Marketed trim
2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line is trim 3 of 4 in a lineup of 4 trims. Its documented equipment centers on R-Line exterior styling standard, SE-level comfort equipment carries over, AWD available. The 2025 Tiguan lineup is listed with 2.0L turbo four-cylinder across its 4 trims. The 2025 Tiguan SE R-Line is a Compact SUV, the same body style as the other 3 Tiguan trims. The Tiguan lineup is listed with one output figure, 201 hp, across all of its trims, including the SE R-Line. Only the SEL R-Line makes AWD standard; the other three trims do not. Yes. Volkswagen lists R-Line exterior styling standard as standard equipment on the SE R-Line.
Documented equipment
What sets this trim apart.
| # | Equipment item |
|---|---|
| 01 | R-Line exterior styling standard |
| 02 | SE-level comfort equipment carries over |
| 03 | AWD available |
Cost to own
What five years with the SE R-Line costs.
Kelley Blue Book sells the SE R-Line in 2 body styles and puts the five-year cost to own for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line at $54,692 to $57,166, depending on the body style.
| Five-year cost | This trim | Across the 2025 Tiguan trims KBB lists |
|---|---|---|
| Five-year cost to own | $54,692 to $57,166 | $49,832 to $59,393 |
| Depreciation | $22,942 to $23,837 | $19,561 to $25,581 |
| Fuel | $10,102 to $11,208 | $9,632 to $11,208 |
| Insurance | $9,890 to $10,090 | $9,890 to $10,090 |
| Financing | $4,236 to $4,402 | $3,553 to $4,725 |
| State fees | $2,478 to $2,558 | $2,152 to $2,712 |
| Maintenance | $3,768 | $3,768 to $3,774 |
| Repairs | $1,276 to $1,303 | $1,276 to $1,303 |
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the SE R-Line
12V Power OutletAlarm SystemBluetooth Streaming AudioBluetooth Wireless TechnologyCD PlayerFolding Rear SeatHands Free PhoneHeated SeatsInterior Ambient LightingInternet AccessLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelMP3 PlayerPower Driver's SeatPower OutletPower WindowsPush-Button Engine StartRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartSatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelTouch Screen MonitorUSB PortVoice Recognition SystemiPod Interface
Trim-specific answer desk
32 answers for the SE R-Line.
T01What is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The SE R-Line is one of the 4 trims on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan, level 3 counting up from the entry trim.
T02What comes standard on the Tiguan SE R-Line?
The Volkswagen materials for the SE R-Line list R-Line exterior styling standard, AWD available.
T03Where does the SE R-Line sit in the Tiguan lineup?
The 2025 Tiguan SE R-Line is trim 3 of 4, between the SE and the SEL R-Line.
T04What engine does the Tiguan SE R-Line use?
The 2025 Tiguan lineup is listed with 2.0L turbo four-cylinder across its 4 trims.
T05What body style is the Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Tiguan SE R-Line is a Compact SUV, the same body style as the other 3 Tiguan trims.
T06Is the Tiguan SE R-Line available with every engine offered on the model?
The Tiguan lineup is listed with one output figure, 201 hp, across all of its trims, including the SE R-Line.
T07What changed for the Tiguan SE R-Line this model year?
Only the SEL R-Line makes AWD standard; the other three trims do not.
T08Does the Tiguan SE R-Line come with R-Line exterior styling standard?
Yes. Volkswagen lists R-Line exterior styling standard as standard equipment on the SE R-Line.
T09Does the Tiguan SE R-Line come with AWD available?
Yes. Volkswagen lists AWD available as standard equipment on the SE R-Line.
