Is the Tiguan L330 equipped with a 1.8T or 2.0T engine?
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The Tiguan L330 is powered by a 2.0T engine. Taking the Tiguan L 2021 330TSI Automatic Two-Wheel Drive Comfort Edition as an example, the vehicle measures 4712mm in length, 1839mm in width, and 1673mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2791mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters, a front suspension of MacPherson independent suspension, and a rear suspension of multi-link independent suspension. The body structure is of a unibody type, with electric power steering. This model is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, delivering a maximum horsepower of 186PS, a maximum torque of 320Nm, and a maximum power output of 137kW.
I used to drive the old Tiguan for a long time, and now I drive the Tiguan L 330. I can confirm it uses a 2.0T engine, as Volkswagen has been phasing out the 1.8T engine in recent years. The 330TSI badge represents the 2.0-liter turbocharged low-power version, delivering around 186 horsepower. Compared to the previous 1.8T model, I feel the power response is smoother, with no sluggishness during acceleration. For daily commuting, fuel consumption stays stable at around 8L, and it easily drops to 6L on the highway. After upgrading to this new powertrain, the overall driving experience has improved significantly, with smoother gearbox matching. Maintenance is also straightforward—just regular oil changes and air filter replacements. In three years of ownership, I haven’t encountered any issues. Volkswagen’s shift to the 2.0T platform is aimed at energy efficiency and emission reduction. Models like the Passat and Magotan on the same platform also use this engine, which is highly reliable and retains value well. When buying a car, just look for the model number 330—no need to dwell on outdated configurations.
