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Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid SUV makes global debut: Details here
Last updated on Dec 17, 2020, 01:37 pm
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German automaker Volkswagen has launched its Tiguan eHybrid SUV in the international markets. It is offered in three variants: Life, Elegance, and R-Line.
As for the highlights, the car gets subtle cosmetic updates inside-out and draws power from a new hybrid powertrain, which mates a 1.4-liter turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor.
Here's our roundup.
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Exteriors
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid: At a glance
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The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid has a sporty look, featuring a refreshed radiator grille flanked by LED matrix headlamps, tweaked bumpers with larger air dams, and a charging point located near the left front fender.
On the sides, the car has silvered roof rails, blacked-out B-pillars, ORVMs, and 17-inch alloy wheels. A window wiper and wrap-around taillights are present on the rear end.
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Power and performance
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The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid packs a 1.4-liter turbo-petrol engine, an electric motor, and a 13kWh battery pack. The setup delivers 243hp of maximum power and 400Nm of peak torque. Transmission duties on the SUV are handled by a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
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Interiors
How does it look like on the inside?
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The Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid has a spacious cabin with 3-zone climate control, a multifunctional leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, and adaptive cruise control.
The SUV houses a digital instrument console and a touchscreen infotainment panel with support for Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 'We Connect' technology.
For safety, there are multiple airbags, a parking camera, Autonomous Emergency Braking, and Lane Assist.
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What about the pricing?
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In Germany, the Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid SUV carries a price-tag of €42,413 (approximately Rs. 37.93 lakh) and is currently available for pre-booking. However, the four-wheeler is unlikely to make its way to India.
