I have ordered/received my New Tiguan

[Gladbach]

Got a call out of the blue from my dealer yesterday. I can pick up my tig next week after they fit the tow bar. Apparently it was a cancelled order. 162tsi, r-line, and DA in pure white. Better than the wait anticipated.

Nice. When were you expecting to receive it otherwise?

[hcvo1]

No, I checked again this morning. I see all of the 888s but mine isn't one of them. Here's hoping ours are on the UDINE.

I think we will get our wish and it should get here a week earlier! Fingers crossed for the UNDINE


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[hcvo1]

No, I checked again this morning. I see all of the 888s but mine isn't one of them. Here's hoping ours are on the UDINE.

Most of the Tiguans loaded on the BESS are bound for either Port Elizabeth, Fremantle or Brisbane. This will explain why ours is not on it. The UNDINE does not stop in Fremantle or Brisbane but does in Melbourne and Port Kembla - here's hoping...

[hcvo1]

For those whose Tiguans have been built and awaiting shipment, I think your Tiguans might be a bit cold... Completely different story here today where it is stinking hot!

[Gladbach]

Most of the Tiguans loaded on the BESS are bound for either Port Elizabeth, Fremantle or Brisbane. This will explain why ours is not on it. The UNDINE does not stop in Fremantle or Brisbane but does in Melbourne and Port Kembla - here's hoping...

Ah nice intel. That would make sense. As far as I can see, unless mine goes on the UDINE I don't think it will be here on time, which would be the second delay for me. So I'm really hoping that it the UDINE is the one!

[peterscotchmer]

Nice. When were you expecting to receive it otherwise?

April-May


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[peterscotchmer]

Nice. When were you expecting to receive it otherwise?

April-May-June if I was lucky.


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[IsDon]

Got a call out of the blue from my dealer yesterday. I can pick up my tig next week after they fit the tow bar. Apparently it was a cancelled order. 162tsi, r-line, and DA in pure white. Better than the wait anticipated.

If you don't mind me asking Scotchy, from what dealer and where do you live? PM me if you'd prefer not to publicise it.

I've ordered the same vehicle as you and been given a May (Possibly) delivery. I've been assured the dealer and lease company are keeping an eye out for a cancelled order such as yours. Obviously with less success than you've had.

[Schland77]

Anyone who is waiting for their Tiguan in Brisbane area - the Tugela just docked at the port


162 Rline DAP Indium Grey- Brisbane

[Regdop]

Anyone who is waiting for their Tiguan in Brisbane area - the Tugela just docked at the port


162 Rline DAP Indium Grey- Brisbane

Yep... Mine is also on that badboy... hoping to collect it early March!

[JB286]

After a very long wait I finally managed to get my hands on my 162 R-Line with DAP and Sunroof.

I picked it up on Thursday afternoon and have spent a bit of time getting used to it, learning about it, finding out what else I need to know and driving it on regular work and weekend duties.

My thoughts so far:

Overall

It is an impressive overall package with all the options and looks amazing with the R-Line package. The 20inch wheels look fantastic and really give the car a sporty and muscular presence on the road. The sunroof for me is a must have as once you stow the inside blind, the car becomes much lighter and feels a lot more spacious. I also love driving with windows open but sometimes the noise can become too much, the sunroof means I can get the fresh air without having to open the windows. It has also been great for letting all the hot air out of the car after sitting at cricket for most of the day. The headlights are super impressive, extremely white light and great range. Haven't really tested the dynamic hi beams or the auto dimming (I don't think I have anyway) but the normal lights are fantastic.

Negatives
Will get this bit out of the way first. Requested the tow bar option but when we went to pick it up we were told that there was a software issue and that the delivery would be delayed. From what I was told they were unable to get the towing updates into my car and this was a known issue from VW Australia. This then meant that they weren't willing to let me have the full tow bar until they have the software update sorted. So they went to pull the tow bar tongue off and then took it for a test drive only for the ACC to play up so they asked us to come back in 30 mins while they sorted it. We returned an hour later and still not fixed so we sat around for another 30 mins or so until it was finally sorted. So no tow bar and not really the greatest delivery experience. And as we found out later, probably less than half a tank of petrol included.

Positives
Sport mode is awesome!! If I wasn't paying for petrol, that is where it would live all the time. I prefer the tighter suspension and the better response from the throttle but the gears hold on for just a bit too long to be used in normal operations. Active Cruise Control is also fantastic once you get used to it and have used it pretty much every time I get in the car now. It is also very spacious and comfortable, the R-Line seats feel fantastic to me but YMMV. I love the Virtual Cockpit once I sorted out my driving profile and getting the information that I want on display.

I am very happy with the car, the boot space could be a little bit more as it struggled with two (admittedly massive) cricket kits without having to fold a seat down. I wish the Virtual Cockpit was a little more flexible with customising it (big speed readout on right plus fuel economy on left instead of gear selected for example) and the central infotainment display is a little boring when not in NAV mode. It will take some time to fully understand all of what it can do and how to best use it. We had a 1 hour session being shown how to set everything up and while the guy was great and knowledgeable, it can be information overload. I highly recommend reading the manual.

