Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI Life 5dr DSG Review
Category: 7-seater
Section: Version review
The Tiguan Allspace has all the positive traits of the five-seat Tiguan but adds a bigger boot and two extra seats. It’s expensive, though, so we’d stick with the standard Tiguan unless you need seven seats.
The trim
See full equipmentDespite being the entry-level trim, Life gives you plenty of equipment. You get 18in alloy wheels, three-zone climate control, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, automatic LED headlights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, electronically folding and heated wing mirrors, digital dials, an 8in touchscreen infotainment system with DAB radio, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone mirroring and built-in sat-nav, adjustable lumbar support and drawers under the front seats.
The engine
See full engine specsThe 2.0 TDI diesel offers 148bhp and is all that most people will need, offering plenty of low down shove and a good balance between economy and performance. You can have the 2.0 TDI 150 with either a DSG automatic or a manual gearbox. The automatic changes gears smoothly but can be hesitant when you pull off or need a sudden burst of power.
