2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Rendered with Cross Coupe GTE Influence
Digital renderings preview the next-generation Volkswagen Tiguan, drawing design inspiration from the Cross Coupe GTE Concept and hinting at a sharper, more modern SUV for 2017.
Digital renderings of the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan have surfaced, offering an early look at how the next generation of the SUV could appear when it debuts. The images, created by independent designer designrm.wordpress.com, suggest Volkswagen will draw heavily from the Cross Coupe GTE Concept revealed at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show.
The Cross Coupe GTE Concept introduced a bolder, more angular front end, gloss black trim, and a sloping roofline, contrasting with the outgoing Tiguan’s conservative styling. The renderings translate these cues to a production-ready SUV, with sharper headlights, a wider grille, and a more dynamic stance. While the actual test mules have so far worn the outgoing model’s bodywork, these digital images provide a plausible direction for the new Tiguan’s design language.
Design cues from the Cross Coupe GTE Concept
Volkswagen’s Cross Coupe GTE Concept, which debuted in Detroit, featured an aggressive front fascia, gloss black accents, a tailgate-mounted spoiler, and 22-inch wheels. Inside, it showcased a 10.1-inch touchscreen, touch-sensitive climate controls, and premium Nappa leather. While the concept was powered by a 3.6-litre V6 hybrid system, the production Tiguan is expected to focus on more conventional powertrains, though plug-in hybrid variants remain possible later in the model cycle.
The new Tiguan will use Volkswagen’s MQB platform, shared with the Golf and other group models. This architecture allows for multiple body styles and wheelbase lengths. Reports suggest the next Tiguan will be offered as a standard five-seater, a long-wheelbase version, and a seven-seat variant to broaden its appeal in global markets.
What to expect from the next Tiguan
- Sharper, more aggressive exterior styling inspired by Cross Coupe GTE
- Larger footprint and more interior space, especially in long-wheelbase versions
- Flexible MQB platform underpinning all variants
- Potential for future hybrid or plug-in hybrid models
Production of the new Tiguan is expected to begin in Germany, with the five-seater likely to arrive first, followed by the extended versions. The MQB platform should bring weight savings and improved efficiency compared to the outgoing model. Buyers can expect a familiar engine range, with the possibility of new petrol and diesel options, as well as the potential for electrified powertrains as Volkswagen expands its hybrid offerings.
While these renderings remain speculative, they reflect the direction Volkswagen is likely to take with the Tiguan’s next generation. The design shift aligns with the brand’s broader move toward sharper, more assertive styling across its SUV range. For more on the current model’s technical updates, see2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Has New 2 0 TDI Engine Packing 190 HP Starts at E37475.
