2016
Volkswagen Tiguan
Starts at:
$26,865
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$11,00012 mi away -
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$11,99532 mi away -
85 mi away -
$12,49990 mi away
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Notable features
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto capability available
Heated front seats now standard
Backup camera standard
Front- or all-wheel drive
Seats up to five
The good & the bad
The good
Acceleration
Sporty handling
Adjustable backseat legroom
Fold-flat front passenger seat
Interior quality
The bad
Wide turning circle
Prefers premium gas
Outdated navigation system
Expensive AWD option
High price vs. competitors
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Safety review
Based on the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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3/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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3/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
18.5%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection
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Most recent
Lemon 🍋 Clock spring has had to be replaced.
Lemon 🍋
Clock spring has had to be replaced. The part was back ordered and took 8 months to come in. VW did pay for a rental during that time. The water pump had to be replaced due to a coolant leak issue that is now in a class action lawsuit but I paid out of pocket and was not reimbursed. Replaced battery 3 times already
- Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend this car
Not Reliable, expensive to own
Nothing but problem after problem, worst car I have ever had for reliability, It is a shame because it looks nice, but that's about all it is, a pretty face, always something wrong with it and getting parts is a nightmare. DO NOT GET ONE
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does not recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan is available in 4 trim levels:
- R-Line (2 styles)
- S (2 styles)
- SE (2 styles)
- SEL (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
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Is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?
The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan owners.
Is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. 87.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.6
- Interior: 4.6
- Performance: 4.4
- Value: 4.2
- Exterior: 4.6
- Reliability: 4.4
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