Volkswagen India has started accepting pre-launch bookings for the upcoming Tiguan R-Line ahead of its arrival on 14th April 2025. Now, the German carmaker has revealed the powertrain details and colour options for this upcoming performance SUV.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Engine
Powering the Tiguan R-Line will be a 2-litre turbocharged TSI engine, paired with a 7-speed direct shift gearbox (dual-clutch automatic transmission) and an all-wheel drive system. However, the engine specifications are still under wraps.
Globally, the Tiguan R-Line also gets multiple other powertrain options, including a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid petrol and a 2-litre diesel mill. However, these won’t make it to the Indian market.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Colour Options
Volkswagen will offer the Tiguan R-Line in six monotone colours: Persimmon Red Metallic, Nightshade Blue Metallic, Grenadilla Black Metallic, Oryx White Mother of Pearl Effect, Cipressiono Green Metallic, and Oyster Silver Metallic.
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Expected Features and Safety
Regarding features, expect the Tiguan R-Line to come loaded with amenities like matrix LED headlamps, three-zone climate control, a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a fully digital driver’s display, wireless charger, panoramic sunroof, heads-up display, electrically adjustable heated & ventilated seats, 30-colours ambient lighting, tyre pressure monitoring system, multiple airbags, drive modes, hill assist, traction control, electronic parking brake with auto-hold, and an improved ADAS suite.
Expected Price and Rivals
The current version of the VW Tiguan available in India is priced at Rs 38.17 lakh (ex-showroom). So we believe the upcoming Tiguan R Line could carry a price tag of around Rs 50 lakh (ex-showroom). Once arrives at our shores, it will face competition from the Hyundai Tucson, Citroen C5 Aircross and select variants of Jeep Compass.
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