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CarExpert's top five mid-sized SUVs of 2024
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2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
Used from
$43,000 excl. on-roads
8.4
CarExpert Rating
Safety Rating
5
Warranty
5 years
Fuel Efficiency
7.7 - 8.9 L / 100km
About the Volkswagen Tiguan
Last updated Dec 18, 2024Before the arrival of the all new model next year, for 2024 Volkswagen Australia is removing all diesel variants from its Tiguan line-up and adding more safety tech to Elegance and R-Line variants.
Also not returning for 2024 are the special Tiguan R Grid Edition and Monochrome models.
All models returning for 2024 receive price increases of between $1100 and $2600, which on some variants is partially offset by additional standard equipment.
For 2024, the current Tiguan Elegance and R-Line gain blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, which had been removed due to component shortages in 2022.
A power tailgate becomes standard for Elegance and R-Line models, previously a $600 option. Customers purchasing the Life can choose to option a power tailgate for $600.
Pros
- Polished road manners
- Strong engines
- Well-packaged interior
Cons
- Optioned-up pricing
- Servicing still not the cheapest
- Rivals are gaining ground
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2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Price
Elegance
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $59,590 |
Life
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $43,990 |
| 2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $49,990 |
Wolfsburg Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $63,990 |
R-Line
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $63,090 |
*excl. on-roads
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2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Specs
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2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Dimensions
1689mm
1839mm
4734mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Boot space is 520L with the second row in its rearmost position and 615L with the rear seats slid forward, while folding them flat frees up 1655L of space.
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2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Exterior
It's subtle and conservative in terms of design, but with the R-Line's big alloy wheels looks quite muscular and imposing.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Interior
Built like a bank vault, the Tiguan now offers crisper digitised displays as well, which keeps it contemporary, although the ventilation and steering wheel controls on high grades are too clever by half.
Despite its compact dimensions, the back seats are pretty roomy and adult-friendly, and likewise the boot is larger than you'd expect – although there's no full-size spare wheel.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Safety Rating
The Volkswagen Tiguan wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing carried out in 2016.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Low- and high-speed autonomous emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane-keep assist
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control
- Parking sensors
- Driver fatigue monitoring
- Eight airbags
The Tiguan scored 96 per cent for adult occupant protection, 80 per cent for child occupant protection, 68 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 68 per cent for safety assist.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Fuel Economy
Claimed combined cycle fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Tiguan are below:
- 110TSI: 7.7L/100km
- 132TSI: 8.8L/100km
- 162TSI: 8.5L/100km
- 147TDI: 6.1L/100km
It’s worth noting only the 162TSI and 147TDI variants are fitted with an engine stop/start system. All petrol variants require a minimum of 95 RON premium unleaded petrol.
The entry-level 110TSI Life is fitted with a 58L fuel tank, whereas the rest of the range has a 60L fuel tank. The 147TDI powertrain also requires AdBlue.
| Volkswagen Tiguan | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 8.6 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Volkswagen Tiguan?
Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km. Volkswagen offers two prepaid servicing plans for the Tiguan, a three- and five-year plan.
The three-year plan costs $1500 regardless of the engine, and the five-year plan costs $2200 for the 110TSI, $2580 for 132TSI and 147TDI models, and $2700 for 162TSI models.
How does the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan drive?
Our expert take on Volkswagen Tiguan drivability.
Powering the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan 110TSI Life is a 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque. This is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, with drive sent to the front wheels only.
18-inch Alloy Wheels, Embossed Black Edition Leather-Appointed Seats, Heated Front Seats, Piano Black Exterior and Interior Detailing.
The 132TSI Life is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 132kW and 320Nm.
162TSI variants are powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 162kW and 350Nm.
All 132TSI and 162TSI variants are mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and Volkswagen’s 4Motion all-wheel drive system.
The flagship Tiguan R has a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine which produces 235kW of power and 400Nm of torque. It’s mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission and Volkswagen’s 4Motion all-wheel drive system.
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Colours
What colours are available for the Volkswagen Tiguan
The 2024 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Night Shade Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option.
The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Warranty
The Volkswagen Tiguan is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Should you buy the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
Is this the right car for you? Out experts buy or not guide.
If you want a mainstream medium SUV with European badge cred, plus a refined and sporty drive, then the Tiguan is among the best.
Volkswagen Tiguan FAQs
The cheapest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Life that starts from $43,990.
The most expensive Volkswagen Tiguan is the Wolfsburg Edition that starts from $63,990.
The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Tiguan is 2500 kg offered by the following variants: Life, Elegance, R-Line and Wolfsburg Edition.
The largest Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line which measures 1859mm wide, 4734mm in length and sits 1688mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line which has 162kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is built in Mexico and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line which weighs 2440 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Tiguan uses premium unleaded.