MY17/MQB Platform Tiguan Discussion Thread

[Regdop]

Did I read somewhere that the R Line got black headlining? Cant find it anywhere now?

[NZ_GolfR]

Yes it does. Also it looks like if you don't get the sunroof in the R Line then you don't get the extra sunglasses storage running along the roof line like you do in the Highline which is good since I thought it looked a little odd.


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[cellrsx]

So it looks like orders for the 162TSi officially started (for Germany at least) last week according to this press release:

Link

Wonder when it will be available for Australian orders?

[Regdop]

So it looks like orders for the 162TSi officially started (for Germany at least) last week according to this press release

Shame we cant get the BiTurbo diesel...

[JB286]

Or the 240v inverter... That was one thing that I was very interested in from looking at the overseas sites and thought it would be great for camping.

Had a look yesterday at local dealer and was very impressed. Boot size was pretty good and liked the idea of the sliding rear seats but not sure how practical they will be.

Very comfortable up front and loved the digital dash, hopefully the dealer delivery includes a bit of time to go through it all and explain how to use it properly.

Have put a deposit down and signed for a 162TSI in white with DAP, Sunroof and R-Line. Just awaiting the system to be open so that orders can go in.

Would also be very interested to see what aftermarket side steps become available as I think they could really add to the looks if done right.

[IrishKiwi08]

So it looks like orders for the 162TSi officially started (for Germany at least) last week according to this press release:

Link

Wonder when it will be available for Australian orders?

Does that mean we might see this rear bumper on the Aus/NZ R Lines
I quite like the false twin exhaust look and it balances the rear end nicely

[IrishKiwi08]

I did get to try out the Forward Collision Warning, not intentionally though. I have to admit I was slightly distracted changing the setup on the Active Info Display and didn't notice the traffic slowing in front of me and the next thing I know the car is beeping and me with a warning showing on the ADD and it started braking for me. It did startle me which made me jump on the brakes which I guess is the who point of it and prevented me rear ending the demo car which could have been embarrassing

One thing I was slightly disappointed with was the sound of the speakers, just didn't think it had an much bottom end bass. I do like my music to sound good, so much so that I spent a fair bit of time and effort installing an Alpine AMP and Tyre R component speakers in the front of my Golf which made a huge difference. I have asked my dealer to find out if they can get my R Line optioned with the DYNAUDIO system, they are finding out so really hoping they can as I have read some really good things about this system.

It is always good reading other peoples opinions, at least I think I have made the right choice as far as the R Line is concerned.
The forward collision warning is good and so to is the ACC, as I have both of these options on my current Golf. I must admit that I have not allowed myself to become too complacent with the braking on the ACC as I still have my right foot hovering over the Brake pedal just in case it does not work.
I don't think you will have a problem with finding an R Line with the DYNAUDIO option as I was offered a white R line with that option when I first placed my order. Did not take it as I wanted a Tungsten Silver Metallic color and the DYNAUDIO was not on my list of options.

[NZ_GolfR]

It is always good reading other peoples opinions, at least I think I have made the right choice as far as the R Line is concerned.
The forward collision warning is good and so to is the ACC, as I have both of these options on my current Golf. I must admit that I have not allowed myself to become too complacent with the braking on the ACC as I still have my right foot hovering over the Brake pedal just in case it does not work.
I don't think you will have a problem with finding an R Line with the DYNAUDIO option as I was offered a white R line with that option when I first placed my order. Did not take it as I wanted a Tungsten Silver Metallic color and the DYNAUDIO was not on my list of options.

Just looking at the specs sheet again and it doesn't look like the R Line gets the Forward Collision Warning unless it is part of the ACC that it comes standard with while it is an option for the other models.

What dealer are you going through? If they have a white one with DYNAUDIO available then maybe my dealer can swap for one they have ordered.


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[IrishKiwi08]

Forward Collision is part of the ACC or it is on my Golf. I am dealing with Farmer Autovillage here in Tauranga. I suspect that this vehicle has already been presold (7 R Lines were presold by this branch when VW did the nationwide tour with the 132KW "R" Line at the end of July) I will make enquiries.

[Regdop]

Does that mean we might see this rear bumper on the Aus/NZ R Lines
I quite like the false twin exhaust look and it balances the rear end nicely

From what I've researched that rear bumper/exhaust is specific to the BiTurbo Diesel which we shan't see..... I'd like to know if we get an up spec audio system.... Apparently Dynaudio isn't an option for Australia??