Used Car Review: Volkswagen Tiguan

Is the Volkswagen Tiguan just a Golf on stilts? That's one of the questions we've set out to answer in this CarGurus Used Car Review, as well as offering a few tips about items to consider if you're in the market for a used example.
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Pros
Very practical, with lots of space for people and luggage
Good to drive
More affordable than premium rivals from Audi and BMW
Cons
A Skoda Kodiaq is cheaper
Mixed reliability record
New car warranty is short compared with those offered by Hyundai and Kia
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[@joshbenge1229]

I had a VW beetle turbo that I absolutely loved. Unfortunately, someone hit me and totaled my car. I wanted something bigger but felt similar to my bug. I chose the Tiguan. It drives so similar to my bug but safer. I recommend.

[@jpch8814]

This car still looks good nowadays it ages really well, I guess that is a good advantage of VW.

[@TheDetherion]

Yeah I'm thinking about getting one

[@jpch8814]

@@TheDetherion Get one post 2013 they are more reliable. You will love the 2.0TSI 200HP super fast even compared to the crossovers on the market today,it is also spacious on the inside but compact on the outside.

[@MD-zw5nl]

@@TheDetherion you won't regret it. My 2013 Tiguan never disappointed me. The only thing that is done is MOT and annual service, that's it. Excellent car.

[@humbertcharles886]

Hi am looing for one

[@jamestaylor833]

Just picked up a 2012 model with only 55k on the clock and a full detailed service history from VW only and one owner from new. Love it

[@theexpatgunner]

@Finley Ralph no one gives a flying F. Jog on!

[@tonyvu2011]

Run only best fuel and change oil regularly, otherwise you'll have huge issues with intake manifolds and carbon build-up in the intake valves, due to vent air from PCV containing oil and fuel vapours containing contaminants from poor quality fuel and dirty oil. I have a 2010 TSI Tiguan with more than 200k kms, always run on premium 98 (in Australia), oil and air filter change every 10k km, and a Forge catchcan system to take vent air from PCV and feed back to main air intake without going through manifold. My car is running nicely on all original engine, manual gearbox, pumps. Another huge common issue with Tiguan is oil leaks that saturates the water pump, causing a leaky and faulty pump, I normally put in a bottle of sealer with polymer (Liqui Molly) with every oil change, no leaks with my Tiguan after 200k kms.

[@AndyJano-us8xf]

How is the car now bro.im wanting to buy a 2012

[@krane15]

I think you missed mentioning the year of the car.

[@isackhernandez3691]

First gen is 2011 and under

[@iamaparanoidandroid1]

It's right there in the numberplate? 2016

[@elizabethchanda7800]

2:03 Wait what? There is an electronic handbrake as opposed to a regular handbrake? I'm concerned as he quickly mentioned it's expensive to fix...has anyone ever had issues with their handbrake? I hate fiddly ''technology advances'' that turn out to be more of a hassle than a regular feature.

[@enzorum2560]

nope

[@Kgotso25]

What model is this?

[@thecliff4670]

I have a 2011. It's a gas guzzler and repairs are painfully expensive. Too many recalls too.

[@dylanpower1438]

Well its 9yrs old

[@thecliff4670]

@@dylanpower1438 It's been guzzling gas from day one. The recalls started a year later. And, repairs started as soon as the warranty expired. I know cars need repairs but $500 for a headlight is ridiculous.

[@thecliff4670]

@@Gabriel-mj1jk I finally got rid of mine. I refuse to put another coin towards it.

[@thecliff4670]

@Lord Rupert I'll admit they are nice to drive though. I would have bought another one in a heartbeat if the maintenance was bearable for my budget. Toyota is a much more reliable brand.

[@thecliff4670]

@Lord Rupert My sister has a RAV4 and she hasn't had a single problem in 6 years. She always said I should have gotten one. They're nice too.

[@YRSHAHI]

Good review.Does anyone know how much does it cost to install Sat Nav on 2015 model?

[@purpleking159]

Looking to get a 2015 VW Tiguan (Blue Motion) 1.4 TSI. Anyone had luck with these, or thoughts? They are welcome.

[@gggromay]

The tiguan is based on the Passat platform, yet he keeps comparing it to the Golf. If you dont know this how can we trust your inexpert opinion

[@tonyvu2011]

I own both Tiguan and Golf, the Tiguan driving experience is very similar to the Golf. I also service both myself and the mechanical setup are very similar too.

[@johnmatthews3990]

I'm looking to purchase one to tow a caravan. They look well capable and have been considering the Ford Kuga.

[@timondimulunde2714]

Whats the causes of high haydeling

[@asb1439]

If you are doing a used car review please please mention whether the engine(s) uses a cambelt, the recommended interval, and average cost. This is a big cost which used car buyers will need to factor in.

[@bikerpaul1074]

He did said every 4 years on cambelt! Peel your ears!

[@martinljubevski2956]

i founed one tiguan for 3500$ perfect condition

[@aspiretoinspire3531]

Which year? And where?

[@GodricThe]

It is based on B6 Passat ffs

[@anthonyjohnson3047]

2009

[@DanielGonzalez-zd3sg]

Is it good to trade my 2018 nissan sentra sv 53,000 miles for the 2012 tiguan miles 130,000 ?