The Motability Scheme for disabled drivers now has the Tiguan added to the list of cars.

• Volkswagen’s award-winning Tiguan is available with advance payments as low as £1,499
• Stylish SUV combines advanced technology with strong performance and frugal economy
• Tiguan joins the comprehensive Volkswagen offering on Motability

Volkswagen has added the desirable new Tiguan SUV to the Motability Scheme. All Tiguan models come with a high level of equipment and combine powerful performance with sharp styling.

Every Tiguan, from the S trim up, features a range of driver’s assistance systems including Lane Assist, which gently steers the car to keep it within its lane, and Front Assist, which uses radar sensing linked to the throttle and brakes at speeds of up to 19 mph, to control automatically the distance between the Tiguan and the car ahead.

Speed-sensitive power-assisted steering and features such as automatic windscreen wipers and lights add to the user-friendliness of the Tiguan. 

  the electronic handbrake is operated at the touch of a button to hold the car when it is paused on an incline.

Efficiency is a hallmark of the comprehensive Tiguan engine line-up.  The 2.0-litre diesel powerplant offered via the Motability Scheme is equipped with Volkswagen’s BlueMotion Technology. This includes a Start/Stop function which means that when the car is at a standstill the engine briefly switches off. In addition, Tiguans fitted with a DSG automatic gearbox use a coasting function that allows the car to de-select a gear when travelling downhill not under acceleration before seamlessly re-engaging the appropriate ratio almost instantly when the accelerator is pressed.

An appealing aspect of the Tiguan’s interior is the eight-inch colour touchscreen that takes pride of place in the dashboard. This enables intuitive access to the variety of features that are packed into the Composition Media infotainment system, which all Tiguans are equipped with as a minimum.

Composition Media includes a Bluetooth® telephone connection that enables two compatible mobile devices to be paired simultaneously. A DAB digital radio receiver and CD player also feature, as does an SD card reader and music title and cover art display. The audio output comes via eight speakers located throughout the car. 

The latest Tiguan benefits from a significantly enlarged boot when compared to the previous model. This five-door, five-seat SUV even includes an adjustable 40:20:40 split bench rear seat that can slide fore or aft by up to 18 cms, thereby maximising either rear legroom, or boot space. When the rear bench is upright and slid forward there are 615 litres of boot space. When the rear seats are folded this increases to 1,655 litres.

Safety is another area in which the Tiguan scores highly. In fact, the Tiguan has been awarded a full five stars from the Euro NCAP testing programme – and it topped the Small Off-Roader class in 2016. A suite of airbags, including driver’s knee and front seat side impact airbags, are factory fitted. With the Active Bonnet system, if the car is in collision with a pedestrian the bonnet is instantly raised 50 mm to potentially reduce the risk of injury. The hazard lights flash under heavy braking and all Tiguans are equipped with an XDS electronic differential lock for improved traction and handling.

The Tiguan SE is also available on the Motability Scheme. In addition to all the features above, this trim level includes electronic air conditioning and cruise control, two features that further establish the Tiguan’s driver-focused appeal. The standard equipment list continues with front and rear parking sensors, a multifunction colour display and exclusive 18-inch ‘Patagonia’ wheels.

The latest Tiguan is now available to people who receive the following Motability allowances:

• The Higher Rate Motability Allowance
• The Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment
• The War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement
• The Armed Forces Independence Payment

Other Volkswagen models available via the Motability scheme include the up!, Polo, Golf, Golf Estate, Beetle, Passat, Passat Estate, Scirocco, Touran and Sharan. 

Volkswagen Tiguan on Motability Scheme
Model	Engine	Transmission	Power (PS)	CO2 (g/km)	DLA Holder Advance Payment
S	2.0 TDI SCR BMT 2WD	Manual	150	123*	£1,499.00
S	2.0 TDI SCR BMT 4MOTION	Manual	150	139*	£1,999.00
S	2.0 TDI SCR BMT 4MOTION	DSG	150	147*	£2,749.00
SE	2.0 TDI SCR BMT 2WD	Manual	150	125*	£1,999.00

Ssangyong enters the motability market with three models, The choice is now wider than ever before.

