Third-gen Volkswagen Tiguan: Compact crossover overview

Volkswagen Tiguan in its third generation for 2025 has become noticeably more modern and tech-focused. Built on the MQB evo platform, it gets a fresh design and an expanded range of hybrid powertrains, while keeping the practicality and versatility that make this popular SUV so valued. The car’s look becomes even more expressive and eye-catching if you use Volkswagen Tiguan tuning—with accessories available in a wide selection in our catalog.

Technical specifications

1. Dimensions: length — 4539 mm, width — 1858 mm, height — 1660 mm, wheelbase — 2680 mm.
2. Engines:
• Gasoline 1.5 TSI / 1.5 eTSI (mild hybrid): 130–150 hp.
• Gasoline 2.0 TSI: 204–265 hp.
• Diesel 2.0 TDI: 150–193 hp.
• Plug-in hybrids 1.5 TSI eHybrid: 204–272 hp (electric range ≈ 100 km).
3. Transmission: mainly 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch), less often 6-speed.
4. Drivetrain: front-wheel drive or 4MOTION all-wheel drive.
5. Performance: 0–100 km/h from 5.9 s (top 2.0 TSI 265 hp) to 10.6 s (base 1.5 130 hp).
6. Top speed: 198–240 km/h depending on version.
7. Fuel consumption: 5.3–8.5 l/100 km (diesel/gasoline), hybrids — from 0.4 l/100 km.
8. Trunk volume: from 490 l (in the standard position).

Trim levels

The third-generation Tiguan is offered in several equipment levels. The base versions include:

• LED headlights (optional IQ.LIGHT HD matrix).
• Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster.
• Infotainment with a display up to 15 inches.
• IQ.DRIVE assistants (adaptive cruise control, lane keeping).
• Winter package, climate control, parking sensors.

Top trims offer: panoramic roof, premium audio system, adaptive DCC Pro suspension, and more.

Exterior and interior

Exterior is more expressive and aerodynamic: a new grille, aggressive bumpers, slim LED headlights and 3D-effect taillights, dynamic body lines. The design looks more solid and more modern than its predecessor.

Interior has changed radically: minimal physical buttons, a huge central touchscreen, an updated digital instrument panel, and stylish ambient lighting. Materials are higher-quality, ergonomics have improved, and passenger space has noticeably increased.