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 Tiguan
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$35,175*
Exterior 
Window diversity antennaStandard
Crash-optimized front end Standard
Fully galvanized sheet metalStandard
Textured side rocker panelStandard
Body color bumpers with black lower sectionStandard
Body color door handlesStandard
Privacy glassStandard
Chrome grilleStandard
Bi-Xenon high-intensity headlights with Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) and LED Daytime Running LightsStandard
Halogen reflector lens foglights with low-speed corner-illuminating featureStandard
Center high mounted brake light in top of rear hatchStandard
Power-operated, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals and memoryStandard
Body-colored side mirrorsStandard
Chrome plated protective side moldingsStandard
Chrome window trimStandard
Silver roof railsStandard
Temporary-use spare wheel Standard
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Standard
All-weather tires 255/40 R19 96H (NAR)Standard
19" Savannah alloy wheels with anti-theft wheel locksStandard
Windshield wipers, variable intermittent, including rear wiperStandard
Rear window wiperStandard
Heated windshield washer nozzlesStandard
Automatic headlights with Coming Home featureStandard
Rain-sensing windshield wipersStandard
Power tilting/sliding tinted panoramic sunroof (12.7 sq. ft.)Standard
Trailer hitch preparation (wiring, bumper, and cross bar with mounting plate)Standard
Dual tone hornStandard
Heat-insulated glassStandard
Interior 
Climatronic® dual-zone electronic climate control with pollen filterStandard
Anti-theft alarm system for doors, hood, trunk and radio with audible and visual activationStandard
Immobilizer III theft-deterrent systemStandard
Front center armrest with 2 cupholders and storage compartmentStandard
Rear center armrestStandard
Silicone dampened return assist handles, two front and two rearStandard
Cruise controlStandard
Electric rear window defroster and electric side mirror defroster/defoggerStandard
Electric tailgate opening Standard
Integrated armrests in front and rear door panelsStandard
Front and rear floor matsStandard
Chrome applications on instrument gaugesStandard
Outside temperature displayStandard
Brake pad wear indicatorStandard
Instrument cluster with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, oil gauge, gear indicator and clockStandard
Multi-function trip computer with compass, trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty, radio station display, and personalizing functionStandard
2 radio-frequency remote transmitter key fobs Standard
Four 12V power outletsStandard
Floor-mounted ambient lightingStandard
Dual front reading lights with chrome trimStandard
Illuminated dial for sunroofStandard
Child safety locks on rear doorsStandard
Automatic locking feature (doors lock when vehicle reaches 8 mph, unlock automatically upon airbag deployment) 1)Standard
Front and rear door-mounted lock/unlock switches for central locking systemStandard
Remote releases for rear hatchStandard
Self-dimming rearview mirror with on/off switchStandard
Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors, illuminated and with coverStandard
8-speaker sound system with MP3- and WMA-compatible in-dash CD player, AM/FM radioStandard
Bluetooth® with audio streaming 2)Standard
AUX-in for portable audio playersStandard
SiriusXM Satelite Radio with 3-month trial subscriptionStandard
Media Device Interface (MDI) with iPod® cableStandard
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren), child seat anchor pointsStandard
Three rear headrestraintsStandard
Driver and front passenger, front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system 1)Standard
Side Curtain Protection® head airbags, front and rear 1)Standard
Seatbelt reminder and fuel cap seal warningStandard
3-point safety belts for all seating positionsStandard
Safety belt emergency locking retractors for all seating positionsStandard
Height-adjustable front seat beltsStandard
Interlock feature (center rear safety belt cannot be extended unless seat back is in fully locked position)Standard
Rear-seat head restraints, height adjustable, all seating positionsStandard
Safety belt load limiters for driver and front passengerStandard
6 Airbags¹ 3)Standard
Safety belt pretensioners for driver, front passenger, and rear outboard seating positionsStandard
Seat belt reminder, visual and audibleStandard
Heated front seatsStandard
12-way power adjustable comfort front seats including lumbar adjustment; memory function for driver's seat and exterior mirrorsStandard
40/20/40-split folding rear seat with one-pull folding feature and backrest adjustmentStandard
Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS) 4)Standard
Big Roof storage sytemStandard
3-spoke, leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel, height-adjustable, with telescopic steering columnStandard
Blinker control stalk with lane change feature (one tap on the lever creates a three-blink sequence)Standard
Steering wheel, deformable upon impactStandard
Glovebox, lockable and illuminated upon opening, with adjustable cooling featureStandard
Sunglasses holder on roof linerStandard
