SUV · 2016–2023

VolkswagenTiguan

The default family SUV for many UK households. R-Line looks sporty; 4MOTION helps in winter but adds Haldex servicing.

Best for: Families needing boot space and Isofix ease.

Indicative running costs ~£2,008–£2,870 / year

Power: 150 hp
Economy: 48–55 mpg
Fuel: Diesel
Boot: 615–1,655 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacity

Typically ~4–5.7 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Volkswagen Tiguan at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,008–£2,870 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£959/yr @ 55 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£220–£380 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

10 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
S / SE Nav 1.5 TSI Petrol family SUV. 1.5 TSI · 38–45 mpg	1.5 TSI	130–150 hp	38–45 mpg	~£195*
SEL / Elegance 2.0 TSI Stronger petrol. 2.0 TSI · 35–42 mpg	2.0 TSI	190 hp	35–42 mpg	~£195*
2.0 TDI 150 UK volume diesel. 2.0 TDI · 48–55 mpg	2.0 TDI	150 hp	48–55 mpg	~£195*
2.0 TDI 190 / BiTDI Towing muscle. 2.0 TDI · 42–50 mpg	2.0 TDI	190–240 hp	42–50 mpg	~£195*
R-Line Big alloys — kerbing is expensive. Various · 40–50 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195+*
R-Line Tech / Black Edition Kit packs on R-Line body. Various · 40–50 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195+*
4MOTION Haldex oil changes matter. TDI/TSI AWD · 40–50 mpg	TDI/TSI AWD	150–190 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195*
Tiguan Allspace LWB 7-seat — different car length. Various · 38–50 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195*
Tiguan R Performance SUV. Rare/costly. 2.0 TSI · 28–34 mpg	2.0 TSI	320 hp	28–34 mpg	~£195+*
eHybrid PHEV Needs plugging in. 1.4 TSI PHEV · Variable	1.4 TSI PHEV	245 hp	Variable	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine2.0 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilOften VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacityTypically ~4–5.7 litres

ULEZMost post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Buying a used Tiguan

1Confirm Haldex oil changes on 4MOTION
2R-Line: kerbed alloys are expensive
3Short-trip diesels need a DPF conversation

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

DPF and EGR soot build-up on short trips
Haldex / 4MOTION service neglect on all-wheel-drive models
Air suspension and adaptive damper wear on higher trims

Volkswagen Tiguan FAQs

Is a used Volkswagen Tiguan expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,008–£2,870 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Volkswagen Tiguan need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Volkswagen Tiguan take?

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval. Capacity is Typically ~4–5.7 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Volkswagen Tiguan problems?

Buyers most often watch for: DPF and EGR soot build-up on short trips; Haldex / 4MOTION service neglect on all-wheel-drive models. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Volkswagen Tiguan ULEZ compliant?

Most post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Owner handbook

Official Volkswagen manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN