2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
S FWD
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 103.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | myVW+ |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Overall length | 184.4 in |
| Overall width | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1984 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA888evo5) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 201 hp |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 40.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 40.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,805 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.7 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion: electric power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.1 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/65 R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3563 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3563 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4762 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 959 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
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Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety16 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go
- Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning & Automatic Emergency Braking w/ Pedestrian & Cyclist Monitoring)
- Rear Traffic Alert
- Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
- Rearview Camera
- 10 airbags (dual front and side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags, driver-side knee airbag, front center airbag, and dual rear side airbags)
- Active Side Assist (Blind Spot Monitor)
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
- Electronic Stability Control
- Exit Warning
- IQ.DRIVE (Travel Assist w/ assisted lane changing, Front Assist, Active Side Assist, Rear Traffic Alert, ACC Stop & Go, Lane Assist, Emergency Assist)
- Intelligent Crash Response System
- Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights)
- Park Distance Control (front and rear)
- Tire pressure monitoring system
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- myVW+ telematics w/ available Wi-Fi
- 7-speaker sound system
- App-Connect
- Driving Experience Dial w/ volume control
- MIB4 infotainment with 12.9-in display, HD radio, SiriusXM with 360L (3-mo trial), Bluetooth connectivity, and USB-C (4 ports, 45w)
- Natural Voice Control
- Plus Speech w/ AI (1-year trial included)
- SiriusXM
- Volkswagen 10.25-in Digital Cockpit Pro
- Wireless App-Connect (Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™)
- Wireless charging
Convenience3 std · 0 opt
- Keyless access w/ push-button start (KESSY) and proximity lock & unlock
- Manual liftgate
- Two 12-V Outlets (front center console, cargo area)
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Two-zone Climatronic climate control with touch functionality
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 60:40 2nd row seat (fixed, with cargo fold down)
- Heated front seats
- Embossed cloth seating surfaces
- Manually adjustable front driver's seat
- Manually adjustable front passenger's seat
Interior3 std · 0 opt
- Leatherette-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
- New 7.6L center console
- Framed manual-dimming rearview mirror
Exterior9 std · 1 opt
- 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
- Automatic headlights
- Heated washer nozzles
- LED headlights w/ LED DRLs w/ Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
- LED taillights
- Power-adjustable, heated side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rear camera washer
- Silver anodized roof rails
- 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheelsoptional
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- 4Motion all-wheel drive
- Front-wheel drive
- 2.0T EA888 201-hp engine
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Driving Mode Selection (Normal / Sport / Eco / Individual)
- Start/Stop system
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo storage solution w/ Smart Floor
- Trailer hitch preparation
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Tiguan. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan S?
The manufacturer lists $30,805 for the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan S. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.