Volkswagen Tiguan

2025–2026 model years · Generation introduced 2025

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2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
2026 model shown · Source: Consumer Reports
Available years
2025–2026
Yearly records
2
Reported market values
$24,550–$27,700

The overview

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 Most interior controls have been replaced by a central touchscreen, including touch-sensitive sliders for temperature.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.

Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.

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Volkswagen Tiguanmodel year comparison
Model year Market value Reliability Owner rating EPA combined
2026 ↗ SE 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (201 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed $27,700 3/5 Not rated 25 MPG
2025 ↗ SE 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (201 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed $24,550 Not rated 3/5 25 MPG

Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.

Year by year

2026 model

SE 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (201 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · New

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2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
2026 source image
Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 3/5
Data updated September 11, 2026

Specifications

Overview

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

Pricing

Current retail median
$27,700
Retail value range
$23,675 - $34,575
Original MSRP range
$30,805 - $43,085
Trade-in range
$22,710 - $34,340

Ratings

Road test score
81/100
Reliability
3/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

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
$1,970
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
67 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

Environmental impact

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

Vehicle ID: 39271 First published: December 4, 2025 Updated: September 11, 2026

Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.

2025 model

SE 4-door SUV AWD 2.0-liter 4 (201 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 8-speed · Conventional · Used

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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
2025 source image
Model year 2025
Owner rating 3/5
Reliability Not rated
Data updated September 11, 2026

Specifications

Overview

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

Pricing

Current retail median
$24,550
Retail value range
$21,000 - $30,100
Original MSRP range
$30,245 - $40,505
Trade-in range
$19,645 - $29,560

Ratings

Road test score
81/100
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
$1,970
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

Vehicle ID: 31909 First published: December 5, 2024 Updated: September 11, 2026

Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.

Behind the data

Latest source update: September 11, 2026

Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.

Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.