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Volkswagen Tiguan Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 3rd February 2012. The Volkswagen Tiguan is regarded as a small SUV built in Germany with prices starting at $35,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Tiguan is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 4300 rpm) and 280 Nm of torque (at 1700 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Volkswagen claims the Tiguan Base uses 8.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 205g of CO2. It has a 64L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 719km per full tank
The Volkswagen Tiguan measures 1686mm (66.4 inches) in height, 4427mm (174.3 inches) in length, 1809mm (71.2 inches) in width with a 2605mm (102.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1667kg (3675.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The Tiguan Base comes standard with 215/65 R16 front tyres and 215/65 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Base has a 195mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
60.73 - 91.12 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
121.77 kW/t
Boot Space
395 litres
395 litres
740 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6 - 8.9 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
719 - 1,067 km
571 km
1,067 km
Price
$28,490 - $42,990
$26,720
$52,640
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,000 kg
1,350 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
18°
18°
38.2°
Departure Angle
25°
21°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
195 mm
150 mm
323 mm
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Dimensions
4,427 mm
1,809 mm
1,686 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,427 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,809 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,686 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,605 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,000 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Tiguan Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 205
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.9
Main Capacity (L): 64
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 719
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 447
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 24
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.9
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 53.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1510
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 395
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12000
Front Track (in): 61.4
Front Track (mm): 1559
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 195
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
Overall Height (in): 66.4
Overall Height (mm): 1686
Overall Length (in): 174.3
Overall Length (mm): 4427
Overall Width (in): 71.2
Overall Width (mm): 1809
Rear Track (in): 61.9
Rear Track (mm): 1571
Wheelbase (in): 102.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2605
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 992
Rear Headroom (in): 39.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 991
Front Hip Room (in): 58.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1482
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1459
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 18.0
Departure Angle: 25.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Pq35
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1667
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3674
Tare Weight (kg): 1611
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Driver Mirror Cover: yes
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Mirror Cover: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20080715
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0tdi Trend Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Seatback Table: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Seatback Table: yes
Passenger Front Seat Seat Folds To Table: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Front Type: Pocket
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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