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New VW Tiguan R-Line Study Unveiled

2nd December, 2007

Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line

The new Volkswagen Tiguan compact 4x4 is set to go on sale in Europe in February powered by a choice of advanced new TSI petrol and common rail diesel engines. Just ahead of its arrival, Volkswagen Individual has unveiled the Tiguan R-Line design study at the Essen Motor Show, in Germany – a subtly aggressive styling exercise demonstrating the potential for a range-topping Tiguan.

Established in 2003 and based in Wolfsburg, Volkswagen Individual is an engineering department wholly owned by Volkswagen and is responsible for special projects including the Golf R32 and the BlueMotion range of vehicles.

Individual’s influence on the Tiguan R-Line extends to a set of 19-inch multi-spoke wheels, a unique set of front and rear bumpers, subtle wheel arch extensions and colour-coded sills. The grille section is also new and features a pair of split chrome bars.

Inside the R-Line adds to the Tiguan’s already extensive list of standard equipment. Unique sports seats and a flat bottomed multifunction steering wheel distinguish the R-Line from the regular model.

The standard Tiguan goes on sale in Europe in February powered initially by a choice of TSI petrol and common rail, TDI diesel engines. All Tiguans feature the advanced Haldex 4MOTION all-wheel drive system.

The R-Line model has not been confirmed for Australia, as yet. However, the VW Tiguan will be launched locally about the time of the Melbourne Motor Show in March 2008.