Driver profiles are fantastic, you can set 3 and it remembers your seat, mirrors and Virtual Cockpit setup so that is one less thing I need to get coded in VCDS and you can also configure the windows to open and close if you hold down the appropriate key button.

I should have got a boot lip protector, that will probably be requested for when I have to take it back in for the tow bar update but apart from that no regrets or concerns. Still thinking about the idea of a tune, not sold just yet for how I use the vehicle but I wouldn't mind upgrading the brakes just for own piece of mind when the time comes to replace the current ones. Apart from that, just need to find a roof rack that can clear the sunroof and she will be already for some camping and road trips.

Hope that this helps people, happy to answer any questions anyone might have!

[Schland77]

Yep... Mine is also on that badboy... hoping to collect it early March!

My dealer mentioned probably end feb... not long to wait


162 Rline DAP Indium Grey- Brisbane

[Hole46]

My dealer mentioned probably end feb... not long to wait


162 Rline DAP Indium Grey- Brisbane

I was told mine was due to arrive Brisbane 13/2, so it possibly is on it too- projected delivery date 27 or 28 Feb.


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[JamesTiguan162]

After a very long wait I finally managed to get my hands on my 162 R-Line with DAP and Sunroof.

I picked it up on Thursday afternoon and have spent a bit of time getting used to it, learning about it, finding out what else I need to know and driving it on regular work and weekend duties.

My thoughts so far:

Overall

It is an impressive overall package with all the options and looks amazing with the R-Line package. The 20inch wheels look fantastic and really give the car a sporty and muscular presence on the road. The sunroof for me is a must have as once you stow the inside blind, the car becomes much lighter and feels a lot more spacious. I also love driving with windows open but sometimes the noise can become too much, the sunroof means I can get the fresh air without having to open the windows. It has also been great for letting all the hot air out of the car after sitting at cricket for most of the day. The headlights are super impressive, extremely white light and great range. Haven't really tested the dynamic hi beams or the auto dimming (I don't think I have anyway) but the normal lights are fantastic.

Negatives
Will get this bit out of the way first. Requested the tow bar option but when we went to pick it up we were told that there was a software issue and that the delivery would be delayed. From what I was told they were unable to get the towing updates into my car and this was a known issue from VW Australia. This then meant that they weren't willing to let me have the full tow bar until they have the software update sorted. So they went to pull the tow bar tongue off and then took it for a test drive only for the ACC to play up so they asked us to come back in 30 mins while they sorted it. We returned an hour later and still not fixed so we sat around for another 30 mins or so until it was finally sorted. So no tow bar and not really the greatest delivery experience. And as we found out later, probably less than half a tank of petrol included.

Positives
Sport mode is awesome!! If I wasn't paying for petrol, that is where it would live all the time. I prefer the tighter suspension and the better response from the throttle but the gears hold on for just a bit too long to be used in normal operations. Active Cruise Control is also fantastic once you get used to it and have used it pretty much every time I get in the car now. It is also very spacious and comfortable, the R-Line seats feel fantastic to me but YMMV. I love the Virtual Cockpit once I sorted out my driving profile and getting the information that I want on display.

I am very happy with the car, the boot space could be a little bit more as it struggled with two (admittedly massive) cricket kits without having to fold a seat down. I wish the Virtual Cockpit was a little more flexible with customising it (big speed readout on right plus fuel economy on left instead of gear selected for example) and the central infotainment display is a little boring when not in NAV mode. It will take some time to fully understand all of what it can do and how to best use it. We had a 1 hour session being shown how to set everything up and while the guy was great and knowledgeable, it can be information overload. I highly recommend reading the manual.

Driver profiles are fantastic, you can set 3 and it remembers your seat, mirrors and Virtual Cockpit setup so that is one less thing I need to get coded in VCDS and you can also configure the windows to open and close if you hold down the appropriate key button.

I should have got a boot lip protector, that will probably be requested for when I have to take it back in for the tow bar update but apart from that no regrets or concerns. Still thinking about the idea of a tune, not sold just yet for how I use the vehicle but I wouldn't mind upgrading the brakes just for own piece of mind when the time comes to replace the current ones. Apart from that, just need to find a roof rack that can clear the sunroof and she will be already for some camping and road trips.

Hope that this helps people, happy to answer any questions anyone might have!



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That's awesome! Thanks for the review for those of us waiting. [emoji23]


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[kacak]

Apart from that, just need to find a roof rack that can clear the sunroof and she will be already for some camping and road trips.

I've installed a whispbar on mine (132 fully optioned) and it clears the sunroof - can leave it on at all times. Have to remove the roof pod though as the extra clamps reduce the clearance height.


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