2021 Volkswagen Tiguan The facelifted SUV was launched last year as a refreshed model with a BS6 powertrain, cosmetic changes and updated features. Available in a single petrol variant, the Tiguan facelift is priced at ₹31.99 lakh (ex-showroom), and is built on VW Group’s versatile MQB platform, and will be in line with the CKD (Completely Knocked Down) model assembled at the company’s facility in Aurangabad. comes in the form. , Maharashtra. In India, it rivals the Jeep Compass, Hyundai Tucson, Citroen C5 Aircross, Tata Harrier and MG Hector. Let’s take a look at what its competition has to offer.
jeep compass
jeep compass The 2021 received several exterior updates, which makes it more attractive, aggressive and comfortable as compared to its outgoing model. It comes with a large chrome finished seven-slat grille, new LED headlights with integrated LED DRLs, redesigned bumper, slightly revised Silver Fox skid plate, bigger air dam, new fog lamps, 5-spoke dual- Tone alloy wheels, square wheel arches with plastic cladding, roof rails, shark fin antennas and new LED taillights among others. Power comes from the same powertrain options – a 1.4-litre multi-air petrol engine and a 2.0-litre multi-jet diesel unit.
Jeep also offers Compass with 4×4 technology on select variants with automatic gearbox.
While the former is good for 160 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque, the latter churns out 170 bhp and 350 Nm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual gearbox, an optional 9-speed torque converter and a 7-speed DCT automatic respectively. Jeep also offers 4×4 technology on select variants with automatic gearbox. At a starting price of ₹16.99 Lakh for the base petrol MT variant and going up to ₹28.29 Lakh for the range-topping 4×4 Diesel AT trim, it is the most expensive offering in its segment.
Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai Tucson The facelift was launched in India in July last year. It sits above the Creta in the company’s line-up and comes with extensive upgrades including styling tweaks, revised powertrain and new transmission options. The design has a well balanced crossover look with angular treatment for the cascade grille. The new LED headlights look very bright. It gets 18-inch alloy wheels and the curves at the rear are complemented by relatively slim taillights. It also sports the same 8.0-inch HD infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and navigation. It comes loaded with creature comforts like a panoramic sunroof, 10-way power-adjustable driver seat, and 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat.
(Hyundai Tucson got a facelift last year. It has a different crossover-like stance)
Powertrain options on the Hyundai Tucson facelift include 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engine options. The BS6 petrol motor produces 150 bhp and 192 Nm of torque, while the BS6 diesel engine produces 182 bhp and 400 Nm of peak torque. The petrol motor is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the diesel uses a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Its price ranges between ₹ 22.69 Lakh to ₹ 27.47 Lakh (Ex-showroom).
Citroen C5 Aircross
Citroen C5 Aircross The SUV is offered in only two variants – Feel and Shine, and except for the panoramic sunroof and LED headlights, almost all other features are standard across both the trims. It is offered in four single-tone shades – Pearl White, Cumulus Grey, Tijuca Blue, and Perla Nera Black, along with a dual-tone black roof option for the former three, bringing a total of 7 color options. Inside, the SUV gets a well-crafted cabin designed with the use of premium soft-touch materials treated in Metropolitan Gray interior trim.
The Citroen C5 Aircross stuns you with its impeccable ride.
The Citroen C5 Aircross comes with a single powertrain option, which is a 2.0-litre diesel engine that develops 175 bhp and 400 Nm of peak torque. Transmission duties are handled by an 8-speed automatic transmission sending power to the front wheels. Prices range between ₹ 31.3 Lakh to ₹ 32.8 Lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Harrier
Tata Harrier was launched in India in 2018 and then received a comprehensive update in 2020. Tata Harrier has been introduced in 9 variants – XE, XM, XMA, XT, XT+, XZ, XZ+, XZA, XZA+. The Tata Harrier is also the longest and widest in the segment and also comes with the highest ground clearance.
Prices start from ₹ 14.29 Lakh and go up to ₹ 21.09 Lakh (ex-showroom).
This is a diesel-only model, which is powered by a Fiat-sourced 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, Multijet diesel that churns out 138 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque. Prices start from ₹ 14.29 Lakh and go up to ₹ 21.09 Lakh (ex-showroom).
MG Hector
MG Hector The facelift comes with some significant visual updates, the biggest being the new chrome-studded pattern on the grille up front, while the skid plates on the front and rear bumpers are now finished in gunmetal grey. It sits on large 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. At the rear, changes include a black tailgate applique. Inside, you get a wireless mobile phone charger, and the front seats get a three-stage ventilation system. While the 10.4-inch infotainment system remains the same, it now gets an updated i-Smart system, which now understands ‘Hinglish’ voice commands.
MG Hector was recently introduced with optional DCT automatic for the petrol-only version.
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In terms of engine options, the Hector will continue to get the existing 1.5-litre petrol motors along with the 2.0-litre diesel engine. The petrol and petrol-hybrid variants make 141 bhp and 250 Nm of torque and are mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and an optional DCT automatic for the petrol-only variant. The diesel engine, on the other hand, makes 168 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque and is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard.
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