2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

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Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV: Body style
23: Combined MPG
5: Seating capacity
174.5” x 67.1”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

View all 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan specs .

Overview

(72 reviews)

The good:

Acceleration
Sporty handling
Adjustable backseat legroom
Fold-flat front passenger seat
Interior quality
Visibility

The bad:

Wide turning circle
Prefers premium gas
Outdated navigation system
Expensive AWD option
High price vs. competitors
R-Line ride too firm

Auto S
S
$24,890
R-Line
$28,700
SE
$31,390
SEL
$34,445

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Apple CarPlay, Android Auto capability available
Heated front seats now standard
Backup camera standard
Front- or all-wheel drive
Seats up to five

2016 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 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

Consumer reviews

(72 reviews)

88% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.5
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.4

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Most recent consumer reviews

Not Reliable, expensive to own

December 20, 2023

By kmf from Worcester, Massachusetts

Owns this car

Nothing but problem after problem, worst car I have ever had for reliability, It is a shame because it looks nice, but that's about all it is, a pretty face, always something wrong with it and getting parts is a nightmare. DO NOT GET ONE

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 1.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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Unreliable

October 27, 2023

By rcarr from Long Branch, NJ

Owns this car

I have done all of the recommended maintenance, regular oil changes, etc. However, this car started to fall apart. Should have listened to everyone who said VWs are pieces of $&*@. Not to mention the parts are expensive. Never buying a VW again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 3.0
Interior 2.0
Performance 1.0
Value 2.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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Best car I’ve ever owned

March 26, 2023

By Pam from South Carolina

Owns this car

Best car I’ve ever owned. I bought it used with 10k miles for $17.5k in 2018. I’ve drove for Lyft for 2 years and recently drove it from California to South Carolina. It’s has never broke down, had to replace the tires a few times but nothing but basic maintenance. I’m at 112k miles and going strong. One small accident the other 2 cars were totaled mine had minor damage on the front driver side. I love my VW.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings (scores out of 5)

Based on the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan base trim.

Combined side rating front seat: 5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 4
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 3
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 3
Overall rating: 4
Overall side crash rating: 5
Risk of rollover: 17.4%
Rollover rating: 4
Side barrier rating: 5
Side barrier rating driver: 5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5

New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper: 36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion: 144 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain: 60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance: 36 months/36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum 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 warranty terms: 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 required: 100-plus point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes