Redesigned VW Tiguan Puts On A Sportier Face As R-Line Variant Spied

Spy photographers have caught the redesigned Volkswagen Tiguan on multiple occasions and now they’ve spotted what appears to be an R-Line variant.

While that’s just a guess, it seems like a logical conclusion as the prototype is instantly recognizable and doesn’t seem too special at first glance. However, a closer inspection reveals vertical air curtains that feature new horizontal elements.

We can also see a lightly revised intake, which trades a honeycomb mesh insert for a sportier diamond pattern. Elsewhere, there’s attractive two-tone alloy wheels.

More: Redesigned Volkswagen Tiguan Shows Off Its New Curves In Winter Tests

Redesigned VW Tiguan Puts On A Sportier Face As R-Line Variant Spied

The rest of the model appears to carryover and it’s clear the redesigned Tiguan will adopt a more adventurous design. As part of this effort, the slab-sided bodywork has given way to soft curves and flowing surfaces. The streamlined design also incorporates muscular haunches and a more curvaceous rear end.

Spy photographers haven’t gotten much of a look inside, but previous pictures have revealed a freestanding display similar to the one used in the facelifted Golf and new ID.7. However, unlike the EV, the Tiguan will apparently retain a traditional instrument cluster.

Redesigned VW Tiguan Puts On A Sportier Face As R-Line Variant Spied

Volkswagen has been tight-lipped about the crossover, but it’s expected to ride on the MQB Evo platform and be unveiled later this year. Under the hood, we can expect an assortment of relatively familiar options although there could be updates for improved performance and efficiency.

We’ll learn more closer to launch, but the current US-spec Tiguan has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder pumping out 184 hp (137 kW / 187 PS) and 221 lb-ft (299 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission, which can be paired to an optional all-wheel drive system.

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