The New 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan

 Available in five trim versions, the Volkswagen Tiguan offers Byron and Perry, GA drivers a host of tech, performance, and comfort configurations. Whether you're considering the Volkswagen Tiguan as a family hauler or a personal commuter vehicle, there's likely at least one trim suited to Warner Robins, GA drivers' needs! From the base S trim to the top-level SEL trim, drivers can look forward to a robust selection of new and used Tiguan models at Volkswagen of Macon!
 

Performance

 

The Volkswagen Tiguan SUV offers a single engine option across all trim variants. Regardless of the trim selected, Byron, GA drivers can look forward to a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that offers up 184 horsepower. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine works in unison with an eight-speed automatic transmission, a four-wheel independent suspension, and electromechanical power steering with variable assistance. The base configuration of the Tiguan pairs the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with front-wheel drive. Milledgeville, GA drivers can opt for available all-wheel drive on all trim levels.

 

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive

 

Exterior

 

The base trim of the Volkswagen Tiguan comes outfitted with a host of exterior features to improve overall versatility. Indeed, the Tiguan S trim comes standard with black roof rails, heated/power-operated side mirrors, a four-wheel independent suspension, and automatic headlights. Comparatively, the Volkswagen Tiguan SEL Premium R-Line (with 4Motion) trim includes rear sport valence, R-Line front bumper and badging, an adaptive front-lighting system, a hands-free easy open/easy close liftgate, silver roof rails, active control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a start/stop system. If you ever experience any exterior damage, Warner Robins, GA drivers can look to the Volkswagen of Macon service and parts teams for assistance!

 

Technology

The base S trim touts a standard 6.5-inch touch screen infotainment display, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, Bluetooth connectivity, and three USB ports. Moving to upper trim levels allows drivers to opt for a larger eight-inch touch screen infotainment display, a Fender Premium audio system, SiriusXM Radio, and navigation functionality.

 

 

---

 

Safety

Byron, GA drivers can look forward to a host of standard safety features that include traditional safety technology and more cutting-edge driver assistance features. Even the base S trim comes standard with an impressive array of driver assistance features, including: forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, and pedestrian monitoring. Other standard S trim safety features include intelligent crash response, a tire pressure monitoring system, airbags, seat belts for all seating positions, and a bundle of handling features. Safety features are almost entirely the same across the trim lineup, with only a few features added to the upper trims.

 

Volkswagen Tiguan Trim Overview

  S  

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive
• 6.5-inch touch screen infotainment display with app-connect functionality
• Cloth seating surfaces
• Rear view camera
• Driver assistance features: forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, and pedestrian monitoring

SE  

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive
• 8-inch touch screen infotainment display with app-connect functionality
• V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces
• Wireless smartphone charger 
• Driver assistance features: forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, and pedestrian monitoring

SEL  

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive
• 8-inch touch screen infotainment display with app-connect and navigation functionality
• V-Tex seating surfaces
• Heated front seats/ heated steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control

SEL R-Line  

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive
• 8-inch touch screen infotainment display with app-connect functionality
• R-Line front bumper and badging & rear sport valence 
• Panoramic sunroof
• Driver assistance features: forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, and pedestrian monitoring

SEL Premium R-Line  

• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine: 184 horsepower/ 221 foot-pounds of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive/ available all-wheel drive
• 8-inch touch screen infotainment display with app-connect functionality & Volkswagen Digital Cockpit
• Leather-clad seating surfaces
• Heated front seats/ heated steering wheel
• Fender premium audio system

Comparing the Tiguan and RAV4

There's much to debate when it comes to finding the right compact SUV for your driving needs. Things like performance, safety, technology and the dimensions of the vehicle should all be considered when you look to invest in an SUV.

Two popular SUVs on today's roadways are the Volkswagen Tiguan and Toyota RAV4. Those of us at Volkswagen of Macon look forward to breaking down these two automobiles in hopes to make your decision easier.