Volkswagen has finally launched its most potent Tiguan to date on local soil. Here’s how much the new 2022 Tiguan R costs in South Africa…
The VW Tiguan is one of the most popular family SUVs on sale in South Africa and the local range has finally been bolstered with the arrival of the potent Tiguan R.
Volkswagen has confirmed that the Tiguan R is now available in local showrooms, as of October 2022.
What engine powers the VW Tiguan R?
The Tiguan R is due to arrive in local Volkswagen showrooms in October 2022.
The VW Tiguan R features an uprated turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine that develops no less than 235 kW and 400 Nm of torque. 4Motion all-wheel-drive with R-Performance Torque Vectoring ensures notable improvements in agility and dynamic handling ability.
In terms of acceleration, Volkswagen says that the Tiguan R will be able to propel itself from zero to 100kph in 5.1 seconds before reaching a top speed of 250 kph using a snappy 7-speed DSG transmission. An R driving mode further sharpens performance and this can be accessed via the multi-function sports steering wheel.
Stopping power comes courtesy of an 18-inch braking system with blue R calipers and the Tiguan R sits some 10 mm lower than the standard Tiguan. An adaptive suspension system is also fitted.
What features are offered on the VW Tiguan R?
The Tiguan R will feature sporty interior finishes to complement its performance.
The Tiguan visually differentiates itself with R design bumpers, matt chrome mirror housings, high-gloss black rear diffuser, black wheel housing extensions and the fitment of 20-inch Misano alloy wheels. Volkswagen offers up to 6 exterior body colours for the Tiguan R.
The Tiguan R is also fitted with a panoramic sunroof, front and rear park distance control and a Lights and Vision Package (with an automatic dimming rear view mirror and rain-sensing wipers).
Moving inside, the Tiguan R gains Nappa leather seats with R logos making a sporty statement as well as Carbon Grey trim and a customisable Digital Cockpit with a lap timer. Volkswagen’s Discover Pro infotainment system with integrated navigation is standard as is Wireless App-Connect, Voice Control, Active Info Display, Keyless Entry and an electronic tailgate.
Optional features available for the Tiguan R include a tow bar, IQ.Light LED Matrix Headlights, Akrapovič Exhaust, 21-inch Estoril alloy wheels, Head-Up Display, Mobile Inductive Charging System, Harman Kardon sound system, area view camera system with Park Assist and Park Distance Control, Rear view camera system with Park Assist and Park Distance Control, IQ.Drive Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Change System, Park Assist and Autonomous Emergency Braking, IQ.Drive Adaptive Cruise Control with Pedestrian Monitoring and Autonomous Emergency Braking, IQ.Drive Adaptive Cruise Control with Autonomous Emergency Braking and Front Assist as well as the Trailer Manoeuvring System with Park Assist.
How much does the VW Tiguan R cost in South Africa?
Volkswagen Tiguan R – R999 900
The price includes a 3-year/120 000 km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
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