2 cupholders in rear center armrestStandard
Front and rear door storage pocketsStandard
Chrome interior door handles Standard
Genuine aluminum accentsStandard
Leather-wrapped shift knob with chrome accentsStandard
Molded door trim in V-Tex leatheretteStandard
Carpeted cargo area with cargo coverStandard
Four tie-down hooks in cargo areaStandard
Grip on inside of hatch to assist in closingStandard
Cargo area loading edge protection, heavy plasticStandard
Luggage compartment lightStandard
Leather seating surfacesStandard
Pollen filter / odor filterStandard
Rear passenger heat and A/C vents in center consoleStandard
Power windows with pinch protection; front windows with automatic 1-touch feature, operable from driver's side onlyStandard
Ambient environment lightingStandard
RNS 315 touchscreen navigation systemStandard
Keyless access with push-button start 5)Standard
Rearview cameraStandard
Front seatback magazine storage pocketsStandard
Buckle switch for airbag sensorsStandard
Steering wheel, deformable/collapsible upon impactStandard
Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS)Standard
Crash optimized pedal controlsStandard
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)Standard
Technical 
2.0L TSI®, 16-valve, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with intercooler; 200 hp, 207 lbs/ft of torque 6)Standard
FSI® direct fuel injectionStandard
Anti-intrusion side door beamsStandard
Electromechanical power steering with variable assistance and active returnStandard
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)Standard
Brake disc wipe featureStandard
Power-assisted, front vented disc brakes (312 mm X 25 mm); rear solid disc brakes (286 mm X 12 mm)Standard
Electric parking brake Standard
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic®, Sport mode, and Dynamic Shift Program (DSP)Standard
Rear fully independent four-link suspension with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer barStandard
Independent suspension with front MacPherson struts, stabilizer bar and rear fully independent suspensionStandard
Towing capacity: 2,200 lbs. 7)Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Standard
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)Standard
Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD)Standard
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)Standard
Engine Braking Assist (EBA)Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)Standard
Trailer roll stability programStandard
Sport suspension Standard
Colors 
Deep Black MetallicOption
Night Blue MetallicOption
Wild Cherry MetallicOption
Pepper Gray MetallicOption
Reflex Silver MetallicOption
White Gold MetallicOption
Candy WhiteOption
Black leather seating surfacesOption
Beige leather seating surfacesOption
Warranty  
12 year/unlimited distance Limited Warranty against Corrosion Perforation 8)Standard
5-year/60,000-mile (whichever occurs first) Powertrain Limited Warranty 8)Standard
3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty 8)Standard
3 year/36,000 mile (whichever occurs first) No-Charge Scheduled Carefree Maintenance™ 9)Standard
3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) Roadside Assistance 10)Standard
  • 1) ¹Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
  • 2) ¹Requires compatible device.
  • 3) ¹This is an illustration and does not depict what will happen in a crash. All bags will not inflate in real-world crashes, and if multiple bags do deploy, they will be in various stages of inflating/deflating and will never all be inflated at the same time.
    ²Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts, and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
  • 4) ¹This is an illustration and does not depict what will happen in a crash. All bags will not inflate in real-world crashes, and if multiple bags do deploy, they will be in various stages of inflating/deflating and will never all be inflated at the same time.
    ²The Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS) will only activate in a collision where the airbags deploy or safety belt pretensioners activate. Not all collisions cause airbags to deploy or safety belt pretensioners to activate.
    ³Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
  • 5) Some Volkswagen models are equipped with a keyless ignition feature. The details as to how the system works can vary and Volkswagen owners should consult their owner's literature or an authorized Volkswagen dealer if they have further questions about the operation of this feature. Please note that Volkswagen warns against leaving the vehicle unattended with the engine running, particularly in enclosed spaces.
  • 6) ¹26 highway/21 city mpg (2013 Tiguan 2.0L TSI®, 6-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary.
  • 7) ¹Available towing package required. See vehicle owner's manual for more details.
  • 8) ¹See dealer or warranty booklet for details.
  • 9) The Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Coverage during the term of the new vehicle limited warranty at no additional charge. Some limitations apply. See dealer or vehicle maintenance program booklet for details.
  • 10) Roadside Assistance provided by a third party.