Volkswagen Tiguan III
The Volkswagen Tiguan III (since 2025): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: CT · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,540 mm RDW | 4,551–4,744 mm |
| Width | 1,840–1,860 mm RDW | 1,842–1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm RDW | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm RDW | 2,681–2,791 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,516–1,779 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,616–1,879 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,170–2,410 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,800–2,000 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 5 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 209–215 km/h RDW | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/55R18, 215/65R17, 235/50R19, 235/45R20
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2025–2026: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
82 complaints for model years 2025–2026. 1 crash · 1 fire
- Driver assistance 26
- Electrical system 24
- Engine 24
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 3 versions of the Volkswagen Tiguan III
United States 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2027SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 215–224 g/km |
| 2025–2027SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 190–199 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 8.5–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 199–218 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.