Bitauto original Tiguan L is currently a well-known SUV in the domestic joint venture market. Over the years, it has been deeply loved by consumers due to its outstanding product strength and reputation advantages. Nowadays, facing the rise of the new generation, Tiguan L is also constantly evolving itself to meet the demanding needs of this group. Recently, the editorial department welcomed this test car - the new Tiguan L. In the past few days, I will start from the daily details to see what different driving experiences it has.

The new Tiguan L was launched in August this year. A total of 6 models are launched in the series, with a price range of 215,800-281,800 yuan. The model we are testing today is the new Tiguan L 380TSI automatic four-wheel drive R-Line flagship version with 7 seats. The guide price is 281,800 yuan, which is a top-end model. Compared with most mid-range models that we see every day, the top-range version has richer configurations and overall, the price is actually not high including the terminal discount price. You must know that the starting price of its competing Highlander is even higher. The top version of Tiguan L is available.

The styling is more dynamic

I believe that the styling design of Tiguan L will be familiar to everyone who has a little knowledge of SUVs. Because, whether you are in a first-tier city or a remote suburb, Tiguan L can always be seen by your side. And every time it is revised or replaced, it has a characteristic, that is, it is very tolerant and relatively suitable for a wider range of people.

The first impression it gave me was that of a modern car. When I went to the 4S store to get the car key, it said Tianjing Blue on it, and I felt that it would be quite amazing. Because in the past, I was impressed by the predominantly white color of family cars. Nowadays, I am surprised that there are more personalized color options.

The front face design is as exquisite and grand as ever, with the air intake grille integrated with the headlights on both sides. Compared with the regular version of the R-Line version we tested, the main difference lies in the shape of the front surround. Both sides adopt a "C"-shaped design, and use bright black materials and chrome decoration. The advantage of this is that it makes the front of the car look sportier at once.

The headlight has a sharp shape and the eyebrow design is slender. It also uses a matrix full LED light source with an all-weather headlight function, which can be understood as having some of the functions covered by current mainstream headlights. If you are driving around corners, you can also use AFS follow-up steering and MDFS dynamic light assistance to make driving safer at night.

Coming to the side, the body line design is simple and smooth, with a waistline extending from the front fender to the taillight, creating a very powerful impression. And because the vehicle length reaches 4733mm and the wheelbase reaches 2791mm, it has a certain size advantage in its class.

At the same time, the keyless entry function that can be seen is standard in all series, and the configuration is quite generous. In addition, the bottom of the door panel is equipped with a waterproof groove, especially on rainy days, you don’t have to worry about opening the door.The clothes come into contact with mud.

The shape design of the tail is clearly layered, and the three-dimensional edged LED taillights are highly recognizable. The new Tiguan L is also equipped with bilateral exhaust pipe decorations, which are filled with bright black material all around, and the rate of turning heads is quite high.

The test drive model is equipped with 19-inch aluminum alloy precision tires, which are equipped with low-end and sub-low-end models The 18-inch tires are not bad either. This top-of-the-line model uses Hankook Ventus s1evo3 tires. This tire is a high-end tire in the Hankook Ventus series. The price is about 900 yuan per tire. It focuses on handling performance.

The interior quality of the car is great

The interior design is eye-catching, and the overall style is youthful. It is no longer the same thing as we used to think. The more trendy elements are the eye-catching large screen of the central control and the slender air-conditioning outlet shape.

In addition, the new interior center console and door panels are all covered with leather. Regardless of the workmanship and materials used, it is the best in the same class. It belongs to the upper-middle level. In addition, the R-Line exclusive design also uses a double-inlay interior design with red stitching to enhance the texture of the car.

The steering wheel adopts a flat-bottom design, and the surface is also wrapped with perforation technology, giving it a thick grip. It even feels somewhat similar to Audi, very comfortable. In addition, the steering wheel is not a traditional button, but uses a popular touch button, which is a bit like the design of current new energy vehicles, which enhances a certain sense of technology.

Except for the lowest model, all other models are equipped with full LCD instruments and a 12-inch central control screen. Among them, the full LCD instrument has rich functions and excellent display effects, and can be linked with the central control screen. For example, the navigation can synchronize the instrument panel, bringing a safer driving experience.

The color resolution of the central control screen is also clear. Through the 4G network, you can listen to music online and order takeout. It also has functions such as voice recognition and support for CarPlay and CarLife mobile phone interconnection, and all the basic configurations are complete.

It is worth mentioning that this central control screen also has a gesture control function, which is quite convenient to use. However, what I use most during daily driving is voice recognition. For example, if I want to go somewhere or listen to a song, I can directly say the wake-up word "Hello Volkswagen" and it will automatically search for you and control it. The air conditioner is very convenient to use.

In the daily use of the car, many detailed configurations are quite rich. Normally, there is no need to use a mobile phone to charge. There is a wireless charging function for mobile phones under the central control. It is also equipped with a Type-C and a Type-A interface to meet different mobile phone charging needs. There are also some narrow sections of road.Through the central control screen, you can see the parking status 360 degrees without blind spots.

