OverviewSpecifications
Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen · Cars · 2025
Volkswagen Tiguan (2025)
83
⚠ 41 complaints
Status
Safe
Good track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size2.0L
Transmission8 speed automatic
Combined MPG28 MPG
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Price—$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity2.0L2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegular GasolineRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission8 speed automaticAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan offers a practical and efficient SUV experience, boasting a fuel-efficient 2.0L turbocharged engine and a comfortable 8-speed automatic transmission. With a focus on safety and a clean record, it's a sensible choice for everyday driving.

Pros
  • Safe vehicle status
  • No recalls on record
  • Good combined MPG
  • Regular gasoline fuel type
Cons
  • 41 complaints on record
  • Below average GHG score
Complaints41 total
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2025 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
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My car has 842 miles on it. There have been multiple occasions where it breaks on its own. When I am backing out of my driveway, there is a neighbors tree that is close to the driveway and a small branch causes. The emergency brake to go on in your head to slam into the back of the seat. When making a left hand turn on a 4 lane road with nothing in the road it has break causing you to fly forward. I’ve only had the car for a few months and multiple times it has done this.
NHTSAUSJul 2026Source →
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2025 ENGINE
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The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stopped. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The message “Service Now” was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with fuel pressure sensor and fuel system sensor failure. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted, and a grievance was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 7,500.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2025 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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When I am backing , my card comes to a complete stop, like I hit wall . There is nothing behind my car. It like you ran into a brick wall. This has happened several times
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2025 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly became inoperable; the power steering became inoperable, and the brake pedal became difficult to depress. The message "No Key Fob Detected" illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. No repairs were performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable. The VIN was unavailable.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2025 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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My vehicle is experiencing a severe safety hazard where the emergency braking system suddenly slams on the brakes while driving in traffic, pulling into traffic, or backing up. When this happens, the car unexpectedly shuts off, and no warning lights or error messages appear on the dashboard. This has almost caused an accident multiple times, making the vehicle incredibly dangerous to drive. I previously took it to the dealership, but they told me they could not find an issue and advised me to continue driving it while documenting the dates and times it happens on paper. However, I refuse to continue driving this vehicle and put my children's lives at risk just to collect data.
NHTSAUSJun 2026Source →
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Status history
Certified→Safe4 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 18 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 92. 9 data points. v3 scoring.
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