Body | 4dr SUV |
Wheelbase | 102.5 in |
Length | 174.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
Trim | S | SE | SEL |
Standard Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |   |   |
Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) |   | AWD | AWD |
Standard Tires | 215/65R16 tires | 235/55HR17 tires | 235/50HR18 tires |
Optional Tires | 235/55HR17 tires |   |   |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent acceleration. Very responsive steering. Extremely quiet. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Runs great see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
acceleration and handleing charactistics were outstanding. Smooth sift points. Several sifting options that could be utilized depending on drivers mood. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Powerful enough while being reasonably fuel efficient. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Feels very quick. Smooth. A little bit of turbo lag under 1500 rpms. Easy cruise at 85-90mph. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Smooth and powerful enough as far as CUVs go. Engine and transmission plus awd work well together. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
UK spec 140TDi pulls like a train. Engine still quiet and refined after 120K miles. 6-speed manual gearbox getting a little "notchy", though. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Tires: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
At least £220 per tyre for decent quality rubber. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr SUV | S | 23,200 | 21,455 | 750 |
4dr SUV | SE | 26,925 | 24,958 | 750 |
4dr SUV | SEL | 30,990 | 28,680 | 750 |