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Freelander fighter
Volkswagen takes on the compact SUV class with its classy Tiguan.

   


Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan -> 2.0 TDI 140 technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 115
0-62 mph (seconds): 10.5

Urban mpg: 30.1
Extra urban mpg: 47.9
Combined mpg: 39.2
CO2 (g/km): 182


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4427
Height (mm): 1683
Width (mm): 1809
Wheelbase (mm): 2604
Cargo volume (litres): 505
Kerb weight (kg): 1590
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 2200
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 64


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Four-cylinder inline turbodiesel engine. Mounted transversely in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro V.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1968
Bore x stroke (mm): 81.00 x 96.00
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder.
Max. power (bhp): 138 at 4200 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 236 at 1750 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual. 4MOTION four-wheel drive system.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: McPherson strut with lower wishbone and aluminium subframe as a base.

Rear: Four-link rear axle.

Steering: Electromechanical power steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 12.00

Brakes: Ventilated discs up front (312mm), rears are solid (286mm). ESP, ABS, EBD and dual brake assist standard.

Wheels: 6.5J x 16-inch alloys.

Tyres: 215/65 R16 H.







 

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