With more power on tap than even the current iteration of the sporty Golf GTI, Volkswagen is making its most potent Tiguan yet available for order in the UK this October.  The new 237 bhp bi-turbo diesel, designated BiTDI, also offers an increase of 30 horsepower over the previous most powerful Tiguan, the 2.0 TSI seen in the preceding generation of the car.

The bi-turbo engine is similar to that offered in the current Volkswagen Passat and Passat Alltrack, and boasts a high-performance cylinder head and two-stage turbo charger.  The injection pressure of the common-rail piezo injection system is a mighty 2,500 bar and the engine is capable of generating up to 118 bhp per litre.

Mated as standard to Volkswagen’s 4MOTION four-wheel drive system, it allows the new Tiguan to reach 142 mph and sprint from rest to 62 mph in just 6.5 seconds.

Selective Catalytic Reduction helps to reduce emissions by injecting AdBlue into the Tiguan’s exhaust system, thus helping to reduce NOx by converting it into water.  The Volkswagen SUV also includes a Start/Stop system and battery regeneration which, together, contribute to a CO₂ figure of 167 g/km.  All the engines in the Tiguan range meet the latest EU6 emissions standard.

The new Tiguan bi-turbo engine is offered with the range-topping SEL or R-Line trims.  The Tiguan SEL has standard features that include Volkswagen’s Discover Navigation infotainment and satellite navigation system, which includes an eight-inch colour touch-screen.  Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar to govern the distance to the car ahead automatically.  In addition the SEL comes with Active Info Display – a 12.3-inch high-resolution TFT screen located within the binnacle and replacing conventional analogue instruments.  It can be configured to show a variety of information about the car, or even relay the satellite navigation route guidance.

In addition to the features available on the SEL, the Tiguan R-Line carries many unique styling features inside and out.  A roof spoiler is joined by a rear diffuser and a front air intake.  The ‘Suzuka’ alloy wheels measure 20-inches and the bumper design is unique to the trim.

On the inside, unique R-Line sill protectors and carpet mats are joined by bespoke ‘Race’ cloth seats feature ‘San Remo’ microfibre, while the front seats also feature the R-Line logo on the headrest.  Stainless steel pedals and a black rooflining complete the look.