a single mid-sized five-seat SUV. The market's now demanding that mainstream makers also provide variants of such models that are lengthened enough to be able to incorporate a third seating row. Volkswagen couldn't ignore this trend - and didn't, bringing us this bigger 'Allspace' Tiguan derivative in 2017, then updated four years on to create the car we're going to look at here. It's not much larger than the standard version; 215mm of extra length has been added, with the wheelbase extended by 109mm. Still, as we'll see, it's enough to make quite a difference to the way you can potentially use this car.

Driving Experience

You wouldn't expect the changes made to this slightly lengthened Allspace model to have much effect on drive dynamics - nor have they. If anything, the stretched wheelbase has had a positive effect on this model's roadgoing demeanour, the extra weight and longer stance helping the suspension smooth over bumps through higher speed corners. Ride quality is an established strength of the ordinary Tiguan and remains an attribute here, aided immeasurably by the hi-tech MQB platform that sits beneath the bodywork. There are no changes to the engineering of this Allspace model over the ordinary Tiguan and Volkswagen has also worked hard to ensure that this variant's extra 215mm of body length doesn't upset that car's reassuring handling balance. At the foot of the engine range is a 150PS 1.5-litre TSI EVO unit with 'Cylinder-on-Demand' technology and 2WD. Most buyers of this car though, will probably want the alternative 2.0 TDI diesel, which now gets more efficient twin-dosing selective catalytic reduction system. Many likely customers will want this car fitted with the 2.0 TDI 150PS unit, which can be ordered with with front wheel drive or (with a DSG auto 'box fitted) with 4MOTION 4WD. If you go for the pokier 200PS 2.0 TDI powerplant, you have to have 4MOTION and the DSG auto. The 4MOTION and DSG systems are also mandatory if you choose the top 2.0 TSI petrol engine, available with either 190 or 245PS. The fifth-generation four-wheel-drive 4MOTION system provides a faster apportioning of power to all four wheels via a process that provides pre-activation of the rear clutch and improved operation of the electronic differentials. In recent times, nearly three-quarters of Tiguan buyers in the UK have shown a preference for AWD. In 4x4 form, the car has 200mm of ground clearance, 11mm more than it would have in 2WD guise.

Design and Build

As before, this is basically a long wheelbase version of the standard Tiguan. The main change with this revised Tiguan Allspace is a redesigned front featuring an independent radiator grille and elegant signature lighting which can now include the brand's latest IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights. A further new feature is the “sweeping” indicator function of the LED turn signals. On either side of the redesigned Volkswagen logo, an illuminated strip in the radiator grille adds a more striking visual note. These front changes have added 22mm to the overall length. Inside, as with the updated MK2 Tiguan, there's a new centre-dash infotainment system with an integrated eSIM. Plus a digitalised climate module with slider controls. there's increrased availability of the Digital Cockpit Pro indstrument binnacle screen. And the option of a new Harmon/Kardon audio system upgrade. Otherwise, things are much as before. This Allspace model's extra 60mm of overall length over a standard Tiguan makes possible the fitment of a third seating row. As with rivals, these additional pews are really only really intended for children, but they're no more cramped than those you'll find in obvious direct rivals like Skoda's Kodiaq or Nissan's X-Trail. You'll need to use the middle row's standard liding mechanism and push the centre bench right forward if lanky adults are to be accommodated at the very back. This Tiguan's added length also boosts boot space. With the rearmost seats in place, boot capacity is 230-litres; with the two seats stowed away into the boot floor, capacity rises 85 litres-from the five-seat version to a total of 700-litres. Drop the second row as well and capacity reaches 1775-litres. These will be satisfyingly spacious numbers for potential family buyers, even if they can't quite match the figures of the competing Volkswagen Group models this car shares its engineering with, that Skoda Kodiaq and the SEAT Tarraco.

