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Who is the Volkswagen Tiguan R a good car for?
What is the Volkswagen Tiguan R like to drive?
Tech highlights in the Volkswagen Tiguan R
Similar cars to the Volkswagen Tiguan R
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R a good car?
Since the R is a performance-oriented version of the regular Tiguan, it is safe to assume that this is a fantastic product.
Who is the Volkswagen Tiguan R a good car for?
The Tiguan R will appeal to customers who need the practicality of a mid-size SUV, but also want the performance of a hot hatchback.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R a good first car?
With a high price tag and performance credentials, the Tiguan R is not an ideal family car.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan R a good family car?
With a large 520-litre boot, solid safety credentials, a spacious interior and a reputation for quality, the Tiguan R is a great vehicle for families.
Is there a Volkswagen Tiguan R hybrid?
There were no hybrid options within the local Tiguan range at the time of writing.
What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer's opinion
The Tiguan is truly a pleasure the drive and is more than enough rival for its competitors. The BMW X3M and Mercedes-AMG GLC43, as well as Audi RSQ3 stablemate, will all be vying for enthusiasts' money but it surely going to be for the Tiguan to win.- Lawrence Minnie, AutoTrader.
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What does it look like?
Style
The Tiguan R is the ultimate expression of a performance variant of Volkswagen's segment-leading mid-size SUV, and as such, its aesthetics are skewed toward sportiness.
Exterior
Interior
What is the Volkswagen Tiguan R like inside?
In the interior, the Tiguan R sets itself apart with standard features such as premium Nappa leather seats with an ‘R’ logo, a customised Digital Cockpit with an integrated lap timer, as well as a Carbon Grey decorative trim. Additional standard features include the Discover Pro system with satellite navigation, Wireless App-Connect and Voice Control as well as Keyless Entry with safelock and an electric tailgate and luggage compartment and the panoramic sunroof.-Volkswagen SA
Standard features in the Volkswagen Tiguan R
- Climate control
- Discovery Pro infotainment system
- Digitised instrument cluster
- DCCS chassis
- Panoramic sunroof
- Hil-hold assist
- Front and rear electric windows
- Leather-covered steering wheel and gear lever
- 6 airbags
- Front + rear Park Distance Control
- LED headlights
- Keyless access/start
- Fog lamps
- Cruise control
- ISOFIX child seat anchor points
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Volkswagen Tiguan R?
There is only one Tiguan R derivative which retails for R999 900.
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How much does it cost?
| Volkswagen Tiguan R | R 999 900 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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