The Volkswagen Tiguan is recognized for its competitive fuel efficiency, with figures varying by engine, drivetrain, and model year[1][2][3][4].
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan fuel consumption (EPA estimates):
- FWD (S trim): 24 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 27 mpg combined
- AWD (S trim): 22 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / 25 mpg combined
- FWD (SE, SE R-Line Black): 23 mpg city / 30 mpg highway / 26 mpg combined
- AWD (SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL R-Line): 22 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / 25 mpg combined
Fuel tank size for FWD models is 15.3 gallons; AWD versions have a 15.9-gallon tank[3].
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan (2.0L engine, automatic transmission):
- FWD: 23 mpg city / 30 mpg highway / 26 mpg combined
- AWD: 22 mpg city / 29 mpg highway / 25 mpg combined
- R-Line AWD: 21 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 24 mpg combined
Reported owner MPG may vary[4].
2021 Volkswagen Tiguan (all trims, 2.0L engine):
- S (highest mpg): 23 mpg city / 29 mpg highway
- Other trims: 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway
Fuel tank capacity is 15.3 gallons. Estimated maximum highway driving range is about 443 miles[2].
International and Newer Engine Options
- The 1.5-liter TSI petrol engine (not US market) averages 6.2L/100km (~38 mpg), while the 2.0 TSI averages 6.7L/100km (~35 mpg). The 2.0 TDI diesel variant provides up to 5.4L/100km (~44 mpg)[1].
Tiguan’s fuel-saving technologies include turbocharged engines, efficient transmissions, cylinder deactivation, and aerodynamic enhancements for reduced air resistance[1][3].