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2025 Volkswagen Tiguan
A source-linked guide to the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trim range, powertrain choices, drivetrain, seating and capability. Every 2025 Tiguan uses the same 201-horsepower 2.0L turbo engine; 4Motion AWD is optional on S, SE and SE R-Line but standard on the top SEL R-Line. Key figures on record: Powertrain 2.0L turbo four-cylinder, Output 201 hp, Drivetrain FWD / AWD, Seating 5. Only the SEL R-Line makes AWD standard; the other three trims do not.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.0L turbo four-cylinder
Output201 hp
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Seating5
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Record summary
What to know first
Every 2025 Tiguan uses the same 201-horsepower 2.0L turbo engine; 4Motion AWD is optional on S, SE and SE R-Line but standard on the top SEL R-Line.
Model-year note
Only the SEL R-Line makes AWD standard; the other three trims do not.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| S | Entry trim | 2.0L turbo engine standard, 201 hp, IQ.DRIVE Level 2 driver assistance standard, AWD available |
| SE | Trim 2 of 4 | Power-adjustable seating and power liftgate standard, Ambient lighting standard, Wireless charging standard |
| SE R-Line | Trim 3 of 4 | R-Line exterior styling standard, SE-level comfort equipment carries over, AWD available |
| SEL R-Line | Top trim | Standard 4Motion all-wheel drive, Quilted leather seating with massaging front seats standard, 15-inch touchscreen and Harman Kardon 12-speaker audio standard |
01
Entry trim
S
- 2.0L turbo engine standard, 201 hp
- IQ.DRIVE Level 2 driver assistance standard
- AWD available
02
03Trim 2 of 4
SE
- Power-adjustable seating and power liftgate standard
- Ambient lighting standard
- Wireless charging standard
Trim 3 of 4
SE R-Line
- R-Line exterior styling standard
- SE-level comfort equipment carries over
- AWD available
04
Top trim
SEL R-Line
- Standard 4Motion all-wheel drive
- Quilted leather seating with massaging front seats standard
- 15-inch touchscreen and Harman Kardon 12-speaker audio standard
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan: 7 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | FWD | 201 | 207 | 26 / 34 / 29 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| S 4MOTION | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | AWD | 201 | 221 | 22 / 30 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | FWD | 201 | 207 | 25 / 32 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE 4MOTION | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | AWD | 201 | 221 | 22 / 30 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE R-Line Black | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | FWD | 201 | 207 | 25 / 32 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SE R-Line Black 4MOTION | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | AWD | 201 | 221 | 22 / 30 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| SEL R-Line 4MOTION | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | AWD | 201 | 221 | 22 / 30 / 25 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 3,563 lb | 184.4 in | 66.1 in | 109.9 in | 6.6 in | 38.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | 1,500 lb | P215/65HR17 |
| S 4MOTION | 3,801 lb | 184.4 in | 66.5 in | 109.9 in | 7 in | 38.1 ft | 15.6 gal | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | 1,800 lb | P215/65HR17 |
| SE | 3,607 lb | 184.4 in | 66.1 in | 109.9 in | 6.6 in | 38.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | 1,500 lb | P255/40HR19 |
| SE 4MOTION | 3,801 lb | 184.4 in | 66.5 in | 109.9 in | 7 in | 38.1 ft | 15.6 gal | 39.5 in | 40.2 in | 1,800 lb | P255/40HR19 |
| SE R-Line Black | 3,607 lb | 184.4 in | 66.1 in | 109.9 in | 6.6 in | 38.1 ft | 14.5 gal | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | 1,500 lb | P255/40HR20 |
| SE R-Line Black 4MOTION | 3,801 lb | 184.4 in | 66.5 in | 109.9 in | 7 in | 38.1 ft | 15.6 gal | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | 1,800 lb | P255/40HR20 |
| SEL R-Line 4MOTION | 3,801 lb | 184.4 in | 66.5 in | 109.9 in | 7 in | 38.1 ft | 15.6 gal | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | 1,800 lb | P255/40HR20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | S | S 4MOTION | SE | SE 4MOTION | SE R-Line Black | SE R-Line Black 4MOTION | SEL R-Line 4MOTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||
| Adaptive headlights | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Anti-theft alarm | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | – | Std | – | Std | – | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| IPod interface | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | – | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
3 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49047Tiguan | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 | N/A |
| 49060Tiguan 4motion | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | N/A |
| 49048Tiguan S | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 | N/A |
Direct answers
15 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Tiguan come in?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan (compact SUV) comes in 4 trims: S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL R-Line.
Source: Volkswagen
Q02What are the 2025 Tiguan trims?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trims are S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL R-Line, listed from the entry S up to the top SEL R-Line.
Source: Volkswagen
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Tiguan use?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder, rated at 201 horsepower across its compact SUV body style.
Source: Volkswagen specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Tiguan?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan is offered with FWD / AWD.
Source: Volkswagen specifications
Q05What changed for the 2025 Tiguan?
Only the SEL R-Line makes AWD standard; the other three trims do not.
Source: Volkswagen model-year information
Q06How many recall campaigns does NHTSA list for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation records 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan, covering steering, airbags.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall campaigns
Q07Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan is documented with IQ.DRIVE Level 2 driver assistance standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q08How did the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 16.9% to 17.9% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q09What are the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trim levels?
The lineup is S, SE, SE R-Line Black and SEL R-Line.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q10Is all-wheel drive standard on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan?
It's optional on S and SE trims but comes standard on the top SEL R-Line trim.
Source: Volkswagen press release
Q11What does the 2025 Tiguan SE R-Line Black add?
SE R-Line Black adds 20-inch R-Line black alloy wheels, R-Line bumpers and badges, an R-Line perforated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof and a head-up display.
Source: Volkswagen press release
Q12Does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have a bigger touchscreen than before?
Yes, the redesigned third-generation Tiguan comes standard with a 12.9-inch display, with an available 15-inch display on higher trims.
Source: Volkswagen press release
Q13What size wheels does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the S and S 4MOTION, 19 inches on the SE and SE 4MOTION and 20 inches on the SE R-Line Black, SE R-Line Black 4MOTION and SEL R-Line 4MOTION. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q14How do the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trims differ from one another?
All 7 trims share the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) making 201 hp. The S 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the S. The SE has FWD instead of AWD and an anti-theft alarm, a power driver's seat, a power liftgate or trunk and 4 more as standard equipment over the S 4MOTION. The SE 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the SE. The SE R-Line Black has FWD instead of AWD and front and rear parking sensors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a panoramic moonroof as standard equipment over the SE 4MOTION. The SE R-Line Black 4MOTION has AWD instead of FWD and hill-descent control as standard equipment over the SE R-Line Black.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q15What does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan cost across its trims?
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan run from $30,920 for the S to $41,180 for the SEL R-Line 4MOTION, across 7 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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