- The VW Tayron L, revealed on China’s MIIT, effectively previews the US-spec Tiguan.
- The SUV is 133 mm (5.2 inches) longer than the European Tiguan and sports different styling.
- It has been confirmed that the North American 2025 VW Tiguan will debut later this year.
An all-new 2025 VW Tiguan is set to debut in the US market by year-end, sporting a design distinct from its European counterpart. After numerous spy shots, we’ve obtained official photos of the Chinese-spec VW Tayron L, which is expected to be identical to the US-spec Tiguan—confusing, we know.
Set to be produced by the FAW-VW joint venture, the compact SUV doesn’t share any body panels with the recently launched European Tiguan, despite similar styling cues. Instead, the Tayron L and North America’s Tiguan adopt more design elements from the VW ID family, including the clamshell hood and full-width LEDs at both ends.
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The R-Line trim enhances its sporty appeal with aggressive bumpers featuring fake vents, abundant glossy black trim, and flashier 20-inch alloy wheels.
In terms of footprint, China’s VW Tayron L spans 4,684 mm (184.4 inches) in length, 1,854 mm (73 inches) wide, and stands 1,685 mm (66.3 inches) tall, with a 2,791 mm (109.9 inches) wheelbase. The R-Line trim extends slightly to 4,695 mm (184.8 inches) due to its unique bumpers.
Overall, the Tayron L measures 133 mm (5.2 inches) longer than the EU-spec Tiguan, yet it is 51 mm (2 inches) shorter than the Chinese-market Tiguan L. All of the aforementioned SUVs utilize the latest MQB Evo architecture, consistent with the majority of VW Group’s ICE-powered models, including the new Passat.
MIIT
According to filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the VW Tayron L will offer three turbocharged gasoline engines in the local market. The entry-level 1.5-liter unit delivers 158 hp (118 kW / 160 PS), and the more robust 2.0-liter is available in configurations producing either 184 hp (137 kW / 186 PS) or 217 hp (162 kW / 220 PS).
The US-spec 2025 VW Tiguan is anticipated to feature a more efficient mild-hybrid turbo 2.0-liter engine, potentially complemented by a plug-in hybrid variant. In Europe, the VW Tiguan eHybrid delivers up to 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and boasts 62 miles (100 km) of electric-only range, powered by a 19.7 kWh battery pack.
The formal North American debut of the new Tiguan is expected within the next few months. Interestingly, rumors suggest that the Tayron L might also reach the European market as a seven-seater SUV, potentially replacing the Tiguan Allspace and slotting above the regular Tiguan.
