Tiguan (VW)

On March 19, Volkswagen of America announced the official pricing for its all-new, third-generation Tiguan. The 2025 Tiguan pricing starts with the S trim at USD 29,495 for front-wheel drive and USD 30,995 for 4Motion all-wheel drive, with destination for all models at USD 1,425.

The third-generation Tiguan interior has premium features and materials, including a standard 12.9-inch display with available 15-inch display; available 30-color interior ambient lighting, quilted leather, and front seats with massage and balance features

All models feature a revised 2.0-liter engine that produces 201 hp.

(VW release on March 19, 2025)

On March 10, Volkswagen’s Taos became the highest-volume model manufactured at the company’s Puebla plant in Mexico. In February 2025, a total of 11,120 units were assembled, marking an 8.46% increase compared to the previous year.

The total production at the Puebla facility for February reached 20,699 vehicles, while the cumulative production from January to February amounted to 41,479 units. Among other models, the Volkswagen Jetta recorded 8,017 units, while Tiguan closed the month with 1,562 units.

In terms of exports, Volkswagen de México shipped 16,025 vehicles to international markets in February, bringing the total for the first two months of the year to 27,975 units.

Volkswagen Group brands reported 13,634 vehicle sales in February, maintaining their position as Mexico’s third-largest multi-brand automotive group with a 12% market share.

For January and February combined, the group’s domestic sales totaled 28,497 units, reflecting a 4.1% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to INEGI and the Mexican Association of Automotive Distributors (AMDA).

(Mexico Industry on March 10, 2025)

On March 14, VW Mexico launched the 2025 all-new Tiguan compact SUV in Mexico.

The vehicle is equipped with a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 150 hp and 250 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission. It is produced at Puebla plant in Mexico on the MQB evo platform and will be available in a two-row configuration for the North American region.

The SUV boasts a redesigned body with a slightly longer wheelbase. The exterior includes a higher front end, slimmer LED headlights, an illuminated VW logo, and an aerodynamic rear spoiler.

Inside, the Tiguan offers a refined cabin with premium materials, the gear selector is on the steering column, it has a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit, a 12.9-inch infotainment screen, and a 15-inch option.

Regarding safety, the Tiguan includes front airbags, side airbags for the driver and front passenger, front and rear side curtain airbags for the first and second rows, Travel Assist with Stop & Go function, forward collision assistance and automatic emergency braking, Active Blind Spot Monitoring; Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, among others.

The vehicle is already available at dealerships across the country from MXN 599,990.

(VW Mexico on March 14, 2025)