Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line Launched in India: Fuel Efficiency, Features, Performance, and Rivals Revealed

April 17, 2025 New Delhi, India — The highly anticipated Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line has officially entered the Indian market, priced at ₹49 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned as a premium, feature-loaded SUV, the R-Line comes in a single fully-loaded variant, combining performance, technology, and style. Volkswagen has now also revealed the fuel efficiency figures, adding to the anticipation around this luxury SUV.

Slight Dip in Fuel Efficiency from Previous Model

The Tiguan R-Line delivers a claimed fuel economy of 12.58 kmpl, slightly lower than the previous-gen Tiguan, which offered 12.61 kmpl. Despite the marginal drop, the R-Line version compensates with a higher performance benchmark and more premium tech features.

Engine, Performance, and Transmission

Under the hood, the Tiguan R-Line packs a:

• 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine

• 201 bhp of maximum power

• 320 Nm of peak torque

• 0-100 kmph in 7.1 seconds

• Top speed of 229 kmph

The SUV is mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox and includes the 4Motion All-Wheel Drive system as standard, enhancing handling and off-road capability.

Feature Highlights: Tech-Loaded & Sporty

Volkswagen has equipped the Tiguan R-Line with an array of premium features, including:

• LED Plus headlights

• Dynamic 3D LED rear lamps

• Illuminated trim and welcome lighting

• 19-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels

• Panoramic sunroof

• 30-color ambient lighting

• Three-zone automatic climate control

• Park Assist Plus

• Dual wireless charging pads

• Seats with ‘R’ badging

• Brushed stainless steel pedals

• Chrome air intakes and silver anodized roof rails

The vehicle emphasizes both comfort and sportiness, aligning with the expectations of the premium SUV segment.

Color Options

The Tiguan R-Line will be available in six vibrant color options:

• Persimmon Red Metallic

• Nightshade Blue Metallic

• Grenadilla Black Metallic

• Oryx White (Mother of Pearl effect)

• Cipressino Green Metallic

• Oyster Silver Metallic

Rivals and Market Positioning

The Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line takes on:

• Traditional ladder-on-frame SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner and Isuzu MU-X

• Entry-level luxury crossovers such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes-Benz GLA

With its sporty aesthetics and premium features, the Tiguan R-Line aims to bridge the gap between mainstream full-size SUVs and luxury compact crossovers, giving buyers a compelling new choice in the ₹45–₹50 lakh price range.