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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
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Combined MPG
23
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$29,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTiguan
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG23
CO₂ tailpipe393 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3350

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Tiguan23 MPG combined
Tiguan 4motion22 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Tiguan23 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 29% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$511/mo
Amount financed
$26,100
Total interest
$4,541
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5-year fuel cost
$8,739

$1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG23
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE19V535000 · 2019-07-17

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES16V464000 · 2016-06-24

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway).

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 3 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC