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LaNOS

29-09-2016, 10:53 PM

Does anyone know for sure that the new Tiguan R line can have a towbar? Also does anyone have any details on the ground clearance for the R Line model?

Many thanks!

IggyPopTiggy

30-09-2016, 12:39 AM

In Germany, where I'm at the moment, I've just ordered the R-line with a towbar this morning, can't say for Oz.

As for the ground clearance - R-line seems to be just a little lower than standard, but if you get the 4motion version, then it's again a little higher, so it might work out to be the same. Sorry, can't help with this precisely. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YP57qj6AmPA&feature=youtu.be&t=152 )

Fridgie877

30-09-2016, 05:45 AM

Any car can have a tow bar, there is photos of Lamborghinis and Ferraris with tow bars.

The tow bar that we will be able to get wont be the fold out one like in germany, it will be one made by an Australian company. It may not be available yet but they will be available soon

tigger73

30-09-2016, 06:56 AM

The R-line has a different rear bumper so it'll need a different treatment. Usually it takes a little while as VWA needs a car locally to run all the test fitments of "local" accessories. If there's not already a removable section of the rear bumper then there will (likely) need to be a section cut to fit the hitch through.

You'll have to wait until closer to the time. It sounds like the 162TSI R-line may even have a slightly different rear bumper to the 140TDI R-line... but that's all rumour until the cars arrive here.

daft009

17-12-2016, 07:32 AM

leaning towards waiting for the r-line as well, mostly due to the colour coded skirting. not a fan of the black plastic all around on the non r-line :(

are there any in the country even as demos as yet?

Gladbach

17-12-2016, 08:13 AM

Yep, plenty of dealers with 140TDI R-Lines, just not 162TSI. Only visual difference is that the 162 gets the trapezoidal exhausts.

Beowulf

17-12-2016, 10:29 PM

Any 140TDI Rline owners with tow bars on here? I've ordered a 162 rline with tow bar, wondering if it will be a cut out or a vertical bar?

daft009

19-12-2016, 03:04 PM

thanks guys.

also i'm not a 100% on what other benefits are there for paying $4k for r-line:
colour coded side skirting & bumpers
special exhaust tips
20" rims
rear roof spoiler
side sills
R labeling on head rests?
adaptive chasis control?
waht else?

Gladbach

19-12-2016, 03:27 PM

Adaptive chassis control
Alloy wheels (Suzuka) 20x8.5" with 255/40 R20 tyres
Black headlining and pillar trim
Carpet floor mats and centre armrest with decorative stitching in Crystal Grey
Chrome tail pipe trims
Decorative inlays, "Black Lead Grey" to dashboard and door trims
Design strip with R-Line logo on the front side panels and front doors
Front bumper in R design with gloss black air intakes
Lower body side extensions in body colour with black grained wheel arch extensions
Progressive steering
Rear bumper with sports diffuser in gloss black
R-Line badge in radiator grille
R-Line logo on infotainment start screen
R-Line multi-function leather covered sports steering wheel with decorative stitching in Crystal Grey and R-Line logo
R-Line rear spoiler
Stainless steel finish accelerator and brake pedals
Stainless steel finish front door sill scuff plates with R-Line logo, illuminated
Vienna leather appointed seat upholstery for R-Line with R-Line logo and decorative stitching in Crystal Grey

For me the most important are Progressive Steering, Adaptive Chassis Control and the Sports Steering Wheel.

daft009

23-12-2016, 06:57 AM

thanks a lot mate, was wondering why there were no specs in the brochure I downloaded.
they made it a separate PDF, thats why! lol

Beowulf

30-12-2016, 11:09 PM

Does anyone know for sure that the new Tiguan R line can have a towbar? Also does anyone have any details on the ground clearance for the R Line model?

Many thanks!

Yes the new rline can have a tow bar fitted. The one on my rline is a vertical bar so barely has any cutting of the plastics and the bottom of the bar sits higher then the bottom of the car so isn't the lowest point.

Regdop

31-12-2016, 06:58 AM

Yes the new rline can have a tow bar fitted. The one on my rline is a vertical bar so barely has any cutting of the plastics and the bottom of the bar sits higher then the bottom of the car so isn't the lowest point.

Would you mind posting a few pics please?

Beowulf

01-01-2017, 01:36 PM

Would you mind posting a few pics please?

