Volkswagen Tiguan

Design & Quality

With this latest facelift, another aspect of the Tiguan that jumps significantly better is the interior. There is a clear target to appeal to new, young buyers and families, with a focus on space and tech. The highlight is that the redesign now gets a 15-inch touchscreen with MIB4 software and voice assistance, integrated with a 10-inch digital cluster.

Despite the modernness, what is not worth it is the attempt to keep the design minimalist yet influential, with soft-touch plastics, leather upholstery (Elegance and above), and wood or aluminium accents. Also, the sleek ambient lighting with 30 colours makes the cabin opulent in the segment, and the built quality is worthy of attention, quite a durable one that can take any abuse or weather conditions. We felt that the dashboard tilts toward the driver for better user-friendliness, while the multi-function steering wheel feels tangible. So, our impression of the Tiguan’s cabin is excellent with premium touches and a lot of practicality.

Front Seat

The front seats are outstandingly comfortable, with 8-way power adjustments (Elegance and above) or manual in Life. The lumbar support is excellent, and the heated and ventilated seats (optional) help to endure the KSA’s heat with ease, while the height-adjustable driver’s seat offer quite an confident seating positioning, and you feel in command, with great view of the front and side. gives a commanding view. The multi-function steering wheel has physical buttons for easy control, a relief from touchscreen access. 

Electronic Parking Brake

The electronic parking brake with hill-start assist is on the centre console, easing parking in hilly areas or tight spaces, simple and safe.

Rear Seat

At the back, to make sure passengers feel at ease with comfort, as the Tiguan is used as a family SUV too. And so the first thing is that the space is good, with enough knees and headroom for three adults. The rear AC vents, a centre armrest, and USB-C ports are some of the convenience features to ensure comfort, though the floor hump limits middle-seat use. Overall, families will not find it much of a problem spending long hours during road trips in the back seat, which is spacious and offers great views, an airy feeling with the panoramic sunroof for fresh light and air, if necessary. 

AC Vents

The standard dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents is powerful and makes the cabin comfortable at a desirable level quickly. Something a must during summer times. The efficiency is admirable as it keeps everyone fresh, and the cabin is really comfortable.

Storage Options

Storage is decent to help you carry all your necessary stuff in a cooled glovebox, door pockets for 1L bottles, a centre console, and a rear armrest compartment. With such storage, the Tiguan’s practicality is much better.

Armrest

Front and rear centre armrests with cupholders ensure comfort, making long drives highly relaxing. The padded armrests also provide extra storage, giving the cabin a premium feel.

Charging Options

There are several USB-C ports, a 12V socket, and a wireless charging pad (optional) to help you keep devices powered. The rear USB-C ports are great for passengers on trips.

Boot Space

The Tiguan’s boot measures 652 litres, enough for grocery runs or weekend bags, expanding to 1,650 litres with seats folded. A cargo management system keeps items secure, a thoughtful feature for families.

• Seven airbags (driver, passenger, curtain, side, center)
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go

• Lane Keep Assist

• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• 360-degree camera

• Park Assist with Front and rear parking sensors

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• ISOFIX child seat anchors
• Hill-Start Assist

Tiguan’s exterior is quite sleek and modern as VW tries to expand its appeal to new and young buyers who favour distinctiness. This is visible in the bold redesign of the Tiguan exterior, and its sizeable road presence is marked by superior dimensions like 4,539 mm in length, 1,842 mm in width, and 1,662 mm in height, with a 2,681 mm wheelbase, which makes it larger than before for imposing presence.

Also, the ground clearance is high, and so you won’t face trouble steering through KSA’s diverse road terrains. The highlight of the facelift exterior is the edgy grille, IQ. Light LED headlights and sharper lines for greater efficiency. Then some highly recognisable premium touches include a panoramic sunroof and R-Line bumpers, which enhance its modern look.

Front

VW engineers have made a lot of effort for this SUV to stand out among the already crowded market. And, this wouldn’t have been much clearer than the way the front is designed. At first glance, you get the feel of the striking appearance of the Tiguan, largely flanked by a wide grille where the VW logo is prominent and connected matrix LED headlights that adapt to outside conditions. They comprise daytime running LEDs for visibility in bright sun. The lower bumper is ideally situated for better air intakes for engine cooling, and optional fog lamps fit the sportiness of the car, besides the shiny VW badge, which gives the Tiguan a remarkable premium vibe.

Side

From the side, the Tiguan’s longer wheelbase and sloping roofline make it not just attractive but also quite rugged and somewhat reminiscent of a crossover. The Life trim gets 17-inch alloy wheels, while Elegance and R-Line upgrade to 18-inch or 19-inch wheels for an aggressive, sporty stance. The chrome window surrounds and body-colored mirrors with turn signals enhance its upmarket image, while the R-Line’s sporty side skirts give some luxury flair, and so the side is clean yet delightful.

