Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Small SUV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Due to the high demand for SUV vehicles, Volkswagen launched the compact-sized Tiguan in the autumn of 2007, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. And it was a huge success.
Despite the fact that the world surged into an economic crisis soon after the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Tiguan was well received by the market. While some considered it as the little brother of the Touareg, the Tiguan was more of a bigger brother of the Passat B6. It shared the same platform with the Passat CC.
The Tiguan featured a simple, yet honest, design. It looked more like a hatchback on stilts than an SUV, but it worked. The front overhang was quite long for an SUV, but it was needed to install the engine accessories. The headlights resembled those fitted on the Passat CC. The A-pillars were not very raked, to enhance the rugged image of the car. In the rear, the widened fenders were unusual for an SUV, but more commonly found on a sporty hatchback.
Inside, there were many similarities with the Golf V but technologically evolved. The top infotainment unit, (RNS510) offered a standard 30 Gb hard disk memory for maps, music, and even pictures. A panoramic roof was offered as an option.
The 2008 Tiguan was offered exclusively with turbocharged engines, either gasoline or diesel. The latter proved to be part of the Dieselgate scandal, even though they were marketed as Euro 5 engines.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 5800 RPM 150 HP @ 5800 RPM 148 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 240 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119.3 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3408.3 lbs (1546 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 199 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6MT AWD (122 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 89.7 KW @ 5000 RPM 122 HP @ 5000 RPM 120 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 200 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114 mph (183 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3113 lbs (1412 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4586 lbs (2080 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 152 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6MT AWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 5800 RPM 150 HP @ 5800 RPM 148 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 240 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 122 mph (196 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3109 lbs (1410 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4586 lbs (2080 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 156 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 TFSI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (200 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 147.1 KW @ 5100 RPM 200 HP @ 5100 RPM 197 BHP @ 5100 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.5 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3498.7 lbs (1587 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.8 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.7 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 213 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TFSI 4MOTION 6AT AWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4300 RPM 170 HP @ 4300 RPM 168 BHP @ 4300 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 122 mph (196 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.5 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3455 lbs (1567 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4894 lbs (2220 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 234 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TFSI 4MOTION 6AT AWD (200 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 147.1 KW @ 5100 RPM 200 HP @ 5100 RPM 197 BHP @ 5100 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 129 mph (208 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.5 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3492 lbs (1584 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4916 lbs (2230 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 234 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TFSI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4300 RPM 170 HP @ 4300 RPM 168 BHP @ 4300 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.5 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3463.5 lbs (1571 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.8 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.7 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 213 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 4MOTION 6AT AWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4200 RPM 140 HP @ 4200 RPM 138 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 320 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged common rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 113 mph (182 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic (DSG) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3481 lbs (1579 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4982 lbs (2260 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 199 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4200 RPM 140 HP @ 4200 RPM 138 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 320 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged common rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115.6 mph (186 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3505.3 lbs (1590 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4938.4 lbs (2240 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 189 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 4MOTION 6MT AWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4400 RPM 170 HP @ 4400 RPM 168 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 350 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged common rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.3 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.2 in (1808 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.5 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3547.2 lbs (1609 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.4 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 189 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT AWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 80.9 KW @ 4200 RPM 110 HP @ 4200 RPM 108 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 280 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged common rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 16.9 gallons (64.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 108 mph (174 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174.29 in (4427 mm) |
Width: | 71.22 in (1809 mm) |
Height: | 66.25 in (1683 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81/61.85 in (1,570/1,571 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.51 in (2604 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.7 in (196 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 16.6 cuFT (470 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3175 lbs (1440 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4586 lbs (2080 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 139 g/km |