My Tiguan has arrived and this is my experience so far

[hcvo1]

Hey guys,

I'm impatiently waiting for my 162TSI R-Line to arrive & just wondering if any of you who have yours & have 2 kids seats in the back - is there enough room for an adult to sit in between them?

Have a look at this video - you can fit 3 baby seats in the back so 2 seats and an adult should be ok.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6vdF3UQ19k

[edison_1234]

Mine has the same cutaway under bumper.

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Yea mine has the cutaway, it looks like it's suppose to be there as the cut out has paint around the edges and not just "cut out" or taken a panel out, it looks like it was made to have that gap.

But from what Iv seen while trying to look for the foot sensor, I can't seem to find where the sensor is. I'v looked inside the gap and around the exhaust and I haven't seen any sensor. Where would that sensor be hiding???


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[tigger73]

Have a look at this video - you can fit 3 baby seats in the back so 2 seats and an adult should be ok.

I think the model of baby seat makes a big difference. From my own experience some are wider than others. You wouldn't think that a cm or 2 makes a big difference but it's surprising how it goes from being squishy to having enough room.

Also depends on how long you're going - whether the next suburb or an interstate trip. We managed to fit 3 kids in the back of a gen1 Tig without too many issues - one in a booster seat and the other in a baby seat.

[TIG162R]

Have a look at this video - you can fit 3 baby seats in the back so 2 seats and an adult should be ok.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6vdF3UQ19k

I think the model of baby seat makes a big difference. From my own experience some are wider than others. You wouldn't think that a cm or 2 makes a big difference but it's surprising how it goes from being squishy to having enough room.

Also depends on how long you're going - whether the next suburb or an interstate trip. We managed to fit 3 kids in the back of a gen1 Tig without too many issues - one in a booster seat and the other in a baby seat.

Thanks for the vid hcvo1 & tigger73! Man watching this video & seeing other guys post their pics is making the wait even harder lol

[Ozsko]

I have one big gripe about this car, there is no light in the console where the USB port is and it is pure guesswork trying plug anything into it.

[Shock&Awe]

Tiguan 162 Tsi R-line is a good car for the price. In terms of features - it beats my Golf R Wolfsburg wagon. In terms of build quality and refinement - the R is a better car.

[Regdop]

Ive Had my Tiguan (White R-Line) now for 5 days, it was delivered to my home on Tuesday. So Ive had a chance to live with it awhile and I thought I would document my initial thoughts. I have posted in the "Towbar " thread for anyone keen to read it (who am I kidding... you're all going to read it I absolutely love the color of the white ( I will post photos soon) I know it is personal preference but for me the white is very crisp and quite luxury looking. The Tig has a very chunky solid stance and sitting next to my wife's MK6 Golf look massive. The 20" wheels are amazing... I have setup my suspension in comfort mode and don't feel any of the jarring and thumps you normally get with a low profile tyre. Everyday road bump, ripples. pot holes and stuff are absorbed nicely by the electronic dampers and is really a comfortable ride.
Love the steering wheel and the DAP, am still a little confused about the green lines and white lines for lane assist, not sure a like to wrestle with the steering wheel on a merging lane if I dont indicate, not a fan of the stop/start system, although with the aircon on I find it doesn't really kick in? Absolutely HATE the speakers ( so harsh and screechy), Im getting new Morels fitted next week with all the appropriate deadening, front and back for $1500.... may get an amp at a later stage dependent on speaker volume...I know the clarirty will be so much better!!
Love the seating and especially seat height... I'm 56, and getting in an out where I just need to slide my arse across is perfect for old worn hips and knees.
Only done about 300K so far so am really nursing it...no mention anywhere of a 1000K service... first one is at 15K?? So have really tested it yet, but already know I will get a stage 1 tune ant some point.
Like the automatic rear door and the foot action works fine with just a shout kick in and back, although there is a little time lag to the point you think it didn't register and then you hear it operate.

that's my rambling thoughts so far... I will post some pics soon when the garage is empty of cars!

cheers
Gary

[TIG162R]

...Absolutely HATE the speakers ( so harsh and screechy), Im getting new Morels fitted next week with all the appropriate deadening, front and back for $1500.... may get an amp at a later stage dependent on speaker volume...I know the clarirty will be so much better!!

cheers
Gary

Nice writeup Gary, thanks for sharing. I would be keen to know more about your Morels setup and wht Stage 1 tune you would go for? Look forward to seeing the pics.

[Gladbach]

Ive Had my Tiguan (White R-Line) now for 5 days, it was delivered to my home on Tuesday. So Ive had a chance to live with it awhile and I thought I would document my initial thoughts. I have posted in the "Towbar " thread for anyone keen to read it (who am I kidding... you're all going to read it I absolutely love the color of the white ( I will post photos soon) I know it is personal preference but for me the white is very crisp and quite luxury looking. The Tig has a very chunky solid stance and sitting next to my wife's MK6 Golf look massive. The 20" wheels are amazing... I have setup my suspension in comfort mode and don't feel any of the jarring and thumps you normally get with a low profile tyre. Everyday road bump, ripples. pot holes and stuff are absorbed nicely by the electronic dampers and is really a comfortable ride.
Love the steering wheel and the DAP, am still a little confused about the green lines and white lines for lane assist, not sure a like to wrestle with the steering wheel on a merging lane if I dont indicate, not a fan of the stop/start system, although with the aircon on I find it doesn't really kick in? Absolutely HATE the speakers ( so harsh and screechy), Im getting new Morels fitted next week with all the appropriate deadening, front and back for $1500.... may get an amp at a later stage dependent on speaker volume...I know the clarirty will be so much better!!
Love the seating and especially seat height... I'm 56, and getting in an out where I just need to slide my arse across is perfect for old worn hips and knees.
Only done about 300K so far so am really nursing it...no mention anywhere of a 1000K service... first one is at 15K?? So have really tested it yet, but already know I will get a stage 1 tune ant some point.
Like the automatic rear door and the foot action works fine with just a shout kick in and back, although there is a little time lag to the point you think it didn't register and then you hear it operate.

that's my rambling thoughts so far... I will post some pics soon when the garage is empty of cars!

cheers
Gary

Thanks from me as well for the write up, I'm also keen to hear how the new speakers go as well.

[Regdop]

Thanks from me as well for the write up, I'm also keen to hear how the new speakers go as well.

Will keep you guys in the loop.... so pics as promised although I cant take a photo to save myself...