Market and Model

Prices start at just over £32,000 at rates that represent a premium of around £3,500 over an ordinary Tiguan. Most buyers will focus on the 150PS version of Volkswagen's familiar 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine, priced from around £34,500 - or around £36,000 with DSG auto transmission. If you want 4MOTION 4WD with the 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG variant, then an extra £2,000 will secure it. As for trim levels, there's a choice of 'Life', 'Elegance' and 'R-Line' options, with prices up to around £43,000. All models come with alloy wheels, 'Climatic' semi-automatic air conditioning, a trip computer, all-round electric windows, an alarm, power heated door mirrors and a 'Composition Media' infotainment system. Safety kit includes a clever 'Automatic Post-Collision Braking System' that automatically brakes the car down to 6mph after a collision - so if, say, someone hits you and, understandably, you go to pieces, the car will automatically sort itself out. There's also a 'Front Assist' system that at speed, scans the road ahead as you drive for potential accident hazards, warning you if one is detected and automatically braking if necessary. You get that same kind of functionality at urban speeds too, as part of a 'City Emergency Braking' system included as part of the 'Front Assist' package.

Cost of Ownership

Expect the 2.0 TDI 150PS 2WD manual variant many will want to deliver up to 53.3mpg on the combined cycle and up to 140g/km of CO2. That falls to a best of 45.6mpg and 163g/km for the 4MOTION DSG auto version of this variant. For the 2.0 TDI 200 4MOTION auto, it's up to 40.9mpg and 180g/km. Go for the 1.5-litre TSI EVO petrol option and the figures are up to 41.5mpg and up to 154g/km with manual transmission. Overall, though the upfront sticker price isn't cheap, whichever variant you choose, you'll probably be better off choosing this Volkswagen than a cheaper South Korean alternative when you factor in depreciation and whole life costs. And warranties? Well the standard package is three years and 60,000 miles. If you plan to see a bit more of the world in your Tiguan, there's a five year / 90,000 mile package. Whatever your decision, your car will come with three years of pan-European Roadside Assistance that has no mileage restriction. The paintwork warranty lasts for three years and, as you'd expect, this car is protected by a 12-year anti-corrosion package.

Summary

As with the ordinary Tiguan model, providing you don't expect this Allspace derivative to be among the cheaper choices in this segment, then there's very little not to like here. For the cost of, say, a five-seat Audi Q5 or Mercedes GLC, you can get yourself, in this seven-seat Volkswagen, a family SUV with almost equal badge equity but quite a lot more versatility. What's not to like? All the established Tiguan virtues remain - high residuals, impressive efficiency and strong build quality. And as ever with this model, there's an extra dash of polish in everything it does that'll make you feel as good when you open the bedroom window as you will when you're at the wheel.

  • Privacy glass
  • Heated windscreen washer jets

  • Rear disc brakes
  • Anti-lock Brake System + Electronic Brakeforce Distribution + Brake assist
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) inc EDL (Electronic Differential Lock) and ASR (Traction Control)

  • Front + rear carpet mats

  • Front wheel drive

  • Mobile phone interface comfort with inductive charging feature
  • App-Connect

  • Progressive steering
  • Dynamic road sign display
  • Front assist system
  • Driver alert system
  • Driver profile selection
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Multifunction front facing camera
  • Lane keeping system Lane Assist
  • Lane change system side assist and rear traffic alert
  • Park distance control in front and rear
  • Comfort drive Travel Assist and Emergency Assist

  • Electric boot lid

  • Digital cockpit pro
  • eCall emergency call service
  • Speedo and rev counter, electronic odometer, trip, service interval display and exterior temperature gauge

  • Exterior mirror housings painted in silver
  • Auto dimming interior rear view mirror

  • Start-stop system with battery regeneration (recuperation - energy recovery during braking)

  • 2 USB-C ports in the front, 1 USB-C charging socket on the center console in the rear
  • Diversity antenna for FM reception
  • DAB Digital radio
  • Radio