Alloy Wheels

The Tiguan rolls on 17-inch/18 and 19-inch alloy wheels across variants. They are nicely designed, look attractive and also offer great driving dynamics with superb grip on varied road conditions.

Rear

At the rear, the Tiguan has these familiar horizontal LED taillights that spread the width for a trendy touch. A sporty diffuser, dual exhaust tips (R-Line), and roof spoiler enhance the performance element, while the VW logo and Tiguan badging give it a high-end look. The rear wiper keeps visibility clear in dusty or rainy conditions, highly convenient during certain times of the year.

Colors

You can pick any of the eight available colours of the Tiguan, including Pure White, Deep Black, Kings Red, Urano Grey, Reflex Silver, Atlantic Blue, Dolphin Grey, and Moonstone Grey.

City Performance

Most of our drives around Riyadh prove the power of Tiguan performance in cities. The engines are well-tuned, highly refined and take on everyday demanding driving needs with ease. Both engines are peppy for city driving, with soft DSG shifts in traffic. The 1.4L’s 250 Nm is sufficient for a daily commute, while the 2.0L’s AWD is great for a spirited drive with superior grip. The mileage of nearly 6L/100 km is actually quite good for an SUV of this size, and this should make it quite attractive for buyers in the cities.

Highway Performance

On highways, the Tiguan has nothing to complain about; in fact, the quick acceleration makes a great impression. Under 10 seconds for the 1.4L, 7.8 for the 2.0L. Highly robust torque allows effortless overtaking, and modes like Sport give that extra punch to the driving.

Ride and Handling

The Tiguan’s multi-link rear suspension and adaptive chassis (optional) provide sharp handling and a smooth ride. The FWD or AWD systems are great for KSA roads, making it fun on winding and curvy roads. The ride is firm but comfortable, soaking up bumps, and the cabin for the most part is quiet and offers you a comfortable ride.

• 15-inch touchscreen with MIB4 software, voice assistant, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster

• Leather upholstery with ergoActive seats
• Dual-zone climate control with rear vents
• Harman Kardon premium audio (optional)

• Keyless entry and push-button start
• Panoramic sunroof (Elegance and above)

• Drive Mode Selector (Eco, Comfort, Sport, Individual)
• Ambient lighting with 30 color options

• Power-folding side mirrors
• Wireless charging
• Wi-Fi hotspot

Choose from six variants of the Tiguan available in Saudi Arabia.

Life

Entry-level Tiguan variant consists of all the necessary tech and safety features. It has the 1.4L turbo engine, 7-speed auto, LED headlights, and you can buy it at an affordable price, and this could be your daily driver or family car. 

Life Plus

The next variant of the base, it offers buyers who want some extra features. They include advanced safety features like brake assist, rear camera, lane tracing, and a wireless charger. This is ideal for those buyers looking for more convenience and peace of mind.

Elegance

slightly upgrades the previous two variants with premium touches. Here you get keyless entry, sunroof, moonroof, besides all the Life Plus features. Promise better comfort, luxury appeal, and a distinctive style.

Elegance 2.0

The main highlight is the powerful 2L turbo engine that produces 187 hp of power while retaining Elegance’s features, offering the same comfort and other features. Suitable for buyers looking for greater performance without sacrificing features.

R-Line

It has more of a sports-inspired styling, some sleek design and high-tech features like head-up display, voice control, and rear camera with the 1.4L engine. For those buyers who prefer athletic looks paired with a full tech package.

R Line 2.0

The flagship, top-of-the-line variant that strikes a balance of sporty R-Line styling with a 2.0L turbo engine with complete tech features. Suitable for those buyers who emphasise on greater performance and premium specifications.

Sayarabay Recommendation: Choosing the right variant from the six options is vital for you to get a perfect deal. And, for an average compact SUV buyer in  Saudi Arabia, our recommendation is the Tiguan Life Plus for simple reasons. This variant comes with the best value for money package, with well-equipped features, tech and major safety upgrades like brake assist, lane tracing, and a rear camera, along with convenience features like wireless charging, all of which without paying that extra premium. All This should enhance your ownership experience for everyday city drivers and also on the highway for family trips, and so overall Life Plus is the best pick.

The Tiguan comes across as a premium compact SUV, where the German automaker strikes a balance of modern contemporary design, highly refined driving dynamics, and everyday practicality, something SUV buyers want. With the latest 2025 facelift, the Tiguan gets even more compelling with some necessary upgrades that put its exactly where it belongs against its key rivals in the highly competitive compact SUV segment in KSA right now.

A great exterior, well-equipped cabin for comfort, safety and tech-experience, two engine options to choose from and superior built quality make the Tiguan a bargain against Honda CR-V and Hyundai Tucson, and others.  If you want a German SUV that is durable and safer, besides other key attributes, then Tiguan could be your perfect choice.

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