Volkswagen Tiguan II

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The Volkswagen Tiguan II (2018–2024): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: AD, BW · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,490–4,710 mm RDW	4,720 mm TC	4,764 mm
Width	1,840–1,860 mm RDW	1,830 mm TC	–
Height	1,630–1,660 mm RDW	1,690 mm TC	1,628–1,673 mm
Wheelbase	2,680–2,790 mm RDW	2,790 mm TC	2,681–2,791 mm
Front track	1,575–1,589 mm ASTRA	1,590 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,564–1,579 mm ASTRA	1,570 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,390–1,719 kg RDW	1,713–1,749 kg TC	–
Mass in running order	1,490–1,819 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,980–2,360 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,600–2,500 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	740–750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5–7 RDW	–	–
Doors	5 RDW	–	–
Performance
Top speed	190–213 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	250–500 Nm ASTRA	–	–
Electric
Battery capacity (usable)	–	–	13.0 kWh

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/65R17, 235/55R18, 235/50R19, 235/45R20

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2018–2021: ★★★★★ · 2023–2024: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
3 years	92.6% (92.4–92.8)	92.2%	76,911
4–5 years	92.4% (92.3–92.5)	91.0%	143,681
6–8 years	91.0% (90.7–91.4)	86.4%	27,802

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	24.9%	23.6%
Brakes	19.2%	14.7%
Suspension	6.6%	4.9%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	4.1%	6.1%
Lights and electrics	1.8%	5.0%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,174 complaints for model years 2018–2024. 25 crashes · 9 fires · 32 injuries

Engine 362
Electrical system 257
Driver assistance 159
Transmission and drivetrain 137
Fuel system 100
Brakes 56

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 5 versions of the Volkswagen Tiguan II

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2018–2024SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA	222–241 g/km
2018–2024SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24–27 MPG (8.7–9.8 L/100 km) EPA	206–229 g/km
2018SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	243 g/km
2018SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	253 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2018–2024Sport utility vehicle: Small	2.0 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	9.4–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	219–241 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.