SEL R-Line Turbo AWD
What the SEL R-Line Turbo adds over the S (+$12,280)
| Spec | S | SEL R-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | 340 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm | 310 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | vented disc |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3563 lbs | 4010 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3563 lbs | 4010 lbs |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 268 hp |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | 15.6 gal |
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in | 7 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4762 lbs | 5159 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,805 | $43,085 |
| Overall height | 66.1 in | 66.5 in |
| Payload capacity | 959 lbs | 1003 lbs |
| Tire size | 215/65 R17 | 255/40 R20 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 | 2.9 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 8.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Audio System, 2.0T EA888 268-hp engine, 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, 3-position driver seat memory, 30-color LED ambient lighting with light line in dash, front & rear doors, plus backlit dash and front door décor, 8-way power front seats w/ 3-position memory, 8-way power front seats w/ 3-position memory, Area View (Overhead View Camera), Atmospheres feature, Black headliner, Brushed stainless steel pedals, Discover Media w/ navigation, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Dynamic cornering and poor weather light, Frameless, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Hands-free power liftgate w/ Easy Open & Easy Close, Head-up Display, Head-up display, Heated rear outboard seats, Heated steering wheel w/ paddle shifters (delayed availability), Heated steering wheel w/ paddle shifters (delayed availability), Heated wiper park, Heated, heat-insulated & sound-insulated front windshield, Illuminated exterior door handles, Illuminated grille light line with lit VW logo, Integrated red rear light bar and red illuminated VW logo, LED Exit Light (Front Doors), Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, MIB4 infotainment with 15-in display, Map pocket behind the backrest, Panoramic sunroof, Park Assist Plus, Power-folding side mirrors w/ puddle lights (VW logo & circle design), Quilted Varenna leather seating surfaces, R-Line perforated sport steering wheel, Real American Walnut dash decor, Remote start, Scuff plates w/ R-Line logo, Three-Zone Climatronic climate control with touch functionality, Ventilated & 10-point massaging seats
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 340 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 310 mm |
| Rear brake type | vented 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 | 7 in |
| Overall height | 66.5 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 | 268 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.6 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) | $43,085 |
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 | 255/40 R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4010 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4010 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5159 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1003 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety19 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go
- Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning & Automatic Emergency Braking w/ Pedestrian & Cyclist Monitoring)
- Area View (Overhead View Camera)
- 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
- Dynamic Road Sign Display
- 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 Assist Plus
- Park Distance Control (front and rear)
- Tire pressure monitoring system
Infotainment15 std · 0 opt
- Head-up Display
- myVW+ telematics w/ available Wi-Fi
- 12-Speaker Harman Kardon Audio System
- App-Connect
- Atmospheres feature
- Discover Media w/ navigation
- Driving Experience Dial w/ volume control
- Heated steering wheel w/ paddle shifters (delayed availability)
- MIB4 infotainment with 15-in display
- 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
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- Hands-free power liftgate w/ Easy Open & Easy Close
- Keyless access w/ push-button start (KESSY) and proximity lock & unlock
- Remote start
- Two 12-V Outlets (front center console, cargo area)
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Three-Zone Climatronic climate control with touch functionality
Seating8 std · 0 opt
- 60:40 2nd row seat (fixed, with cargo fold down)
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated and massage front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- 8-way power front seats w/ 3-position memory
- 3-position driver seat memory
- Quilted Varenna leather seating surfaces
- Ventilated & 10-point massaging seats
Interior12 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel w/ paddle shifters (delayed availability)
- 30-color LED ambient lighting with light line in dash, front & rear doors, plus backlit dash and front door décor
- Black headliner
- Frameless, auto-dimming rearview mirror
- LED Exit Light (Front Doors)
- Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
- Map pocket behind the backrest
- New 7.6L center console
- R-Line perforated sport steering wheel
- Real American Walnut dash decor
- Scuff plates w/ R-Line logo
- Brushed stainless steel pedals
Exterior17 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic sunroof
- Power-folding side mirrors w/ puddle lights (VW logo & circle design)
- 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
- Automatic headlights
- Dynamic cornering and poor weather light
- Heated washer nozzles
- Heated wiper park
- Heated, heat-insulated & sound-insulated front windshield
- Illuminated exterior door handles
- Illuminated grille light line with lit VW logo
- Integrated red rear light bar and red illuminated VW logo
- 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
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- 4Motion all-wheel drive
- 2.0T EA888 268-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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Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo?
The manufacturer lists $43,085 for the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo. That is $12,280 above the S, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo add over the S?
Against the S, 41 features become standard that the S does not and 20 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.