Of course, what impressed me most is that this level also comes with Harman Kardon audio brand, and equipped with 10 speakers, which is a great boon for friends who like to listen to music.

Strong space flexibility

Depending on different vehicle configurations, the seat materials are available in fabric/leather hybrid, leather and genuine leather. The top-of-the-line seats in the test drive adopt a two-color design, which is full of vitality. At the same time, the configuration is also quite rich, equipped with electric adjustment of the front seats, supporting waist/seat back/height adjustment. In addition, the main driver's seat has seat heating/ventilation/memory functions.

In terms of space layout, the 330TSI model adopts a 5-seater design, the R-Line model provides 7-seater optional services, and the 380TSI model It adopts a "2+3+2" 7-seater layout. Its second-row seats are equipped with independent air conditioning and also have two charging ports.

In terms of riding space, three colleagues experienced it in the front and rear rows respectively. The space is ample, and the third row can also be used for emergencies when there are usually many people, making it a stress-free ride. But then again. Usually, it is rarely fully loaded with 7 people. The third row of seats can be folded horizontally most of the time and used as a large 5-seater car.

After folding down the third row of seats, the trunk The opening is large, which is helpful for storing large items. The opening method is also very simple, just pull the rope buckle behind the third row of seats. If you feel that the trunk space is not enough, you can enhance space utilization by folding down the second row in a 4/6 ratio.

Power and test drive experience

In terms of power, all new cars are equipped with the EA888 engine 2.0T high and low power engine, which is still Volkswagen's "magic weapon". The corresponding logos are divided into 380TSI and 330TSI. . Among them, the maximum power of the low-power/high-power 2.0T engine is 137kW and 162kW respectively, and the maximum torque is 320Nm and 350Nm respectively. The transmission is matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox.

First of all, let me talk about my usual driving environment. Most of them are on elevated highways and highways. The overall road conditions are relatively good, but every time I drive During the next morning rush hour, there will be congestion when you turn from Shanghai Jiamin to Beizhai Road. This car feels very comfortable and easy to drive. Regardless of the busy traffic outside, as soon as the car door is closed, it is your own space. With NVH control in place, the good mood will not be ruined by traffic jams in an instant.

Because I have experienced the Tiguan L before, I still know its powertrain, throttle and brake settings very well. Although 2.0T powerAlthough the tuned horsepower data is not as good as some American cars, the actual off-wheel horsepower is quite sufficient. When overtaking, there is no need to accumulate power in advance, just step on the accelerator deeply. The power can be described as stable, accurate and fast. And I found that after switching to sports mode, the throttle response will be more positive. After the shooting is completed, running all the way down does not feel too exciting.

But most of the time, I don’t deliberately pursue driving pleasure. Because this car is positioned for home use, its essential tasks are daily commuting and weekend travel. Moreover, during the entire driving process, the transmission performance is very smooth. You will not feel any frustration at high speeds, and there is not much problem with low-speed performance. After all, Volkswagen's dual-clutch has been adjusted very smoothly, and the technology is mature and reliable.

After driving it for a few days, the driving quality of the new car is very high. This texture is not only reflected in the car, it is the kind of feeling that a car gives people on the highway. The sense of security is great. In particular, it has strong support when cornering. It is still very stable at 110km/h without any shaking. When encountering an emergency obstacle, the vehicle can drive smoothly as soon as it returns to the right position.

The vibration damping system filters vibrations, such as speed bumps on the road and some potholes. The filtering is thorough, but it is not the soft feedback that it should be. There is still a sense of the road, which at least ensures that you know what kind of road conditions you just passed.

Another satisfactory aspect is that in the past, traditional family cars always felt out of tune with the times and were just pure means of transportation. But it is different now. When you have to pass through a section of highway to go to the company, the benefits of the vehicle equipped with the Travel Assist full-journey intelligent driving assistance system are reflected, and adaptive cruise driving can be turned on. ACC can automatically control the distance and speed according to the speed of the car ahead. If there is a car slightly slower than yours in front, you don't need to release the accelerator and lightly apply the brakes, saving a lot of operations.

Full text summary: I have not been in contact with the new Tiguan L for a long time. After just a few days of experience, the new Tiguan L left a deep impression on me. First of all, its biggest change is that on the basis of continuing the excellent genes of the old model, it has made some adjustments to the appearance and interior design, which has brought a higher level of appearance and makes commuting to work more dignified. Secondly, in terms of intelligent driving, it follows the trend of the times and adds many technological configurations. For example, it understands your car system better and is equipped with Travel Assist intelligent driving assistance system throughout the journey. In short, it feels like a trustworthy friend in daily driving, and it performs very competently in all aspects. So this upgrade makes it more competitive in the market. In the future, the new Tiguan L will remain an unavoidable model in the family SUV market with its strong comprehensive strength.