2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
Used

Review and specifications

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tiguan has been redesigned for 2025, with an all-new exterior and a longer wheelbase. The small optional third-row seat has been dropped. The only engine available is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that now makes 201 horsepower, up from 184. Unlike many other compact SUVs, there's no hybrid version of the Tiguan. Most interior controls have been replaced by a central touchscreen, including touch-sensitive sliders for temperature. The steering wheel controls are still physical buttons, and there's a multifunction knob in the center console for volume and drive modes. Options include multicolored interior accent lighting, a head-up display, massaging front seats, heated rear seats, and real wood and leather trim. Every Tiguan comes standard with a full complement of active safety features, VW’s IQ.Drive active driving assistance system, and Emergency Assist, which slows a vehicle to a stop and turns on the hazard lights if the driver becomes unresponsive. A more powerful 268-hp, 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder is offered on the 2026 Tiguan.

Market value
$25,800
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
Model year 2025
Owner rating 3/5
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 8-speed
Category
Compact SUVs
Generation began
2025

Pricing

Current retail median
$25,800
Retail value range
$21,975 - $30,900
Original MSRP range
$30,245 - $40,505
Trade-in range
$20,795 - $30,435

Ratings

Road test score
82/100
Owner satisfaction
3/5
Would buy again
60%

Fuel economy

EPA city
22 MPG
EPA highway
30 MPG
EPA combined
25 MPG
Tested city
15 MPG
Tested highway
38 MPG
Tested overall
24 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,600
Cruising range
380 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.5 sec
0-60 mph
8.9 sec
60-0 mph braking
130 ft
Avoidance speed
53.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
186 in
Width
72 in
Height
66 in
Wheelbase
110 in
Weight
3,895 lb
Maximum load
1,015 lb
Towing capacity
1,800 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
4.5 in
Front leg room
42.5 in
Rear head room
2 in
Rear leg room
34 in
Cargo volume
29.5 cu ft
Luggage
4+0+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
4/5
Driving
3/5
Styling
5/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
6/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Volkswagen

Most Volkswagens are well-built, agile, fun-to-drive cars that feel slightly more premium than their competitors. Its lineup is focused on SUVs, most of which have spacious, comfortable interiors and unexpectedly responsive driving dynamics. Its Golf hatchback, especially in performance trims, is a rare balance of practicality and driving thrills. Most models, including its EVs, have excellent fit and finish. Brand-wide downsides include unintuitive controls and infotainment systems, and below-average reliability for new cars. Reliability for used VWs is average.

Vehicle ID: 31909 First published: December 5, 2024 Updated: December 4, 2025

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