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Volkswagen Tiguan I 2.0 TDI (140 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic DPF
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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 Overview:
Volkswagen Tiguan (I). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1604 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 182 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Achieved a strong 5-star rating in 2008, demonstrating excellent adult occupant protection and a comprehensive safety assist package for its time.
2.0 TDI (140 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic DPF Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance, but the older automatic transmission makes it the slowest 140hp TDI variant.
Fuel Economy
Highest fuel consumption for a 140hp TDI, impacted by the older automatic gearbox.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Refined driving experience and comfortable ride
- • High-quality interior materials and solid build
- • Versatile engine lineup with efficient diesels and powerful petrols
- • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive for enhanced traction
- • Good safety rating for its era
- • Practical boot space for a compact SUV
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines (TSI) can be thirsty, especially with AWD/automatic
- • Early DSG gearbox models had known reliability concerns
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
- • Can be more expensive than some rivals on the used market
- • Older automatic transmissions impact both economy and performance
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Tiguan |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDI (140 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic DPF |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 71.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CBAB, CFFB |
| Engine displacement: | 1968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 199.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1604 |
| Max. weight: | 2260 |
| Max load: | 656 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1510 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 470 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4427 mm mm |
| Width: | 1809 mm mm |
| Height: | 1683 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16; 235/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
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