2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
2016

Volkswagen
Tiguan

Starting at N/A USD | 0

200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain

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Performance

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency

Safety

Safety

Connectivity

Connectivity

Comfort

Comfort

Interior Space

Interior Space

Exterior Design

Exterior Design

Performance

Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency

200 hp
Horsepower
207 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-Speed
Transmission
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan performance
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Efficient

Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy

Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency9.0 - 13.0 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity64.0 L

Interior

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality

5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,019 mm
Front Legroom
909 mm
Rear Legroom
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan interior CARGO
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Climate Control

Heated Front Seats

Convenience

Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks

Seating

Lumbar Support

Technology

Advanced connectivity and intelligent features

Bluetooth

Satellite Radio

AM/FM Stereo

Backup Camera

Safety

Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers

Airbags

Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags

Stability

Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist

Monitoring

Tire Pressure Monitor

Security

Security System
Child Safety Locks
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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan front safety FBDG
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Dimensions

Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style

Length

N/A

Width

5 ft11.2"
1.81m

Height

5 ft7.1"
1.7m

Wheelbase

8 ft6.5"
2.6m

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Colors

Express yourself.

Pure White
#FFFFFF
Panther Grey Metallic
#313244
Reflex Silver Metallic
#D8D8D8
Deep Black Pearl
#000000
Wild Cherry Metallic
#6D2227
Pepper Gray Metallic
#5D5C5A
Night Blue Metallic
#2B3043

Trim Levels

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2WD 4dr Man Trendline

2WD 4dr Man Trendline

$24,990
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/121
Horsepower200 hp
Torque207 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City13.0 L/100 km
Highway9.0 L/100 km
Combined9.0 - 13.0 L/100 km

Dimensions

LengthN/A
Width1,808 mm
Height1,704 mm
Wheelbase2,604 mm
Curb Weight1,539 kg
Ground Clearance175 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,019 mm
Rear Leg Room909 mm
Front Head Room993 mm
Rear Head Room991 mm
Cargo Volume674 L

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

2WD 4dr Auto Trendline

2WD 4dr Auto Trendline

$26,390
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/121
Horsepower200 hp
Torque207 ft-lb
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City11.7 L/100 km
Highway9.5 L/100 km
Combined9.5 - 11.7 L/100 km

Dimensions

LengthN/A
Width1,808 mm
Height1,704 mm
Wheelbase2,604 mm
Curb Weight1,544 kg
Ground Clearance175 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,019 mm
Rear Leg Room909 mm
Front Head Room993 mm
Rear Head Room991 mm
Cargo Volume674 L

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4MOTION 4dr Auto Special Edition

4MOTION 4dr Auto Special Edition

$30,198
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/121
Horsepower200 hp
Torque207 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City11.6 L/100 km
Highway9.3 L/100 km
Combined9.3 - 11.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

LengthN/A
Width1,808 mm
Height1,704 mm
Wheelbase2,604 mm
Curb Weight1,629 kg
Ground Clearance175 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,019 mm
Rear Leg Room909 mm
Front Head Room993 mm
Rear Head Room991 mm
Cargo Volume674 L

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4MOTION 4dr Auto Comfortline

4MOTION 4dr Auto Comfortline

$33,998
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/121
Horsepower200 hp
Torque207 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City11.6 L/100 km
Highway9.3 L/100 km
Combined9.3 - 11.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

LengthN/A
Width1,808 mm
Height1,704 mm
Wheelbase2,604 mm
Curb Weight1,629 kg
Ground Clearance175 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,019 mm
Rear Leg Room909 mm
Front Head Room993 mm
Rear Head Room991 mm
Cargo Volume674 L

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

4MOTION 4dr Auto Highline

4MOTION 4dr Auto Highline

$36,998
Starting MSRP

Engine & Performance

EngineIntercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.0 L/121
Horsepower200 hp
Torque207 ft-lb
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Transmission6-Speed

Fuel & Efficiency

Fuel TypeGasoline
Fuel Capacity64.0 L
City11.6 L/100 km
Highway9.3 L/100 km
Combined9.3 - 11.6 L/100 km

Dimensions

LengthN/A
Width1,808 mm
Height1,704 mm
Wheelbase2,604 mm
Curb Weight1,629 kg
Ground Clearance175 mm

Interior Space

Passenger Capacity5
Front Leg Room1,019 mm
Rear Leg Room909 mm
Front Head Room993 mm
Rear Head Room991 mm
Cargo Volume674 L

Safety Features

ABS Brakes
Stability Control
Traction Control
Driver Airbag
Side Airbags
Knee Airbag

Technology Features

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Keep Assist

Comfort Features

Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Cooled Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Massage

Convenience Features

Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Remote Start
Power Liftgate
Heated Mirrors
Power Driver Seat

Safety Reports

94 complaints reported to NHTSA

94
Total Reports
4
Crashes
3
Injuries
1
Fires

Most Common Issues

AIR BAGS
37
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
27
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
22
STEERING
12
ENGINE
9
STRUCTURE
6

