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Available trims

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  • 2WD 4dr Man S
    Starts at
    $23,305
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Auto S
    Starts at
    $25,330
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MOTION 4dr Auto S
    Starts at
    $27,285
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Auto SE
    Starts at
    $27,340
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MOTION 4dr Auto SE
    Starts at
    $29,295
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Auto SE w/Appearance
    Starts at
    $29,965
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MOTION 4dr Auto SE w/Appearance
    Starts at
    $31,920
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Auto SEL
    Starts at
    $32,995
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MOTION 4dr Auto SEL
    Starts at
    $34,950
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Auto R-Line
    Starts at
    $36,880
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4MOTION 4dr Auto R-Line
    Starts at
    $38,835
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New R-Line trim
Seats up to five
Front- or all-wheel drive
Six-speed manual or automatic

The good & the bad

The good

Acceleration
Interior quality
Adjustable backseat legroom
Sporty handling

The bad

Ride too firm for some
Wide turning circle
Modest cargo volume
Prefers premium gas

Expert 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com editors
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The five-seat Tiguan is Volkswagen’s answer to the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 compact SUVs. It’s powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. A performance-oriented R-Line version of the Tiguan debuts for 2014. (Skip to details on the: Tiguan R-Line)
New for 2014
SE trim level adds heated seats, simulated leather upholstery and iPod connectivity while the new SE with Appearance version gets keyless access with push-button start and a backup camera. SEL models gain Fender premium audio system.

Volkswagen’s Car-Net communication system is also available for the Tiguan. It includes services like roadside assistance, crash notification and stolen vehicle location assistance as well as boundary and speed alerts, a vehicle health report and an enhanced point-of-interest service for vehicles with navigation. All Car-Net features can also be administered by a smartphone app.
Exterior Highlights

  • Standard 16-inch steel wheels; 16-, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels available
  • Standard rear spoiler
  • Available fog lights
  • Available panoramic sunroof
  • Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights

Interior Highlights

  • Brushed-metal-style trim around the gear selector and air vents
  • Cloth, simulated leather or real leather upholstery
  • 60/40-split backseat with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustments
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Flat-folding front-passenger seat
  • Available heated front seats 
  • Available iPod connectivity
  • Available push-button start
  • Available navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 200-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
  • Premium gas recommended and engine can now run on E15 fuel
  • Front- or 4Motion all-wheel drive
  • Four-wheel independent suspension
  • 2,200-pound towing capacity

Safety Features

  • Six airbags, including side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows
  • Electronic stability system and traction control
  • All-disc antilock brakes

Tiguan R-Line
The Tiguan R-Line adopts unique performance and appearance features that help set it apart from other versions of the compact SUV.

  • Sport suspension
  • 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
  • R-Line roof spoiler
  • Side skirts
  • R-Line badges
  • R-Line scuff plates
  • Leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel with shift paddles
  • Stainless-steel pedals

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2014 Volkswagen Tiguan review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The five-seat Tiguan is Volkswagen’s answer to the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 compact SUVs. It’s powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. A performance-oriented R-Line version of the Tiguan debuts for 2014. (Skip to details on the: Tiguan R-Line)
New for 2014
SE trim level adds heated seats, simulated leather upholstery and iPod connectivity while the new SE with Appearance version gets keyless access with push-button start and a backup camera. SEL models gain Fender premium audio system.

Volkswagen’s Car-Net communication system is also available for the Tiguan. It includes services like roadside assistance, crash notification and stolen vehicle location assistance as well as boundary and speed alerts, a vehicle health report and an enhanced point-of-interest service for vehicles with navigation. All Car-Net features can also be administered by a smartphone app.
Exterior Highlights

  • Standard 16-inch steel wheels; 16-, 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels available
  • Standard rear spoiler
  • Available fog lights
  • Available panoramic sunroof
  • Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights

Interior Highlights

  • Brushed-metal-style trim around the gear selector and air vents
  • Cloth, simulated leather or real leather upholstery
  • 60/40-split backseat with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustments
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Flat-folding front-passenger seat
  • Available heated front seats 
  • Available iPod connectivity
  • Available push-button start
  • Available navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 200-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
  • Premium gas recommended and engine can now run on E15 fuel
  • Front- or 4Motion all-wheel drive
  • Four-wheel independent suspension
  • 2,200-pound towing capacity

Safety Features

  • Six airbags, including side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows
  • Electronic stability system and traction control
  • All-disc antilock brakes

Tiguan R-Line
The Tiguan R-Line adopts unique performance and appearance features that help set it apart from other versions of the compact SUV.

