The Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI demonstrates strong fuel efficiency, particularly with the latest models. Real-world tests find city fuel consumption at approximately 6.0 l/100 km (39.2 mpg US, 47.1 mpg UK), while highway drives at 90 km/h (56 mph) drop to 4.3 l/100 km (54.7 mpg US, 65.7 mpg UK). At higher speeds, such as 120 km/h (75 mph) and 140 km/h (87 mph), consumption rises to 6.1 l/100 km and 7.7 l/100 km, respectively[1].
Independent real-life city tests confirm these numbers, citing 6.0 l/100 km for the 2024/2025 Tiguan 2.0 TDI 4Motion with 193 HP and 7-speed DSG at an average speed of 22 km/h. This setup provides a city driving range of approximately 875-965 km on a full 58-liter tank[3].
Official figures and expert reviews suggest the 2.0-litre TDI diesel variant can return up to 52.5 mpg (UK) under ideal conditions, with real-world averages usually in the lower 40s mpg (UK), depending on driving style and conditions[5]. Forum reports from owners of earlier 2.0 TDI models suggest typical consumption ranging from about 28 mpg (US) around town to 32 mpg (US) on motorway runs[4].
Summarizing the key real-world fuel consumption figures for the Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI:
- City driving: ~6.0 l/100 km (39.2 mpg US / 47.1 mpg UK)
- Highway at 90 km/h: ~4.3 l/100 km (54.7 mpg US / 65.7 mpg UK)
- 120 km/h: ~6.1 l/100 km (38.6 mpg US / 46.3 mpg UK)
- 140 km/h: ~7.7 l/100 km (30.5 mpg US / 36.7 mpg UK)
- Official combined figure: up to 5.4 l/100 km (43.6 mpg US / 52.5 mpg UK) under ideal conditions[8]
Fuel efficiency can vary based on trim, tire choice, driving conditions, and whether the car is equipped with all-wheel drive.
References
- [1] 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI highway fuel consumption (YouTube)
- [3] CITY fuel consumption economy real test mpg 193 HP 2025 (YouTube)
- [4] 28 mpg around town and 32 mpg on a motorway long run (Tiguan Forums UK)
- [5] Volkswagen Tiguan review – MPG, running costs & CO2 emissions (Carbuyer)
- [8] Fuel Efficiency and Performance: How the Volkswagen Tiguan Stands Out (Volkswagen of Boise)