Volkswagen Tiguan I
Produced from 2007–2016, the Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 1 petrol, 1 diesel, spanning 122 to 140 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 TDI, covers 0–100 km/h in 10.2 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.0 TDI leads the range at 40 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4426 × 1809 × 1686 mm on a 2604 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) was manufactured from 2007 – 2016 (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 122 to 140 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 40.0 MPG combined (2.0 TDI).
Power range
122–140 hp
Quickest 0–100
10.2 s
Best combined
40 MPG
Length
4.43 m
01Decision support
Which Tiguan I suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.0 TDI
40.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 10% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Tiguan I.
Performance · quickest
2.0 TDI
0–100 km/h in 10.2s · 140 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (1 petrol · 1 diesel)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.4 TSIPetrol | 2.0 TDIDiesel |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | EA111 | EA189 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Displacement | 1.4L (1,390 cc) | 2.0L (1,968 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 122 hp / 91 kW | 140 hp / 104 kW |
| Torque | 200 Nm / 148 lb-ft | 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 10.9 s | 10.2 s |
| Top speed | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 190 km/h (118 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Highway | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 45 MPG (5.2 L/100km) |
| Combined | 36 MPG (6.5 L/100km) | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 156 g/km | 154 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,410 kg (3,109 lbs) | 1,565 kg (3,450 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2007–2016 | 2007–2016 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,426 mm
174.3 in
Width
1,809 mm
71.2 in
Height
1,686 mm
66.4 in
Wheelbase
2,604 mm
102.5 in
Curb weight spans 1,410–1,565 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Tiguan I: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N)?
The Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) lineup offers 1 petrol · 1 diesel: 1.4 TSI (122 hp), 2.0 TDI (140 hp).
How quick is the Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 TDI, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.2s, reaching a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph) with the 2.0 TDI.
What is the most fuel-efficient Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) trim?
The 2.0 TDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 40.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 36–40 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N)?
The Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N) was produced from 2007 – 2016, spanning the following model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Volkswagen Tiguan I (5N)?
4426 mm long, 1809 mm wide, 1686 mm tall on a 2604 mm wheelbase (174.3 in overall length).
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Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Volkswagen TiguanCertification data, 2007–2016
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2007 Volkswagen Tiguan, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Volkswagen official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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