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2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 4 EPA certification records across 4 model/option labels (Tiguan, Tiguan 4motion, +2 more), spanning All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Regular fuel type across 1 engine (2L 4-cyl SIDI). EPA classifies it under Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vehicle classes, built on Conventional powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 25–29 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,150–$2,500/yr. The site covers 7 model years of the Volkswagen Tiguan, 2015 through 2027, and this is the 2026. Every figure on this page belongs to the 2026 model year alone.
Configurations4
Model/option labels4
Combined efficiency25–29 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers10
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 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 Turbo 4MOTION | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode | AWD | 268 | 258 | 22 / 29 / 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 | Payload | 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 | 959 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 | 1,014 lb | P215/65HR17 |
| SE | 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 | 959 lb | P235/50HR19 |
| 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 | 1,014 lb | P235/50HR19 |
| SE R-Line Black | 4,032 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 | 959 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 | 1,014 lb | P255/40HR20 |
| SEL R-Line Turbo 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 | 1,003 lb | P255/40HR20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 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 Turbo 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 | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std | 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 | 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 | 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 | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
4 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49468Tiguan | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 32 | 28 | N/A |
| 49544Tiguan 4motion | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | N/A |
| 49469Tiguan S | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 | N/A |
| 49545Tiguan SEL 4Motion | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
10 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan versus the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Model year
Against the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan: Model/option labels added: Tiguan SEL 4Motion. Certification records went from 3 to 4.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02What size wheels does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
Wheels and tires
The 2026 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 Turbo 4MOTION. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03How do the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan trims differ from one another?
Trims
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 remote engine start 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 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
Q04What is the destination charge on the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Pricing
The destination charge on the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan is $1,475. MotorTrend lists it, and MotorTrend's MSRP plus this charge matches Kelley Blue Book's national price, which includes destination (FWD S: MotorTrend MSRP $30,805 plus this charge equals Kelley Blue Book's $32,280; the same on 3 trims). Source: MotorTrend and Kelley Blue Book, read 2026-09-25.
Q05What kind of brakes does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q06What suspension does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend describes the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan's suspension this way. Front: a MacPherson-type strut design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q07How did the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan do in IIHS crash tests?
Safety
IIHS rated the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan: Good in the small overlap front test, Poor in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2025-26 models, based on a test of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Basis 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor. Source: IIHS vehicle ratings, read 2026-09-24.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q08What warranty does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T S FWD come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T S FWD with basic coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 84 months or 100,000 miles and roadside assistance of 36 months or 36,000 miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q09How quickly does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications
0-60Specs.com lists tested 0 to 60 mph times of 6.7 seconds for the SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION (Car and Driver), 7.0 seconds for the SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION (Motor Trend) and 8.1 seconds for the SE R-Line 4MOTION (Motor Trend) for the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Q10What does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan run from $32,280 for the S to $44,560 for the SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION, across 7 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
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