2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
Starting MSRP $22,995–$37,130
By Cars.com Staff
Cars.com National August 1, 2012Vehicle Overview
Volkswagen's answer to the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 compact SUVs, the five-seat Tiguan is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. It's offered in S, SE and SEL trim levels.
New for 2013
The Tiguan receives only minor changes for 2013, including a standard electronic parking brake and a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel and shift knob. SE models get a partially powered front-passenger seat while the uplevel SEL adds a power passenger seat and a backup camera.
Exterior
The Tiguan looks like a smaller version of VW's Touareg midsize SUV until you step around back, where it more closely resembles the rear end of a Golf hatchback. Exterior features include:
- Standard 16-inch steel wheels; 16-, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels available
- Standard rear spoiler
- Available fog lights
- Available panoramic sunroof
- Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights
Interior
The Tiguan has a well-designed interior with high-quality materials, including brushed-metal-style trim around the gear selector and air vents. The rear seat can slide up to 6 inches to increase cargo room, and the seatback also reclines. S models feature black cloth seat fabric; the SE has simulated leather upholstery and the SEL gets real leather. Interior features include:
- Standard 60/40-split backseat with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustments
- Standard Bluetooth connectivity
- Standard flat-folding front-passenger seat
- Available heated front seats
- Available iPod connectivity
- Available push-button start
- Available navigation system
- Available Dynaudio premium stereo
Under the Hood
A 200-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is standard. A six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic transmission are offered. Mechanical features include:
- Premium gas recommended
- Front- or 4Motion all-wheel drive
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- 2,200-pound towing capacity
Safety
Standard safety features include:
- Six airbags, including side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows
- Electronic stability system and traction control
- All-disc antilock brakes
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