Compare 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $24,890 | $33,495 | $30,665 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $23,895 | $31,430 | $28,672 |
| Destination | $865 | $940 | $995 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Climatic Manual | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Dual |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/metal-look | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center Sliding | Center Sliding | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | V-Tex Leatherette | Leather | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 8 | 7 | 6 |
| Amplifier | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | SmartVent Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | N/A | Driver |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Programmable | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (24 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 24 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 24 Months/25,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid And Roof Mount | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR18.0 BSW AS | P235/55HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | All Wheel | All Wheel |
| 4WD Shift | N/A | N/A | Electronic |
| Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | N/A | Standard |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.45 | 5.05 | 4.07 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 174.5 " | 179.4 " | 181.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 71.2 " | 71.6 " | 72.6 " |
| Exterior Height | 67.1 " | 65.1 " | 65.5 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 200 @ 5,100 Rpm | 185 @ 6,400 Rpm | 176 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 207 @ 1,700 Rpm | 181 @ 3,900 Rpm | 172 @ 4,100 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 21 Mpg | 25 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 26 Mpg | 31 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.3 Seconds | 8.9 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.3 Seconds | 16.8 Seconds | 15.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 84 Mph | 85 Mph | 85 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 59 Mph | 59 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.43/3.90 " | 3.54/3.86 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,404 Lbs. | 3,624 Lbs. | 3,630 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,806 Lbs. | N/A | 4,640 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,195 Lbs. | N/A | 900 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,200 Lbs. | 1,500 Lbs. | 1,500 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | N/A | 6,060 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 102.5 " | 103.1 " | 104.7 " |
| Front Track | 61.8 " | 62.2 " | 61.4 " |
| Rear Track | 61.9 " | 62.2 " | 61.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.5 '' | 18.5 '' | 18.4 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 6.7 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .37 | N/A | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 40.1 " | 41.3 " | 42.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.8 " | 38.3 " | 37.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.1 " | 38.0 " | 38.9 " |
| Rear Headroom | 39.0 " | 38.6 " | 38.9 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 54.5 " | 54.3 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 53.1 " | 48.9 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.2 " | 58.6 " | 57.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.0 " | 56.4 " | 55.4 " |
| Luggage Volume | 23.8 Cu.ft. | 37.2 Cu.ft. | 38.4 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 56.1 Cu.ft. | 70.9 Cu.ft. | 73.4 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 95 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 16.9 Gal. | 15.3 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Below Average | Average | Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.76 | $0.78 | $0.77 |
| Depreciation | $15,181 | $17,846 | $17,022 |
| Fees and Taxes | $1,788 | $2,272 | $2,111 |
| Fuel Cost | $7,550 | $5,189 | $5,757 |
| Insurance | $5,674 | $4,529 | $5,350 |
| Maintenance | $2,593 | $3,234 | $2,564 |
| Repairs | $1,943 | $1,636 | $1,674 |
| Opportunity Costs | $673 | $682 | $669 |
| Total Cost | $38,042 | $38,835 | $38,317 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | acceptable | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Overall Evaluation | marginal | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | poor | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | marginal | good | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
| Ease of Use | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
