Volkswagen Tiguan II
Produced from 2016–2023, the Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 2 petrol, 1 diesel, spanning 150 to 190 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 TSI 4MOTION, covers 0–100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.0 TDI 4MOTION leads the range at 44 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4486 × 1839 × 1654 mm on a 2677 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 II (AD) was manufactured from 2016 – 2023 (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 150 to 190 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 44.0 MPG combined (2.0 TDI 4MOTION).
Power range
150–190 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.7 s
Best combined
44 MPG
Length
4.49 m
01Decision support
Which Tiguan II suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.0 TDI 4MOTION
44.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 32% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Tiguan II.
Performance · quickest
2.0 TSI 4MOTION
0–100 km/h in 7.7s · 190 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.5 TSI
150 hp · 40.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (2 petrol · 1 diesel)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.5 TSIPetrol | 2.0 TDI 4MOTIONDiesel | 2.0 TSI 4MOTIONPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | EA211 evo | EA288 | EA888 gen3 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Diesel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.5L (1,498 cc) | 2.0L (1,968 cc) | 2.0L (1,984 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 150 hp / 112 kW | 150 hp / 112 kW | 190 hp / 142 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft | 340 Nm / 251 lb-ft | 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.2 s | 9.3 s | 7.7 s |
| Top speed | 202 km/h (126 mph) | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 216 km/h (134 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch | Dual-clutch | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Highway | 46 MPG (5.1 L/100km) | 50 MPG (4.7 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Combined | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 44 MPG (5.3 L/100km) | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 139 g/km | 143 g/km | 165 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,505 kg (3,318 lbs) | 1,690 kg (3,726 lbs) | 1,645 kg (3,627 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2016–2023 | 2016–2023 | 2016–2023 |
03Then vs now
AD vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. 5N |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +50 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -2.5 s |
| Best combined MPG | +4 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +125 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the 5N, the AD is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the 5N's typically lower asking prices.
View the 5N spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,486 mm
176.6 in
Width
1,839 mm
72.4 in
Height
1,654 mm
65.1 in
Wheelbase
2,677 mm
105.4 in
Curb weight spans 1,505–1,690 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Tiguan II: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD)?
The Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD) lineup offers 2 petrol · 1 diesel: 1.5 TSI (150 hp), 2.0 TDI 4MOTION (150 hp), 2.0 TSI 4MOTION (190 hp).
How quick is the Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 TSI 4MOTION, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.7s, reaching a top speed of 216 km/h (134 mph) with the 2.0 TSI 4MOTION.
What is the most fuel-efficient Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD) trim?
The 2.0 TDI 4MOTION delivers the highest fuel economy at 44.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 30–44 combined MPG.
How does the AD compare to the previous Volkswagen Tiguan?
Against the 5N predecessor it replaces, the AD is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD)?
The Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD) was produced from 2016 – 2023, spanning the following model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Volkswagen Tiguan II (AD)?
4486 mm long, 1839 mm wide, 1654 mm tall on a 2677 mm wheelbase (176.6 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Volkswagen TiguanCertification data, 2016–2023
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2016 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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