Is this the next generation? Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace? A new statement from China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has revealed what will likely be known as Volkswagen Tyrone in markets such as Australia.
Images of the new SUV have appeared in a Chinese database, where it will be known in the region as the Tayron L.
Despite the fact that the Tayron L has a different name, it essentially looks like an extended version of the new generation Tiguan.
There are minor styling differences in terms of bumper detailing and the placement of the rear badge – the Tayron L lettering is positioned just below the rear light panel, rather than at the bottom of the tailgate on the new Tiguan – but much of this could be down to regional differences, as the Tayron L will be built in China for China.
However, the Tayron L is expected to be very similar to the global Tayron, which will be a three-row companion to the latest Tiguan, just like the existing Tiguan Allspace.
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It will also form the basis for the Tiguan model for the US market, as the current generation is also based on the extended version.
We haven't seen any interior images yet, but as with the exterior, expect a very close relationship with the new Tiguan, perhaps with some minor changes to differentiate the two SUVs.
Interior changes to the Tiguan include a larger touchscreen with next-generation infotainment software and a new digital instrument cluster, as well as an overall design refresh and new details such as configurable ambient lighting with instrument cluster inserts.
The Tayron will also ride on the new MQB evo platform like the new Tiguan, offering technology improvements over the old MQB-based Tiguan Allspace such as increased electrification.
This likely includes 48V mild hybrid technology and the potential for a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system with a range of around 100 kilometres.
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More advanced driver assistance technologies from Volkswagen are expected to arrive soon.
Additionally, the Tayron is expected to grow in most dimensions compared to its predecessor, which should free up more interior space for passengers and their luggage. Depending on the market, up to three rows of seats will be available.
Back in November, Volkswagen confirmed that the Tayron name would replace the Tiguan Allspace in European and Australian markets, taking over the name of the mid-size SUV for the Chinese market, produced under the FAW-Volkswagen joint venture.
The global version of the 2025 Volkswagen Tayron is expected to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show this October, with production starting in late 2024 or early in the new year.
The new SUV is due to arrive in Australia in the second half of 2025.
Previous reports indicated that the new Tayron would be built in Germany, unlike the current Tiguan Allspace, which is assembled at VW Group's Puebla plant in Mexico.
More details about the new Volkswagen Tayron will be revealed later this year. Stay tuned CarExpert for the latter.
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