  • Silver roof rails
  • Exterior badge deletion
  • Body coloured bumpers in R Line style
  • Rear spoiler in R style
  • Chrome mouldings on side window

  • Rear fog light
  • Coming/leaving home lighting function
  • Automatic headlight control system

  • Air Care Climatronic 3 zone automatic climate control with enhanced air filter and controls in the rear

  • 12V socket in centre console
  • 12-volt outlet in centre console rear and luggage compartment
  • Drawers under front seats
  • Door and side trim panel with leatherette insert
  • Leather gearshift handle
  • Leather wrapped multi function sports steering wheel, heated, with touch control and shifting paddles
  • Stainless steel pedals
  • Black roof lining
  • Front centre armrest
  • Illuminated scuff plates

  • Front footwell illumination
  • LED interior light with switch off delay/dimmer and 2 front/rear LED reading lights

  • Driver assistance plus package - Tiguan Allspace
  • Ambience pack - Tiguan Allspace R Line
  • Park assist pack - Tiguan Allspace

  • Warning buzzer for seatbelts if unfastened
  • 3 point seat belt for centre rear seat
  • Side airbag in front and rear with curtain airbag
  • Driver's and front passenger's airbag with front passenger's airbag deactivation switch
  • PreCrash preventive occupant protection Front and rear
  • Pedestrian monitoring
  • Two tone horn
  • Height adjustable front 3 point seatbelts + pretensioners
  • 3 rear three point seatbelts
  • Driver and front passenger safety-optimised head restraints

  • 3rd row seats
  • Driver and front passenger seat height adjustment
  • Foldable front passenger seat backrest
  • Heated front seats
  • 3 head restraints in rear
  • ISOFIX anchorage points for mounting 2 child seats on rear seats and i-Size child seats

  • Electronic steering lock
  • Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring, backup horn and towing protection
  • Anti-theft wheel bolts
  • Remote central locking with 2 remote folding keys

  • Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors

  • 20" Misano black with diamond turned surface alloy wheels with Airstop tyres

  • Standard Euro Emissions: EURO 6
  • HC+NOx: N
  • Particles: N
  • WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb: 169

  • CC: 1498
  • Cylinders: 4
  • Cylinder Layout: IN-LINE
  • Number of Valves: 16
  • Camshaft: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
  • Catalytic Convertor: True
  • Engine Layout: FRONT TRANSVERSE
  • Transmission: SEMI-AUTO
  • Gears: 7 SPEED

  • EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies: False
  • EC Urban (mpg): N
  • EC Extra Urban (mpg): N
  • EC Combined (mpg): N
  • WLTP - MPG - Low: 30.7
  • WLTP - MPG - Medium: 38.2
  • WLTP - MPG - High: 44.1
  • WLTP - MPG - Extra High: 36.7
  • WLTP - MPG - Comb: 37.7
  • WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low: 9.2
  • WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium: 7.4
  • WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High: 6.4
  • WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High: 7.7
  • WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb: 7.5

  • Generation Mark: 2
  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying: False
  • Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?: False
  • Special Edition: False
  • Special Order: False
  • Based On ID: N
  • NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %: N
  • NCAP Child Occupant Protection %: N
  • NCAP Pedestrian Protection %: N
  • NCAP Safety Assist %: N
  • NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09: N
  • Badge Power: 150
  • Badge Engine CC: 1.5
  • Vehicle Homologation Class: M1
  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Years: 3
  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage: 60000
  • Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years: 3
  • Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years: 12
  • Coin Series: R Line
  • Coin Description: TSI

  • Engine Power - KW: 110
  • Engine Torque - LBS.FT: 184
  • Engine Torque - NM: 250
  • Engine Torque - RPM: 1500
  • Engine Power - BHP: 150
  • Engine Power - PS: True
  • 0 to 60 mph (secs): False
  • 0 to 62 mph (secs): 9.6
  • Top Speed: 124
  • Engine Torque - MKG: 25.5

