Does the Tiguan belong to FAW-Volkswagen or SAIC Volkswagen?
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The Tiguan belongs to SAIC Volkswagen, which has been renamed from Shanghai Volkswagen. Taking the Tiguan 2017 300TSI Automatic Silk Road Fashion Edition as an example: it is a compact 5-door 5-seat SUV with a length, width, and height of 4506mm, 1809mm, and 1685mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2684mm. It is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, with a top speed of 190 kilometers per hour. The Tiguan 2017 300TSI Automatic Silk Road Fashion Edition has a maximum engine torque of 250 Nm and a maximum horsepower of 160 hp. The front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension uses a multi-link independent suspension.
As a veteran driver with over 20 years of experience, I find this question very practical. The Volkswagen brand in China operates through two joint ventures: FAW-Volkswagen and SAIC Volkswagen. The Tiguan series, including the extended Tiguan L, is produced by SAIC Volkswagen and has been sold in the Chinese market since the last century. I previously test-drove a Tiguan and purchased it at an SAIC Volkswagen 4S store in Shenzhen. The driving experience was excellent, while FAW-Volkswagen mainly focuses on models like the Tayron, which are entirely different product lines. If you're concerned about after-sales service, maintenance and repairs for the Tiguan must be handled through the SAIC Volkswagen network, and parts are compatible with their system. It's crucial to clarify this ownership when buying a car to avoid going to the wrong shop for maintenance, which could affect convenience and vehicle value. The SUV market is highly competitive now, but the Tiguan holds a stable position in SAIC's lineup and is trustworthy.
