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Volkswagen Tiguan I (facelift 2011) 2.0 TSI (200 Hp) Tiptronic
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Volkswagen Tiguan:
The Volkswagen Tiguan is a sport utility vehicle produced by German manufacturer Volkswagen since 2007, sitting between the smaller T-Roc and the larger Touareg in the company's crossover SUV range. The first generation was based on the PQ46 platform, while the second generation, released in 2016, utilizes the Volkswagen Group MQB A2 platform. It is generally considered to be a medium-sized SUV in Europe, while in North America it is considered to be a compact crossover SUV....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2011) Overview:
Volkswagen Tiguan (I (facelift 2011)). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1544 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 TSI (200 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Likely strong performance, but the lack of acceleration data makes a full assessment difficult.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, typical for a powerful petrol engine with an older automatic transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Versatile and extensive engine lineup (petrol/diesel, FWD/AWD, manual/auto)
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality for a compact SUV
- • Practical and well-built interior with good material quality
- • Optional 4MOTION all-wheel-drive offers capable traction
- • Excellent fuel economy on BlueMotion Technology (BMT) diesel variants
- • Good safety rating from Euro NCAP
Cons:
- • Some early 1.4 TSI engines (especially twinchargers) had known reliability concerns
- • Higher fuel consumption on more powerful petrol AWD models
- • Interior design can be somewhat conservative or bland for some tastes
- • Rear legroom can be a bit tight for taller adult passengers
- • Tiptronic automatic transmission is less efficient and responsive than DSG
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2010 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Tiguan |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2011) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TSI (200 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 5100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.8 Hp/l [6mm more] |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 1700-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 / CCTA More details about the engine EA888 / CCTA |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.7 kg/Hp, 129.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1544 |
| Max. weight: | 2180 |
| Max load: | 636 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1510 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 470 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 998 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21° |
| Length: | 4433 mm mm [6mm more] |
| Width: | 1809 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1703 mm mm [17mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2041 mm |
| Front track: | 1569 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1571 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 175 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 28° |
| Departure angle: | 25° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 312x25 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 286x12 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16; 235/50 R18; 235/55 R18; 255/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 18; 9J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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