The second-generation Volkswagen Tiguan will be launched in early 2015 – seven years after the small crossover first turned a wheel on UK roads. Our exclusive images show how the newcomer could look as it aims to mix the universal appeal of the Golf with the added adaptability of an SUV.
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As with the current Golf MkVII, the new Tiguan will be based on VW’s modular MQB architecture. The adaptability of this platform will allow the company to increase the model’s length from today’s 4,426mm, and in turn offer a lot more boot space than the current automobile – which already trumps the Skoda Yeti with a 470-litre capacity.
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The wheelbase will also grow to around 2,700mm, giving extra interior room, particularly in the back. and the new Tiguan will remain one of the most functional automobiles in its class by continuing with sliding rear seats.
But it will remain a strict five-seater – leaving space for a larger MQB-based SUV, previewed by the VW CrossBlue concept, due in 2016 and with six or seven-seat layouts.
Our exclusive images show that the new Tiguan’s looks will be heavily influenced by the CrossBlue.
Dominating the nose are integrated chrome bars running horizontally ideal across the headlights and grille. The chunky front bumper shown here will feature on the sporty, road-biased version of the car. However, VW will also offer a Tiguan Escape, without the front protection for better technique angles when off-roading, but with a lot more famous cladding around the sills and wheelarches.
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