VW ID. Tiguan: Mass production of the new electric SUV has started in Emden

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Serial production of the new all-electric ID. Tiguan has begun at the Volkswagen plant in Emden. The first vehicles are expected to be delivered to customers in early 2027. Since its world premiere in early October, the manufacturer reports that several thousand pre-orders have been placed for this mid-size SUV.

In the coming weeks, the Emden plant is set to gradually increase production of the ID. Tiguan. Meanwhile, the ID.7, available as a sedan and station wagon, continues to roll off the assembly line there. To date, Volkswagen has produced over 500,000 electric vehicles in Emden. The ID. Tiguan will take the place in the brand’s model lineup of the SUV ID.4 and its coupe version ID.5, which were among the most sold electric vehicles in the Volkswagen Group over the past few years.

VW offers the new SUV in its ID. electric vehicle family in three performance levels: one with 140 kW (190 hp) and a 58-kWh battery, one with 210 kW (286 hp) and a 77-kWh battery, and another with 220 kW (299 hp), all-wheel drive 4Motion, and also a 77-kWh battery. Depending on the version, the WLTP range reaches up to 600 kilometers. The towing capacity is up to 1800 kilograms with the smaller battery and up to 2000 kilograms with the larger battery.

Additional features include a 32-liter front trunk and a cargo volume of up to 534 liters. The model is available in four trims: Trend, Life, Style, and R-Line. Inside, there is a 12-inch passenger display, a 10-inch driver display, and a central 15-inch infotainment display.

The exterior of the ID. Tiguan is inspired by the “Pure Positive” design language. The previous crossover design of its predecessors is replaced by a new SUV shape featuring precise lines and tightly stretched surfaces. Additionally, VW uses classic lever-style door handles on this model.

“The Tiguan is a true Volkswagen. And now it’s electric,” says Thomas Schäfer, CEO of the Volkswagen brand. “This is more than just a new powertrain. It reflects our commitment to making electromobility successful on a wide scale. The ID. Tiguan combines quality, versatility, and everyday usability with the advantages of electromobility. This is how we bring electromobility to more people. The start of production in Emden is therefore a strong signal: We are putting it into action. And we are delivering.”

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