  • Emissions Test Cycle: WLTP
  • RDE Certification Level: RDE 2

  • Tyre Size Front: 255/40 R20
  • Alloys?: True
  • Space Saver?: False
  • Wheel Style: MISANO
  • Tyre Size Rear: 255/40 R20
  • Tyre Size Spare: TYRE REPAIR KIT
  • Wheel Type: 20" ALLOY

  • Height: 1686
  • Height (including roof rails): N
  • Length: 4726
  • Width: 1859
  • Wheelbase: 2788

  • Minimum Kerbweight: 1568
  • Gross Vehicle Weight: 2290
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres): 58
  • Max. Towing Weight - Braked: 1800
  • Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked: 750
  • Max. Loading Weight: 722
  • No. of Seats: 7
  • Max. Roof Load: 75
  • Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb: 11.9

  • Heated insulating windshield - R Line: £320

  • Sports suspension: Included
  • Dynamic chassis control: £565

  • Voice control system: £210

  • Rear view camera: £380
  • Area view camera: £745
  • Trailer maneuvering system trailer assist: £280

  • Discover Navigation including Streaming & Internet: Included
  • Head up Display: £530
  • Discover pro nav inc Streaming & Internet with Touchscreen 9.2‘‘ colour display,bluetooth,gesture,voice control,DRS display,weConnect + and dualmap: £620

  • Exterior mirrors power adjustable and heated: Included
  • Electrically foldable exterior mirrors: Included

  • Harman Kardon sound system: £800
  • 8 speakers: Included

  • Solid paint: Included
  • Metallic paint: £645
  • Pearlescent paint: £645
  • Premium paint: £1,075
  • Tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof: £975
  • Front underbody guard includes front stone guard: £250
  • Underbody guard: £250

  • LED headlamps with LED separate signature running light and dynamic cornering light: Included
  • IQ light adv HBC, dyn light assist LED matrix headlamps,DH range,dark red LED rear combo light,poor weather,CL,LED headlamp with LED DRL and DCL - PXC: £425
  • Poor weather light and cornering light: Included
  • Dark red rear combination lamps in LED technology: Included
  • Headlight range control: Included

  • Art Velours greyson sports cloth upholstery: Included
  • Tool kit: Included
  • Net partition: £160

  • Winter pack including heated outer rear seats - Tiguan Allspace: £240
  • Easy open and close pack with safelock - Tiguan Allspace: £330
  • Smoker pack - Tiguan Allspace: £55
  • Winter pack - Tiguan Allspace: Included
  • Vienna leather pack - Tiguan Allspace R-Line: £1,885

  • Metallic - Platinum grey: £645
  • Metallic - Pyrite Silver: £645
  • Metallic - Atlantic blue: £645

  • Pearl - Deep black: £645

  • Solid - Pure white: £0

  • Premium paint - Onyx white mother of pearl effect: £1,075

  • First aid kit and warning triangle: £20
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system: £165
  • Warning triangle: Included
  • Tyre pressure loss indicator: Included

  • Top comfort sports seats in front with 'R' Logo: Included
  • Driver + front passenger lumbar support: Included

  • Keyless locking and starting system keyless access with safelock: Included

  • Swivelling towbar with 13 pin electrical kit: £815

  • Art Velours greyson sports cloth - Magnetic grey/Titanium black: £0

  • Vienna leather pack - Crystal grey/Titanium black: £1,885

  • Space and weight saving spare wheel with luggage compartment adjustable in 2 heights, tool kit and jack: £225
  • Tyre mobility set: Included

Whilst every effort is made to verify and ensure the accuracy of the data, the information should only be used as a guide and no purchasing decision should be made without verification of the data from either the manufacturer or franchised dealer. Our offers may be on a different model year to that represented by this data and so specification may differ accordingly.

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