Hi Regdop, posted in the thread i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan (http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/f238/i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-114104-81.html#post1212231)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27387d1483240498t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1029-jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27388d1483240657t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1028-jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27389d1483241024t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1008-jpg

Regdop

01-01-2017, 07:34 PM

Beowulf

01-01-2017, 08:31 PM

Cheers Beowulf..looks really neat... I'm guessing you're well pleased with the job?

Yeah all in all pleased, it's looks quite nice in person and the bar looks quite nicely made, bonus was that it didn't kill the rear bar as I've seen on other cars.

I was a bit surprised when I saw that it was an official vw Aus bar designed and made in New Zealand. Not bagging the nz just was expecting a bar from nsw or vic etc.

JB286

04-01-2017, 06:17 PM

Hi Beowulf,

I have spoken my dealer to try and get the tow bar included on my R-Line and have been told that it isn't yet available and that the R-Line can't take a tow bar just yet.

Are you able to provide any part numbers or anything I can take back to them? Very keen to get it done up-front rather than later on in the process.

Many thanks!

Yes the new rline can have a tow bar fitted. The one on my rline is a vertical bar so barely has any cutting of the plastics and the bottom of the bar sits higher then the bottom of the car so isn't the lowest point.

Beowulf

04-01-2017, 08:40 PM

JB286

06-01-2017, 06:48 AM

Part number is 5na 092 136

Thanks heaps Beowulf, greatly appreciated.

veew

12-01-2017, 06:20 AM

Hi Regdop, posted in the thread i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan (http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/f238/i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-114104-81.html#post1212231)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27387d1483240498t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1029-jpg

Hi Beowulf, are you happy with the boot sill protector? I'm thinking of getting it but would like to know what people's experiences are.

Beowulf

13-01-2017, 12:12 AM

Hi Beowulf, are you happy with the boot sill protector? I'm thinking of getting it but would like to know what people's experiences are.

Hi veew,

I have two young kids and I personally think its great having it there, its harder to mark and if its marked it doesn't show unless you are close. And yes I have experienced this which is why the dealer now owes me another sill protector :(

I did spend some time thinking about getting the clear one or this one but the clear one stops scratches but not a decent scrape or bump, this one is quite strong plastic and looks like it will stop damage to the car.

spamm_ed

26-01-2017, 02:12 AM

does the r-line come with lowered suspension?

tigger73

26-01-2017, 07:14 AM

does the r-line come with lowered suspension?

Not according to the specs. Ride height is the same for R-line as Highline and other AWD models. The FWD 110TSI is slightly lower (191 vs 201mm for AWD).

tigger73

26-01-2017, 08:52 AM

Also looks like VW has added Ruby Red to the options list of colours for the R-line now.

It's in the new spec brochure and also on-line configurator.

Still would like to see the R-line in Habanero Orange though :)

Chocolate_Bear

26-01-2017, 06:35 PM

Eyes24

26-01-2017, 06:49 PM

Hi.. does anyone know if the 162 rline allows you to close the side door mirrors from inside? I know it automatically closes when you arm car. Just don't know if it can be closed from inside the vehicle. Thanks!

Tiguan 162tsi rline (May 2017) - NSW, Northern Beaches

I think it does ,there's a button on the door handle from what the sales person told me.

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Chocolate_Bear

26-01-2017, 07:05 PM

I think it does ,there's a button on the door handle from what the sales person told me.

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Thanks eyes24.. I might now just be able to get it up the driveway. Hahahhaa [emoji13]

Tiguan 162tsi rline (May 2017) - NSW, Northern Beaches

Beowulf

27-01-2017, 10:14 PM

Hi.. does anyone know if the 162 rline allows you to close the side door mirrors from inside? I know it automatically closes when you arm car. Just don't know if it can be closed from inside the vehicle. Thanks!

Tiguan 162tsi rline (May 2017) - NSW, Northern Beaches
Yes you twist the side mirror adjustment knob. there are four setting left, right, heat and fold.

jonafr3

04-05-2018, 09:11 PM

Hi Beowulf
I have the exact same toe bar on my 162 rline , I have removed the bottom rattle bolt & the main pin but cant remove the toebar tongue, is there another grub screw holding the tongue in position?
Cheers jonafr3

Hi Regdop, posted in the thread i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan (http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/f238/i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-114104-81.html#post1212231)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27387d1483240498t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1029-jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27388d1483240657t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1028-jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f238/27389d1483241024t-i-have-ordered-received-my-new-tiguan-img_1008-jpg