Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace Elegance

Apart from much of the exterior, even the entire cabin layout of the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance has been retained from the five-seater Tiguan sold overseas. The only noteworthy difference here is the inclusion of the third row of seats at the back, which are best suited only for kids.

The dashboard layout has a simple but very rich-looking design, with the three-spoke multi-functional steering wheel having an 11.7-inch full TFT instrument console behind it. The centre console, which is slightly tilted towards the driver, has a large 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is compatible with Android Auto and Apple Carplay.

The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance is generously equipped with comfort-oriented features, the list of which includes three-zone automatic climate control, AC vents for all three rows, 12-way powered front seats, leather upholstery with memory function for the front seats, ambient lighting with a 3D colour option and illuminated front door scuff plates.

The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance is just an extension of the five-seater Tiguan with an extended wheelbase on offer, just to incorporate the third row of seats at the back. Despite the increase in wheelbase and length, the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance doesn’t look disproportionate from any angle. It has a sleek, sharp, and upright design which makes it look very handsome.

At the front, there is a sense of subtleness in the overall fascia of the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance, which includes a smart-looking chrome grille with horizontal slats. This grille is flanked by large sweptback headlamps, which come integrated with dual-LED projectors and daytime running LEDs. The front bumper with large C-shaped air dams on the corners and horizontal garnish adds bulk to the otherwise sleek-looking front fascia.

The side profile of the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance also possesses gentleman-like suaveness, with the SUV having a couple of creases running sideways. The rounded wheel arches accommodate the 18-inch Frankfurt alloy wheels below them, while the SUV also gets anodized roof rails. The rear profile of the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance looks identical to that of the five-seater Tiguan, with edgy-looking dark red LED tail lamps with dynamic LED turn indicators and a high-positioned license plate housing on the boot lid.

The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance measures 4728mm long, 1839mm wide, and 1686mm tall while having a suspension setup of Macpherson struts at the front and multi-link at the rear. With a wheelbase of 2788mm, the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance has an ample amount of space for the middle row passengers. The ride quality is decent, and while the Tiguan AllSpace Elegance is a big SUV, it doesn’t feel cumbersome to drive.

The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance comes standard with a 1.4-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, which it shares with the Golf R-Line hatchback. Paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the engine here in the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance produces a maximum power output of 150 PS and a peak torque output of 250 Nm.

The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance is decently equipped with essentials like six airbags, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors, rear camera, cruise control, lane assist, tyre pressure monitoring system, and ISOFIX mounts for child seats.

Despite measuring larger than the five-seater Tiguan, the Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance is a proportionate-looking vehicle, which has a smart and good road presence of a fairly-large SUV. The Volkswagen Tiguan AllSpace Elegance features richly-appointed interiors, great fit and finish levels for body panels, and a potent turbocharged petrol engine, all of which amplify its premium positioning perfectly. Adding to it, the additional third row of seats at the back brings in additional practicality over the five-seater Tiguan.