  • Sport suspension
  • 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
  • R-Line roof spoiler
  • Side skirts
  • R-Line badges
  • R-Line scuff plates
  • Leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel with shift paddles
  • Stainless-steel pedals

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Safety review

Based on the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
3/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.5 / 5
Based on 58 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.6
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • My wife and I were going shopping for a new SUV at a

    My wife and I were going shopping for a new SUV at a Subaru dealership but weren't sure about the CVT on the Forester when we ran across a used 2014 Tiguan with only 1,700 miles on it. We both liked the functional but restrained look of the interior of the Tiguan with its smaller, well-integrated screen rather than the fussy look of dashboards in other cars. This Tiguan was the SEL with every option other than 4 motion. With nearly 80,000 miles on it, I am still pleased on how it handles in Los Angeles freeway traffic. It has enough power to smoothly merge onto freeways and it has very tight and true tracking despite freeway bumps and potholes. Reliability has been very good. This model year solved the chain tensioner issue plaguing earlier years and this was also one of the last model years to be built in Germany so its fit and finish has held up very well.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Had it for 7 years now.

    Handles great and has been super reliable. It corners like a car but is durable like a truck. I have a nice truck but often would rather drive my Tiguan. I certainly would buy another one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Very Professional and knowledgeable

    I called the dealership and was transferred to Ron Askew, he was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, efficient, and professional. I would definitely refer customers to Mr. Askew.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Very reliable and fun to drive.

    Very solid vehicle. Handles all weather conditions and always felt safe driving it. Lots of pep and has a large capacity to haul stuff. I would buy another one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Really disappointed

    All sorts of electrical issues. But also just learned I will soon need new struts, coil springs and sway bars - on a 2014 Tiguan with UNDER 46k miles! I didn't have to replace those big-ticket items on my 2006 Honda CRV until it was 12 years old and had nearly 200k miles. No way I should be facing this expensive a repair on a car with so few miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • Fun, practical and reliable.

    Great small family SUV. Trunk is a bit too small but otherwise perfect commuter and kid friendly vehicle. Engine is very reliable and low maintenance. Capable on snow and mud.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Love the interior of this car and how it drives

    Love the interior. Leather touches on the inside and chrome touches on the exterior. Handles gear for a SUV. I owed one before and glad I bought another one.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Reliable car I call him baby tg for tiguan

    Just perfect for all my drivings,especially long road trips..interior to exterior its perfect..sound is awesome love the panoramic roof I just love my baby TG that's his name..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • VW Afficianado - I've owned 5 VWs

    We owned a 2007 Passat Sportswagen with the 2.0 turbo, which we purchased used and absolutely loved. We traded that in on a 2012 Jetta TDI, which would get 45 mpg, but we returned it during the dieselgate scandal. We still own a 2012 Golf, which I gave to my daughter who turned 16 this year, which is when I bought my 2014 Tiguan. I also purchased a 2008 EOS, manual transmission a few months later, but it needs a lot of TLC. However, lets talk about the Tiguan. I originally was looking for another used VW station wagon, but couldn't one at the right price and location. I was also looking at a 2010 Toureg, which sold 20 minutes before I got to the dealership to look at it. So, the 2014 Tiguan was a 3rd choice and also at a VW dealership close by, where I have my other VWs serviced. I've been able to stuff a lot of things in the back of my Tiguan. After folding down the rear seats, you can put 20 bags of mulch in the back. By folding down the front passenger seat, flat, I've also been able to bring home a palm tree. So, it's far exceeded my expectations for cargo carrying capacity. The Good: Great acceleration as you would expect from a turbo. Very comfortable and stylish interior. Bluetooth connectivity for playing from my phone's playlist on long trips. It's a good looking vehicle. The Bad: It does not get 26 mpg unless you are doing 60 mph - realistically expect 24 mpg when doing 70+ on the highway. Limited towing capacity @ 2200 due to the limited torque (207 foot/lb) You're only going to fit 4 adults in the car - realistically Now, for comparison, my 2012 Golf (now the teenager's car) gets 32 mpg consistently with the ancient 2.5 five cylinder engine. It's now pushing 120K on the odometer. My 2008 EOS, which I purchases a few months after the Tiguan, has the same 2.0 Turbo and gets 30+ mpg with the manual 6 speed trans. Similarly, our old 2007 Passat with the 2.0 turbo would get 30 mpg on the highway for a mid-size wagon. So, for the Tiguan it has to be the gearing in either the transmission or the differential. Overall I am fairly happy with this vehicle after owning it for almost 10 months.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Fun, versatile small SUV

    My Tiguan has been a tremendous vehicle for me and my family- fun to drive, comfortable, good in snow and able to haul kids or stuff or for commuting. Small and agile enough to be great in the city at rush hour, but also comfortable for long trips.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Stylish & Sporty SUV

    This car is perfect for me! I recently upgraded from a 2003 Toyota Corolla, so this new car has everything and more that I could have asked for. There is plenty of legroom, the seats are comfortable, the system interface is helpful, and the interior/exterior is beautiful. Great quality and has all the "bells & whistles" for a new college grad.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Fun and practical car that looks great

    I just bought this car a week ago. It is an R line which has the best features, and I am very pleased with the amenities. It drives very smooth and the turbo is great. It also has a panoramic sunroof which I love. I also appreciate that it opens much larger than other cars I test drove with similar panoramic windows. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone looking for a fun car that is also practical.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan is available in 4 trim levels:

  • R-Line (2 styles)
  • S (3 styles)
  • SE (4 styles)
  • SEL (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan?

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Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan owners.

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. 93.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 58 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.6

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