Status
CertifiedLong track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size1984cc
Fuel TypePremium Gasoline
Transmission6 speed manual
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG21 MPG
Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison with Similar Vehicles
| Volkswagen Tiguan (this vehicle) |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| Engine Capacity | 1984cc | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| Body Type | SUV | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
About
The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is a certified safe Sport Utility Vehicle offering a balanced blend of performance and practicality. With its turbocharged 2.0L engine and front-wheel drive, it's equipped for everyday journeys.
Pros
- Certified safety status
- No complaints on record
- Turbocharged 2.0L engine
- Combined 21 MPG
Cons
- 2 recalls on record
- Requires premium gasoline
Complaints
No complaints on record.
Submit a complaintRecalls2 total
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Status history
Safe→Certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 2 data points. v3 scoring.
Fair→Safe27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 85. 24 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Fair22 May 2026
Lemon Score: 56. 24 data points.