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For now the Tiguan is only available with a 2.0-litre diesel engine; the two petrol engine Tiguans arrive in October 2008. The diesel has a familiar clatter, but it’s well muted thanks to technology and sound-deadening throughout. Like most diesels peak torque (or pulling power) is produced down low in the rev range. The 320Nm kicks in at 1750rpm, but even from 1200rpm and 1300rpm there’s plenty of muscle on tap to ensure the Tiguan is responsive. It accelerates effortlessly up hills and keeping up with traffic before running out of puff at about 4500rpm. Peak power is a mediocre 103kW, but the diesel’s appeal is with its easily accessible torque.Under the rear floor is a space saver spare tyre, which limits the Tiguan’s off-road usefulness. Speaking of which, a brief encounter with some light-duty tracks showed the Tiguan more than capable of disposing of average obstacles. A claimed 200mm of ground clearance at least keeps the underbelly of the Tiguan away from rocks and other nasties. The Tiguan’s four-wheel drive system also does an okay job of engaging 4WD when required. Most of the time the Tiguan powers the front wheels, with a central clutch engaging the rear wheels almost instantaneously if wheel slip is detected.
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