Model Volkswagen Tiguan R
Engine 1984cc 4cyl, dohc, 16v, turbo
Max power 235kW @ 5600-6500rpm
Max torque 400Nm @ 2000-5600rpm
Transmission 7-speed dual-clutch
Economy 8.8L/100km (combined)
0-100km/h 5.1sec (claimed)
Price $68,990
On sale Now
VOLKSWAGEN’S R providence, from Passat R36 to Touareg R50, has traditionally carved a deeper niche for luxo-performance than ambitions of track savviness. But the form guide suggests the Tiguan R, just landed in Oz, is more serious, driverfocused business.
Wolfsburg’s debut go-very-fast mid-sized SUV essentially sports the heroic Mk8 Golf R’s newly pumpedup running gear, right down to the newfound twin-clutch torque-vectoring rear axle. Complete
