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Volkswagen Tiguan 1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG Review

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This is the entry-level petrol engine in the Tiguan. It uses mild-hybrid technology to bolster its performance and fuel economy, producing 128bhp and completing the 0-62mph sprint in 10.6 seconds. Top speed is 130mph, and a seven-speed automatic gearbox is standard.

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The VW Group famously spends more money on research and development than any rival – and as a result, perhaps it should be no surprise that our testers rate its cars so consistently highly.

The fact that many of those cars use the same underpinnings also helps, because it means that if they get it right once, they have the foundations to keep on getting it right.

However, the Volkswagen brand faces plenty of tough competition, often from within, because the rapidly rising Seat and Skoda brands that are also part of the group have access to the same technology.

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Life trim adds larger 18in alloy wheels, three-zone climate control, ambient lighting, wireless phone-charging and adaptive cruise control.

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1.5 eTSI Life 5dr DSG

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Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation

Start/stop system with regenerative braking

Park assistance plus with front and rear parking sensors

Lane change system, Side assist, Rear traffic alert and Exit warning system

Air care climatronic 3 zone air conditioning system with rear air conditioning control panel

Front seats with manual height adjustment

Remote electrically foldable door mirrors, puddle lights and reverse activated passenger's door mirror

Infotainment pack with discover navigation system - Tiguan

Infotainment pack plus with discover navigation system - Tiguan

Comfort package with park assist pro - Tiguan

Leather package incl. active climate seats with massage feature in front 1 - Tiguan Life

Winter pack with heated outer rear seats 1 - Tiguan Life

Winter pack without heated washer nozzles - Tiguan

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The new VW Tiguan offers generous space for occupants, a big boot and fine driving manners, but its higher costs count against it. A Skoda Karoq is better value, while the Volvo XC40 can be had for the same cost as a mid-rung Tiguan. For private buyers, the 1.5 TSI 150 Life is the one to go for, while company car drivers will be better off with the eHybrid.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Comfortable ride </li> <li>Feature-filled infotainment </li> <li>Space for child seats </li> <li>Robust build quality </li> <li>Practical storage spaces </li> <li>A boot fit for a family holiday </li> <li>Fuel-efficient engines</li></ul>

While we define a small SUV&nbsp;as something&nbsp;less than 4.3 metres long and a large SUV as measuring more than 4.5 metres, family SUVs tread the middle ground.

As the name suggests, the vast majority are&nbsp;designed for family duties rather than serious off-roading, so practicality is paramount. However, that&nbsp;shouldn't come at the expense of a decent drive; the best examples combine tidy handling with smooth engines&nbsp;and a ride that's comfortable&nbsp;enough to ensure the kids aren't left feeling queasy.

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