But the crossover is designed for five people
The Chinese Ministry of Industry published live photos and characteristics of the brand new Volkswagen Tiguan L Pro. Under this designation, «stretched» will be sold in China. The third generation Tiguan debuted in Europe in the fall. Interestingly, unlike the current seven-seater Tiguan L, the new Tiguan L Pro is for some reason announced as a five-seater. Perhaps the seven-seat version will be certified later.
The dimensions of the crossover are 4735 x 1859 x 1682 mm with a wheelbase length of 2791 mm – it is 9 mm wider than the current Tiguan L and 20 mm taller. For comparison, the dimensions and wheelbase of the third generation European Tiguan – 4551 x 1842 x 1640 mm and 2681 mm respectively. According to rumors, the Chinese Tiguan L Pro will appear in Europe as the new Tiguan Allspace.
For the Chinese car, only a 2.0-liter gasoline engine is announced in two power options: 186 hp. and 220 hp Apparently, both work with a 7-speed “robot”, and all-wheel drive will be in the top versions. Later, a «soft» hybrid based on a 1.5-liter engine.