Mk3 Volkswagen Tiguan to get coupe styling, hybrids

With over 850,000 units sold globally in 2018 alone, the Volkswagen Tiguan is currently the Wolfsburg-based automaker’s best-selling model. However, with a range of full-electric ID SUVs due to debut soon, Volkswagen plans to take on a radical approach with the next-generation Tiguan, starting with its styling, Auto Express reports.

Apparently, the Mk3 Tiguan will drop the current boxy shape for a more dynamic coupe look, much like the ID Crozz concept pictured here. Despite the big restyle and steeply raked rear glass, sources say that the boot space will remain relatively unchanged at around 470 litres. A roomier Allspace model will also be available, extending the Tiguan’s overall length by around 25 cm.

The SUV will continue to ride on the company’s modular MQB platform, although the said architecture would have evolved to accommodate more electrical aid such as a 12-volt or 48-volt mild-hybrid system. It will be available with at least two plug-in hybrid models, with 170 hp or 250 hp output options.

The Tiguan is also set to be a beneficiary of fresh new engines that will be debuting with the Mk8 Golf, so expect all internal combustion engines to be paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. Diesel engines will continue to serve, although tweaked to be Euro 7-compliant.

Lastly, Volkswagen is also planning to introduce a high-performance Tiguan R, one that may pack over 350 hp from a 2.0 litre four-cylinder TSI engine. 4Motion all-wheel drive should be standard, although customers will get a choice of a six-speed manual or fast-shifting DSG transmission. Thoughts?

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