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 is offered.
New for 2016
Tiguan trim levels now have more features. The base S model gains keyless access with push-button start, simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, automatic headlights and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The SE trim level adds 18-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights and a panoramic moonroof. SEL versions now have 19-inch alloy wheels, leather upholstery, a memory function for the driver’s seat and power-folding side mirrors.
A newly available multimedia system supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring on the Tiguan’s dashboard screen.
Significant Standard Features
- 200-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
- Heated side mirrors
- Keyless access with push-button start
- Heated front seats
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Flat-folding front-passenger seat
- 60/40-split folding backseat with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustments
- Backup camera
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- Fender premium stereo
- Navigation system
- Panoramic moonroof
- Leather upholstery