T10How long is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's overall length is 184.4 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T11What is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's wheelbase?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's wheelbase is 109.9 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T12What is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's turning circle?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's turning circle is 38.1 feet. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T13How much horsepower does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line make?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's horsepower is 201 hp. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T14How much front headroom does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line have?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's front headroom is 38.2 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T15How much front legroom does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line have?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's front legroom is 40.2 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T16What size wheels does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line have?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line's wheel diameter is 20 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T17What size tires does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line come with?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line is fitted with P255/40HR20 tires. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T18How many people does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line seat?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line seats 5. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T19What safety features come standard on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line comes with adaptive headlights, an anti-theft alarm, blind-spot alert, child door locks, child-seat anchors, forward collision warning, front and rear parking sensors, hill-start assist, pedestrian detection with automatic braking, a rearview camera, electronic stability control and traction control as standard safety equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T20What technology features come standard on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line comes with Bluetooth audio streaming, Bluetooth, hands-free calling, an iPod interface, built-in internet access, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, steering-wheel audio controls, a touchscreen and voice recognition as standard technology equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T21What comfort features come standard on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line comes with cup holders, a folding rear seat, heated front seats, heated mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a panoramic moonroof, a power driver's seat, a tilt steering wheel and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel as standard comfort equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T22What exterior and convenience features come standard on the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line comes with alloy wheels, a power liftgate or trunk, a 12-volt power outlet, power windows, privacy glass, push-button start, rain-sensing wipers, a rear-window defroster, remote engine start and roof rails as standard exterior and convenience equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T23What engine is in the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line is certified with a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (SIDI). (EPA certification data, read 2026-08-06.)
T24What transmission does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line use?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line certifies with 8-speed automatic transmission.
T25What drivetrain does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line have?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line is certified in 2 drivetrain configurations: front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive.
T26What gas mileage does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line get?
EPA combined ratings for the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line run from 25 mpg (all-wheel drive) to 29 mpg (front-wheel drive).
T27What kind of gas does the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line take?
The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line is certified on regular.
T28How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line each year?
The EPA estimates $2,200 a year to fuel the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line, at 15,000 miles a year on its certified rating.
T29What size class is the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
The EPA classifies the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line as a small sport utility vehicle 2wd.
T30Which 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trims come with R-Line exterior styling standard?
All 1 Tiguan trims list R-Line exterior styling standard: SE R-Line.
T31Which 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan trims come with AWD available?
All 1 Tiguan trims list AWD available: SE R-Line.
T32What equipment is exclusive to the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line?
Of the equipment documented for the SE R-Line, R-Line exterior styling standard, AWD available appear on no other 2025 Tiguan trim.
This trim in figures
The 2025 Tiguan SE R-Line: specifications and equipment.
The closest Kelley Blue Book row to the SE R-Line is the SE R-Line Black, and the figures below are that row's.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line at a $36,880 base price, with 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) making 201 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque, automatic, 8-spd w/tiptronic & sport mode transmission with FWD drive.
It is 184.4 in long, 109.9 in wheelbase, 3,607 lb curb weight, and seats 5.
Capability figures listed for it: a 1,500 lb tow rating.
EPA ratings for this row: 28 mpg combined, 25 city, 32 highway.
It rides on P255/40HR20 tires and carries a 4-year, 50,000-mile basic warranty.
Compared with the SE 4MOTION, the SE R-Line adds front rear parking sensors, leather wrapped steering wheel, panorama moon roof as standard equipment.
Equipment the SE 4MOTION lists as standard that the SE R-Line does not: hill descent control.
Model-year lineup
Every 2025 Tiguan row Kelley Blue Book lists.
Kelley Blue Book lists 7 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan rows, priced from $30,920 to $41,180, with 201 to 201 horsepower, and 25 to 29 combined mpg.
| Trim | Base price | Engine | Horsepower | Drive | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | $30,920 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | FWD | 29 |
| S 4MOTION | $32,420 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | AWD | 25 |
| SE | $33,720 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | FWD | 28 |
| SE 4MOTION | $35,220 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | AWD | 25 |
| SE R-Line Black | $36,880 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | FWD | 28 |
| SE R-Line Black 4MOTION | $38,380 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | AWD | 25 |
| SEL R-Line 4MOTION | $41,180 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 201 | AWD | 25 |
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Volkswagen Tiguan are on the Volkswagen Tiguan model page.
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