Volkswagen Unveils Electric ID. Tiguan With 600 Km Range

Volkswagen has unveiled the new all-electric ID. Tiguan for European markets as part of its updated electrification plan. The electric SUV replaces the older ID.4 and ID.5 models, which are now being phased out. Pre-sales for the vehicle start across several European countries on October 13, with prices beginning at EUR 42,695. Meanwhile, the traditional fuel-powered Tiguan model will remain on sale with petrol, diesel, and hybrid options.

Design and Performance

Built on the MEB+ platform, the ID. Tiguan adopts a more traditional and boxy SUV shape compared to the softer designs of its predecessors. According to Autocar India, the electric model is larger than the petrol-powered Tiguan in almost every dimension. It features sharp lines, a closed-off front grille, connected LED headlamps, and illuminated Volkswagen logos at both the front and the rear. The vehicle offers battery options of 58 kWh and 77 kWh, with the larger 77-kWh battery delivering a WLTP-certified driving range of up to 600 km.

Interior and Features

Inside, the cabin features a prominent triple-screen layout that includes a 15-inch central touchscreen, a 12-inch passenger display, and a 10-inch digital instrument cluster. The dashboard also includes more physical controls than the older ID.4 model. Storage is enhanced by a floating center console with dual wireless charging pads underneath. Additional comfort features include powered front seats with memory, ventilation, and massage functions, an optional panoramic sunroof, and a 480-watt Harman Kardon sound system. The vehicle provides a 534-litre boot alongside an extra 32-litre front trunk.

Context

Traditional car manufacturers are rapidly expanding their electric vehicle lineups to meet strict emission rules and shifting buyer preferences globally. Platforms like the MEB+ allow companies to share components across multiple models to cut production costs. Launching direct electric successors to popular petrol or hybrid names helps brands keep loyal buyers when transitioning to battery power.