SsangYong Korando SUV, Rexton W 4x4 and Turismo MPV are now available to those receiving the Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance, the Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment, the War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement or the Armed Forces Independence Payment.

Available through SsangYong dealers participating in the Motability scheme, it will allow disabled motorists to lease a new SsangYong using their government funded mobility allowance.

Paul Williams, CEO of SsangYong Motor UK said: “Motability is an excellent scheme that has helped thousands of people get mobile.  We are delighted that three of our cars - Korando, Rexton W and seven-seat Turismo are now available to disabled motorists.  

With prices starting from just £14,995 and backed by our five year limitless mileage warranty, we are optimistic many more people will soon be driving a Korean-built SsangYong.”

SsangYong cars available:

Korando - Designed in Italy by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Ital Design, the SsangYong Korando offers a highly contemporary look.  Comprehensively equipped, prices starting from just £14,995 and backed by a 5 year limitless mileage warranty, the Korando sets a new benchmark of affordability in the rapidly growing compact crossover segment.

Powered by a 2.0 litre Euro 5 diesel engine delivering excellent fuel economy and impressive 147g/km CO₂* emissions, the 149ps⁺ diesel engine makes Korando one of the most powerful in its class.  With the choice of two wheel drive or four wheel drive and a two tonne towing capacity, Korando offers the practicality of a 4x4/SUV and the accessibility of a family hatchback.

There are four models available, with the option of 6 speed manual, 6 speed automatic and a choice of trim levels.

Note: * SE  ⁺SE, SE4, ELX4 manual

Rexton W - The SsangYong Rexton W has an almost unrivalled position in the 4x4 sector, particularly with prices starting from £21,995.

SsangYong has a solid reputation for producing strong, comprehensively equipped and well-priced vehicles.  Noted for being an extremely competent off-roader, Rexton W uses a body on frame construction for maximum strength, with double wishbone and coil spring suspension to the front, and multi-link suspension at the rear.

The Rexton W is powered by SsangYong’s 2.0 litre turbo charged e-XDi200 diesel engine which delivers maximum power of 155ps/4,000rpm and maximum torque of 360Nm/1,500-3,000rpm, and designed to provide low end torque whatever the conditions on or off road.

There’s the choice of a 6-speed manual transmission or 5-speed Mercedes-Benz T-Tronic automatic.  With its 3 tonne towing capability, the new Rexton W makes light work of hauling a full-size caravan, double horsebox, boat or work trailer.

Turismo - With on the road prices from just £17,995, the seven seat SsangYong Turismo MPV is almost without competition. 

At over 5 metres long and with a 3 metre wheelbase, the car is larger than a standard sized MPV such as the Ford Galaxy, Renault Grand Scenic or SEAT Alhambra, yet is a car rather than a van-derived ‘people carrier’ like the Hyundai i800, Mercedes Viano or VW Caravelle.

The Turismo is powered by SsangYong’s own 2.0 litre turbo charged e-XDi200 diesel engine offering a level of performance and NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) control that has already been tested, proven and praised in the marketplace.

Available as the S manual and the ES with a choice of manual or automatic transmission, the top specification Turismo EX features all-wheel drive and automatic transmission.  

With a huge interior space and flexible passenger and load carrying capability, the car can carry seven adults and 875 litres of luggage, through to two adults and a massive 3,146 litres of load space.

The Motability scheme has helped more than three million people into a new vehicle, with benefits including insurance, servicing, maintenance and full breakdown assistance.  

Motability is the largest fleet in Europe, currently operating over 640,000 vehicles.

Regardless of which car is chosen, all Motability Scheme customers enjoy the same worry-free package including insurance, breakdown cover, servicing, tyres and windscreen replacement.