5 Ways the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Has Improved

Jul 25, 2017

While the Volkswagen Atlas is receiving a lot of attention as the newest and largest SUV in the Volkswagen line-up, the all-new 2018 Tiguan is keeping pace and turning heads by making significant improvements over previous models. The Tiguan already has the reputation of being fun to drive, but you can expect to see upgrades in a number of areas when it arrives late this summer, making it more spacious, sophisticated, and tech-friendly. Here are 5 ways the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan has improved.

More Cargo Space

The new Tiguan has far more interior space and up to 58 percent more cargo space in the two-row model. At 185.1 inches long, the 2018 model is 10.6 inches longer than the current version.

Exterior Changes

The all-new Tiguan features a wider, lower stance than the current model and emphasizes its rugged utility. Roof rails are standard, allowing outdoors enthusiasts to upgrade the vehicle with Volkswagen accessories such as bike, kayak, and ski carriers. The new Tiguan has a lower lift-in height for the tailgate, making it easier to load, no matter what cargo you’re carrying.

Interior Changes

The Tiguan’s entire interior has been rethought and refreshed, but the versatility of its seating is what sets it apart from the competition. In front-wheel-drive Tiguan models, three rows of seating are standard, including a second-row bench that can recline. Folding the rear seat creates 33 cubic feet of rear cargo space, and that can be easily expanded to a maximum of 65.7 cubic feet by folding the second row, using the levers in the cargo area. In two-row models, the new Tiguan supplies a generous 37.6 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats and 73.5 cubic feet in all. That represents an increase of 17.4 cubic feet over the maximum cargo space in the 2017 Tiguan.

Driver Focused Changes

The 2018 Tiguan features a larger speedometer and tachometer. Between them is a multi-function trip computer that helps monitor everything from fuel consumption to trip distance, Bluetooth® connection status and navigation directions. The MIB II infotainment system also comes standard in the all-new Tiguan, creating one of the most comprehensive suites of connected vehicle services and features available in the automotive industry today.

Improved Limited Warranty

The 2018 Tiguan’s six-year/72,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes coverage of powertrain components—including the engine, transmission and optional 4Motion® all-wheel-drive system. Major competitors to the Tiguan—such as Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, and Toyota RAV—offer a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty with a five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Moreover, the warranty on the Tiguan is transferrable to subsequent owners.

These upgrades to the Tiguan are a continuation of the momentum Volkswagen is gaining in the SUV market. They follow some significant tweaks that improved the 2017 model. If you would like to schedule a test drive, please contact our team at Southwest Volkswagen and we will be happy to help.