This is Volkswagen's answer to the Land Rover Freelander. Caught testing in Finland prior to next year's launch, the German firm's entry into the compact SUV market is expected to be called the Tiguan.
Although it is cloaked in a light disguise - including a rather comical front badge on the grille - the images reveal how the styling is influenced by its Touareg big brother.
However, a rakish stance gives the new SUV a sportier look. And behind the disguise lies a much bolder face, derived from the Concept-A show car seen at the Geneva expo in March. It features an H-shaped chrome grille, distinctive lights and deep air intakes.
Under the skin is a platform derived from the current Golf, with toughened suspension, a raised height and a four-wheel-drive system that's a development of the 4MOTION set-up.
Inside, there's a high-level console that incorporates an LCD screen to control the sat-nav and stereo. As with rivals such as Toyota's RAV4 and the Honda CR-V, the Tiguan seats five. Power will be taken from a choice of engines, including FSI and TSI petrols, plus TDI diesel units.
While there is no official comment yet, we can expect prices here in the region of €35,000.
