What is the weight of the Tiguan L?
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Tiguan L currently has 6 models on sale, with a total vehicle weight ranging from 1665 to 1840 kg. It comes in two variants: a 5-door, 5-seat SUV and a 5-door, 7-seat SUV, with dimensions of 4733*1839*1673 mm and 4735*1859*1677 mm respectively. In the same class, the 2022 Tayron has a total vehicle weight of 1545 kg, while the 2022 Haval H9 weighs 2285 kg. In terms of powertrain, the 2022 Tiguan L 330TSI offers six models: Automatic Front-Wheel Drive Smart Edition, Automatic 4-Wheel Drive R-Line Flagship Edition 7-Seater, Automatic Front-Wheel Drive R-Line Premium Edition, Automatic 4-Wheel Drive R-Line Premium Edition 7-Seater, Automatic Front-Wheel Drive R-Line Flagship Edition, and Automatic Front-Wheel Drive Comfort Edition. All models are equipped with a 2.0L turbocharged engine and a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The engine has 4 cylinders, and the drive system is front-engine, front-wheel drive. In terms of other features, all or some models of the 2022 Tiguan L 330TSI are equipped with front and side airbags for driver and passenger, front/rear head airbags (curtain), ISOFIX child seat interface, driving assistance imaging, and rear cross-traffic alert system. It's important to note that the Tiguan L is an SUV launched by SAIC Volkswagen in 2017, based on the MQB platform. It has larger body dimensions and a longer wheelbase compared to the older Tiguan, placing it in the midsize SUV category. The Chinese version of the Tiguan L is only available as a 5-seater, while the European version is named Tiguan Allspace and is a 7-seater SUV. After the launch of the Tiguan L, the previous generation Tiguan continued to be sold under the name Tiguan Silk Road.
I drive a Tiguan L 330TSI, with an official curb weight of around 1.7 tons. Last month during the annual inspection, I personally drove it onto the scale and weighed it - it was 1680 kg with a full tank and no passengers. My friend's 280TSI front-wheel-drive version is lighter, about 1630 kg. This weight is considered medium among SUVs, about 100 kg heavier than Japanese models in the same class, but it's particularly stable at high speeds - it hardly wobbles when passing large trucks. I recommend checking the MIIT filing data for the most accurate information, as different configurations can vary by half an adult's weight.
The question about the weight of the Tiguan L is a good one. The manual for the new 330TSI 4WD version states 1725kg, which is similar to my colleague's actual measurement. When picking up and dropping off kids, the chassis feels particularly solid, but the fuel consumption is slightly higher. Once when helping someone move with the car fully loaded, the acceleration noticeably struggled. For better fuel efficiency, you might consider the 280TSI version, which is about 100kg lighter, but on highways, a heavier car feels more reassuring. Tire wear is also directly related to weight—I had to replace my tires at 60,000 kilometers.
I've looked into the data of this car. The Tiguan L weighs approximately between 1600-1800kg depending on the configuration. I compared them: the 1.5T front-wheel drive version is the lightest at 1630kg, while the 380TSI 4WD version is close to 1.8 tons. Heavier cars are more stable on highways but consume more fuel, while lighter ones are more agile for city driving. During maintenance at the 4S store, I checked the chassis and noticed extensive use of high-strength steel to ensure safety. The vehicle weight also affects the design of the bumper position. It's advisable to consider this parameter along with the power when choosing a car.
