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2026 Volkswagen Tiguan

The third-generation Tiguan is a two-row-only compact SUV in the US, with a stronger 201-hp turbo, a larger 15-inch screen, and the welcome return of a physical volume control.

2026 Volkswagen Tiguan

Est. Starting MSRP

$30,000

Base trim, excludes destination and fees. Confirm with your dealer.

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Key Specifications

Est. Starting Price

$30,000

Fuel Economy

25/32

City/Highway MPG

Horsepower

201 hp

Seating

5 passengers

Expert Verdict

Better to drive and better equipped than before — but if you needed that third row, look at the Atlas instead.

Pros & Cons

What We Love

  • More power than the old model
  • Big standard touchscreen
  • Composed, European ride quality
  • Physical volume knob returns

Things to Consider

  • Third row no longer offered
  • Some menus are still buried
  • Cargo space trails the CR-V

Owner-reported problems

We don't collect owner reviews, so there are no star ratings on this page. For real owner-reported data on the 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan, check the NHTSA complaints and recall database — every entry there is a filed report from an actual owner.

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