Price of Volkswagen Tiguan in Kenya | Specs | Full review

Crossover SUVs come in different sizes, the small ones are known as compact crossover SUVs. The Tiguan follows in this class but it is also a premium vehicle. To get a full grasp of what the car has to offer, we are going to look at its full features below, we all also list the prices of different models of the Volkswagen Tiguan in Kenya.

Introduction to the Volkswagen Tiguan

This vehicle is manufactured by the German automobile brand, Volkswagen AG and was launched in 2007. In the Kenyan market, this vehicle can be put head to head with the Mazda CX-5 and the Honda CRV. As we have mentioned, this is a compact crossover SUV, above it the mid-sized crossover SUV Volkswagen Touareg.

Volkswagen Tiguan price in Kenya

You can not import a car that is older than 8 years to Kenya. You can also buy this car from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Nairobi. Below are the prices of models of this car that have been used abroad.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Volkswagen Tiguan.

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Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications

Let us see what the vehicle has to offer from the exterior, interior and the engine in the sections below.

1. Volkswagen Tiguan exterior

Being a compact crossover, the Tiguan does not have that large wheelbase. The ground clearance is impressive and this means you can go for an offroad adventure with the car. The vehicle has curvy lines on the side giving it that attractive look.

Here are the exterior specs of the Volkswagen Touareg:

• The cars come with 5 doors(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The ground clearance of up to 7.9 inches depending on the mode which is great
• The VW logo is noticeable from the front, with a small grill
• Some Tiguan models will also come with fog lights while others have only air vents
• The vehicle has 17 to 20 inches alloy wheels depending on the trim level
• Plastic covers are extended from the front wheels all the way to the back including below the doors
• The car has LED headlights and daylight running lights
• Electronic power tailgate
• Parking sensors are an additional feature
• From the rare, you will notice the spoiler
• Roof rails
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from common ones being white and black

2. Volkswagen Tiguan Interior

The interior might be quite underwhelming especially if you go for the entry-level trims. That being said you get most tech features that you will need, space and also comfort.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom is okay and the headroom is excellent
• The leather interior is available for higher trims
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, seat jacket pockets and glovebox
• At the back, there are two flip trays attached to the front seat which also has a cupholder
• The center seat also has an armrest with cupholders
• With a boot space of 615 Liters, you will be able to carry reasonable luggage although this is smaller compared to its competitors, for an even bigger space, fold the back seats
• Below the boot, you get a spare tyre
• There are also USB and Sockets for charging your devices
• The Touch screen infotainment system is mounted on the dashboard
• The steering wheel is adjustable
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• Additional features include cruise control, paddle shifters, rear auto-hold, driving modes, start and stop, all surround camera view and heated/cooled seats

3. Volkswagen Tiguan Engine specs

The Tiguan comes with not so big engines but with good performance, it also has the Volkswagen Blue Motion technology. Blue motion is a technology by Volkswagen that focuses on giving high fuel-efficient engines without losing performance.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Volkswagen Tiguan:

• The engine capacities available include 1.5L petrol with 130hp 2.0L petrol with 190/245hp, 2.0L diesel with 150/200hp and 1.4L hybrid with 245hp
• There are turbo options available for the above engines
• Most of the models have the 8-speed DSG gearbox with manual options available
• The car is either a Four Wheel Drive or a Front Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption starts around 8.6l/100km. This also depends on your driving style and the driving terrain
• Lastly, the car has a tank capacity of up to 60 Liters

The Tiguan will give you a driving thrill and it handles well for a crossover SUV. Riding in it is also comfortable and the tech features come in handy. The fuel economy is also not that bad especially if you go for a diesel or hybrid engine.

Maintenance of Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen spare parts are available in major towns in Keny, however, they are quite expensive, this means that you will need to go for genuine spare parts so that they can serve you long without having to replace them. Make sure you also use a genuine mechanic who understands Volkswagen when doing the serving and repair.

The DSG gearbox will need good maintenance. However, there are no prevalent problems on the Tiguan models.

Here are common tips you should not miss if you own a car:

• Read the Owner’s manual to ensure that you understand everything
• Take the car for service every 5,000 Km
• Make sure you use recommended transmission fluid
• Always check for coolant and oil levels, if they are low, top-up
• Use clean and recommended fuel
• Use recommended transmission fluid
• Be a careful driver

Tiguan is generally a good car for family use and moderate offroading. The safety of the car is also taken care of with up to 6 airbags for both the passengers and the driver. The spare parts are a bit expensive and you will need a good budget for that.