#LAAUTOSHOW: VW Shows Us Its All-new R-line Package For The Tiguan — Two Thumbs UP or DOWN?

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There's two things that we know are doing really well in the automotive landscape these days: First, that would be any sport-utility vehicle. People are in love with the utility and raised ride height and SUV provides. Simple as that.

Second, is anything sporty. Any additional parts or variants that people can purchase will go fast. Take, for example, the take rate on any standard BMW with the M Performance parts — they're everywhere!

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That said, it should come as no surprise that Volkswagen has decided it would be a wise idea to take its all-new Tiguan and spice it up a bit. That's where the R-line package comes into the mix.

While the vehicle remains the same from a mechanical standpoint, there are some changes to the exterior and interior design. It gets a bit tarted up.

The Tiguan R-line package will reach showrooms in Q1 2018. To see the FULL details, see the Volkswagen-issued press release below.

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Volkswagen's press release follows:

VOLKSWAGEN INTRODUCES PERFORMANCE-INSPIRED R-LINE® APPEARANCE PACKAGE ON ALL-NEW 2018 TIGUAN

Nov 28, 2017

R-Line package adds interior and exterior design enhancements to Tiguan SEL and SEL Premium trims
Available performance-inspired upgrades include 19- and 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and stainless-steel pedals
Tiguan R-Line package MSRP: $1,795 for SEL trims; $1,495 for SEL Premium trims

Herndon, VA (November 28, 2017) — Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that it will offer the R-Line® package on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The new trim package augments the all-new SUV’s sportiness with interior and exterior design elements that give it an even more dynamic appearance. The Tiguan R-Line package will be introduced at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The R-Line package enhances the robust list of equipment in the Tiguan SEL and SEL Premium trims with performance-inspired treatments. The sporty exterior styling details include 19-inch “Trenton” aluminum-alloy wheels for SEL trims and 20-inch “Braselton” aluminum-alloy wheels on SEL Premium trims. Also included are R-Line badging; unique front and rear bumpers that incorporate stylish air intakes at the front and a diffusor in glossy black paint at the rear; and body color wheelarch extensions and side skirts.

Inside, the Tiguan R-Line models welcome drivers with the R-Line logo on the start screen of Volkswagen’s Modular Infotainment Platform (MIB II). Other interior features include an R-Line steering wheel badge; black headliner; stainless-steel sport pedal covers; and stainless-steel door sills with the R-Line logo.

Like the standard Tiguan model, the R-Line will feature Volkswagen’s 2.0-liter TSI® turbocharged engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. Volkswagen’s advanced 4Motion® all-wheel-drive system is available as an option. The R-Line package on SEL trims has a MSRP of $1,795, and includes front and rear Park Distance Control (ParkPilot). The package MSRP for SEL Premium models (which already include ParkPilot) is $1,495.

The Tiguan went on sale this summer and the R-Line package is expected to go on sale in the first quarter of 2018.

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