Recent Reports

ODI #11697115
Nov 3, 2025
STEERINGENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGENGINE
The contact's friend owns a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a diagnostic test was performed. The diagnostic test showed that the vehicle and determined that the steering rack, wheel speed sensors, and engine cooling fans needed to be replaced. The contact's friend declined the repair, and the warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that coolant was leaking into the engine and discovered various engine leaks. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000. The VIN was invalid.
Incident: Sep 28, 2023VIN: WVGAV7AX1GW***
ODI #11695657
Oct 26, 2025
STEERING
I’ll be driving for 2-10 minutes and power steering cuts out. Wheel will jerk a little and alarm will sound with the alert light remaining red through remainder of drive. Sometimes it will not work at all while driving, but I’ve found the it usually works for the first few minutes until I speed up a little more.
Incident: Oct 18, 2025VIN: WVGAV7AX3GW***
ODI #11694522
Oct 20, 2025
STEERINGAIR BAGS
My car has never been in an accident. One day while turning into my driveway, I heard a large clicking sound. Since then, my airbag malfunction light is on and my car horn does not sound/work. All steering wheel controls are broken. This has been an issue for about 6 months. I've been waiting on a recall impacting my specific VIN/year/make/model, however I am being informed that I will need to pay out of pocket to have this major safety concern taken care of. I will be taking this car to the dealership this week in hopes to have a repair quote that I will have to save a significant amount of money over an extended period of time to complete.
Incident: Jan 21, 2025VIN: WVGAV7AX9GW***
ODI #11689263
Sep 23, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
As I was driving on the Long Island Expressway at 50mph, there was a sudden VERY loud explosion that sounded like a gun shot. I thought perhaps a tire had blown out but then I heard air rushing by. My sunroof had spontaneously exploded!
Incident: Sep 23, 2025VIN: WVGBV7AX0GW***
ODI #11674768
Jul 19, 2025
POWER TRAINUNKNOWN OR OTHERFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Subject: Known Carbon Buildup Issue in 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI – Request for Recall and Accountability To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my concern and request action regarding a well-documented and dangerous issue affecting Volkswagen TSI engines—specifically, severe carbon buildup. I am the current owner of a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI, which I purchased in April 2025 with approximately 84,000 miles on it. In June 2025, I had to have the intake manifold replaced due to carbon buildup—a repair that was still covered under warranty. However, shortly after, I was informed that the vehicle now requires a full engine decarb and replacement of all four fuel injectors, at a total cost of $3,296. This raises several serious concerns: •Carbon buildup this severe at such low mileage is not typical wear and tear. It indicates a design flaw in the TSI direct-injection engine. •My extended warranty provider refuses to cover the repair, citing that it is a maintenance issue—conveniently shifting the responsibility away from the manufacturer. •This type of engine failure can result in dangerous performance issues, including: •Sudden engine misfires •Loss of power while accelerating •Poor fuel economy •Stalling or hesitation while merging or turning •Catalytic converter damage •Potential long-term engine failure I am stunned that this is not considered a safety issue worthy of recall, especially given the number of reports online and in service centers regarding this exact problem. The symptoms of carbon buildup can easily result in on-road danger to the driver and others. What’s most disheartening is that Volkswagen has long been aware of this flaw, yet no recall or extended warranty has been offered for affected consumers. I previously owned a 2015 Passat and was a loyal VW owner—but now, as a single mother, I am expected to pay nearly $3,300 for a repair tied to poor engineering and design, not misuse or neglect.
Incident: Jul 19, 2025VIN: WVGAV7AX6GW***
ODI #11672402
Jul 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My hood latch has failed. It sometimes appears latched, but actually is not and other times it doesn’t even look like it’s latched at all. There is in fact, a hood latch recall for this year make and model of vehicle, however, my vehicle is not on the list recalled. I believe the current recall for this year making model is not inclusive of all affected VIN numbers!!!!
Incident: Jul 9, 2025VIN: WVGBV7AX3GW***
ODI #11664084
May 31, 2025
STEERING
During cold winter months in below freezing temperatures, a red warning light will turn on when the electronic steering fails and the electronic steering will randomly lock up while driving. Making it extremely difficult to steer and nearly impossible to use at a stop or slow speeds. When inspected, the entire steering rack with the steering electronic module needs replacing.
Incident: Jan 30, 2025VIN: WVGBV7AX6GW***
ODI #11647085
Mar 7, 2025
STEERINGELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electronic Power Steering fails and there is a loss of control with turning the wheel (left/right). This is a hazard especially on the road as it not only puts myself at risk but other drivers lives at risk. There is a red steering wheel that lights up on the dash which indicates loss of power steering. There have been multiple reports already of Electronic Power Steering Failure with Volkswagen vehicles. They have yet to issue a massive recall on anything which can turn potentially hazardous to peoples lives. The electronic power steering failure always seems to persist no matter if it’s too cold or too hot.
Incident: Dec 2, 2024VIN: ***

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.

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