MY17/MQB Platform Tiguan Discussion Thread

[vw_alex]

I'm almost certain that this one is going to be bigger and better than the last Tig. Hopefully pricing is around the same. Now only to wait another year+ until it arrives here....

I thought it was only the long wheel base version was going to take that long? Are they talking Q3-Q4 2016 for ANY new model?!

[tigger73]

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I thought it was only the long wheel base version was going to take that long? Are they talking Q3-Q4 2016 for ANY new model?!

Yes that's what VWA has said that it'll be q3/q4 2016 before we see these here. This is in line with what happens globally with new models - Australia is one of the last places to get the new model.

There has been mentioned that the LWB version is only going to be sold in China and the U.S. And probably not until 2017 or so. We'll just have to wait and see on this one.


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[dinot81]

The new Tiguan is going for sale in Germany from April 2016. The new Passat was available from November 2014 in Germany and 11 months later (Oct 2015) going for sale here in Oz. We would be lucky to see the new models at at all in 2016 if you ask me.

[Timbo]

I'm a little more optimistic, based on the fact the CUV market, at which the Tig is aimed, is very competitive...probably more than that of the Passat. So I doubt very much if VWA and its dealers could stand silent without a up-to-date competitive product for 12mths.....I do hope I'm not disappointed!

[tigger73]

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Probably the biggest factor is going to be getting volume from the factory. This is why they stagger the releases around the world.

There's usually a peak in sales in the first 3-6 months and then drops off after that. Personally I don't mind that we're not first on the list as it gives time for the factory to sort out any issues with the new model before they start shipping vehicles here.

If Europe is only getting the new Tig early next year then I think it's optimistic that we get it by the end of 2016. Launch date for the new model can also be effected by the amount of stock of the old model that is still being held by VWA and the dealers.


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[PerthMTB]

I'm a little more optimistic, based on the fact the CUV market, at which the Tig is aimed, is very competitive...probably more than that of the Passat. So I doubt very much if VWA and its dealers could stand silent without a up-to-date competitive product for 12mths.....I do hope I'm not disappointed!

Don't mean to dampen your enthusiasm, but as I already said further up the thread, my dealer isn't expecting his first new Tigs until Q4 2016, and then only a few limited examples and with the colours/specs dictated by the distributor. They will deliberately spread the first few around and they will be 'fully optioned' (therefore expensive) models to give that Wow! factor in the showrooms. If you wait until detailed pricing & specs on the Oz models are available (probably about the same time the first ones arrive in the showrooms), and then order one to your own spec, and considering the order lag on even the current models is four months, you'll likely be waiting until 2Q 2017 before you get your car.

Sure the SUV market is competitive, and as soon as a new model is announced the old one is dead in the water bar a few bargain hunters. But the Oz market is tiny compared to Europe, US, and China so they will give them priority as production is still ramping up.

[Sharkie]

Not too fussed on the Oz release dates as I want a Jan 2017 build anyway, will order in Oct/Nov 16 and should have delivery in March 2017 .....

Was going to order a new Polo GTI early next year for my wife, but that is now off the cards as she'd rather the new Tiguan.

[Sharkie]

And some more (of the same really) information ...

New 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan: latest pics, specs and full details | Auto Express

In blue a 2.0TSI R-Line has a good chance of finding a spot at my house ......

[dero]

R-Line in the Tiguan is basically a slightly lowered set of suspension, a body kit, some badges and the paddle shifters on the steering wheel, right?

[Dingah]

No it's not.
Leather throughout, electric drivers seat, larger wheels & tyres and flared wheel arch guards, colour coding on body, 7 speed DSG with flat bottom wheel and paddles, RNS 510, adaptive, fog lights, electric chassis control with 3 settings...............
Very different than the R-line kit option on other models....and that's the current model. Expect more in the 2016 release.

Dingah

[MGV]

I don't think 'slightly lowered suspension', though could be wrong...

[tigger73]

MY17/MQB Platform Tiguan Discussion Thread - Official Images page 16

It depends whether you're talking about the new model or the current one (this thread is about the new model due here later this year).

Current model there is the R-line (155TSI petrol) which is the top of the range and comes with a heap of options including adjustable suspension. You can also option up the 132TSI or 130TDI with an R-line kit but you'll miss out on a few of the options that the R-line model gets (adjustable suspension, leather R-line seats and probably one or 2 other bits).

There's no news yet of what model options will be available here let alone what motors they are going to bring for the MY17 new shape.

Here's hoping they offer the R-line kit with 162kW petrol or if not at least the 176kW bi-turbo diesel


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[Sharkie]

I am expecting the Gen3 EA888 (~162kw) to be available in the top of the line petrol model. Everything I've read and a recent (2 days ago) conversation with a VW dealer points towards that.

With an APR tune only that will deliver a ~235kw/515NM beast which will do me (sorry SWMBO) nicely.

Was hoping to see a 7seat option sooner than the expected mid 2017, but apparently that is extremely unlikely.

EDIT: Of particular interest was 1 article I read that said the Active 4Motion system in the new Tiguan will have a dial by which the driver will be able to set the engagement of the AWD system for different driving conditions. A rear biased setting for "performance" driving would be awesome. Even a true 50:50 setting would be welcome.

[tigger73]

I have heard that APR is developing a "mild" stage 3 kit for the R/S3 which is a moderate turbo upgrade for those looking to move away from the stock turbo. Wondering if anything like that will be available for the 162TSI engine in the next 12 months.

Going too much more that 235kw on a FWD car is pretty pointless but if it's on an AWD platform that's a completely different story.


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[Sharkie]

I have heard that APR is developing a "mild" stage 3 kit for the R/S3 which is a moderate turbo upgrade for those looking to move away from the stock turbo. Wondering if anything like that will be available for the 162TSI engine in the next 12 months.

Going too much more that 235kw on a FWD car is pretty pointless but if it's on an AWD platform that's a completely different story.


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Or this, a R turbo for the GTI and possibly new Tiguan engines ..... APR - High Performance Development for Audi, VW and Porsche Vehicles.

287kw .....