2026 Volkswagen Tiguan Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 7 ![]() Tiguan S | Save 2 of 7 ![]() Tiguan S 4MOTION | Save 3 of 7 ![]() Tiguan SE | Save 4 of 7 ![]() Tiguan SE 4MOTION | Save 5 of 7 ![]() Tiguan SE R-Line Black | Save 6 of 7 ![]() Tiguan SE R-Line Black 4MOTION | Save 7 of 7 ![]() Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION | |||
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| MSRP | $32,280 | $33,780 | $35,080 | $36,580 | $38,720 | $40,220 | $44,560 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 26/Hwy 34/Comb 29 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 22/Hwy 29/Comb 25 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 201 @ 5250 RPM | 201 @ 5000 RPM | 201 @ 5250 RPM | 201 @ 5000 RPM | 201 @ 5250 RPM | 201 @ 5000 RPM | 268 @ 5500 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | ||
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 1,800 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,800 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 1,800 lbs | 1,800 lbs |
| Blind-Spot Alert | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Collision Warning System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Port Installed | Port Installed | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Remote Engine Start | Port Installed | Port Installed | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Smartphone Interface | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Internet Access | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Voice Recognition System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| iPod Interface | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Premium Radio | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Satellite Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Port Installed | Port Installed | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Bluetooth Streaming Audio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Port Installed | Port Installed | Port Installed | Port Installed | Port Installed | Port Installed | Port Installed |
| Torque | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 221 @ 5000 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 221 @ 5000 RPM | 207 @ 5250 RPM | 221 @ 5000 RPM | 258 @ 5500 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | Not Available | Not Available | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3563 pounds | 3801 pounds | 3563 pounds | 3801 pounds | 4032 pounds | 3801 pounds | 3801 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 15.6 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 15.6 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 15.6 gallons | 15.6 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.5 inches | 39.5 inches | 39.5 inches | 39.5 inches | 38.2 inches | 38.2 inches | 38.2 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.6 inches | 7 inches | 6.6 inches | 7 inches | 6.6 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | 184.4 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 959 pounds | 1014 pounds | 959 pounds | 1014 pounds | 959 pounds | 1014 pounds | 1003 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 57 inches | 57 inches | 57 inches | 57 inches | 57 inches | 57 inches | 57 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | 38.1 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches | 109.9 inches |
FAQs
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 2026 Tiguan feature a 4 cylinder engine.
Does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2026 Tiguan trims have turbo engines: S with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter, S 4MOTION with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter, etc.
What features does a 2026 Tiguan have?
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks.
How much horsepower does a 2026 Tiguan have?
The 2026 Tiguan ranges in power from the S with 201 horsepower to the SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION with 268 horsepower.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2026 Tiguan ranges in power from the S with 201 horsepower to the SEL R-Line Turbo 4MOTION with 268 horsepower.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan fuel efficient?
The 2026 Tiguan comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the S 4MOTION which gets 25 MPG, with 22 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway.






