2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review
Price Range: $18,499 - $29,998





+221
Average
7.6
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2023 Tiguan looks sharp and is one of just a few small SUVs that offer a third-row seat. It also has a comfortable ride and very good outward visibility. But questionable usefulness of the third row, plus some distracting-to-use controls, keep the Tiguan from being a top pick.
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2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review
Pros
- Smooth, quiet ride
- Impressive driver assistance tech
- Roomy interior and cargo area
- One of but a few small SUVs that offers a third-row seat
Cons
- Available third-row seat is super tight and reduces cargo space
- Touch-sensing controls can be distracting to use while driving
- Engine can be either too slow or too quick to respond
What's new
- Some features may not be available on the trim you select due to the ongoing microchip shortage
- Part of the second Tiguan generation introduced for 2018
Overview

The Tiguan is a small crossover with comfort, space and standout styling reminiscent of the larger Volkswagen Atlas and even budget-busting Audis. The interior is also quite nice, especially on the top-trim version that has real leather seating, contrast-color stitching and a sharp digital instrument panel. A pleasant, controlled ride is another Tiguan strength, as is the vast amount of passenger and cargo space. There's so much room, in fact, that the Tiguan is one of the few compact SUVs with an optional third row of seating.
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CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. Opal White Pearl 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE R-Line Black FWD 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic 2.0L TSI DOHC Clean ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3VVCB7AX0PM076497
Stock: TV10953RA
Certified Pre-Owned: No
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- 24,489 miles
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- 7 Seats, 23 City / 30 Hwy MPG
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- Home delivery*
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
- Third-row seating
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2023 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE R-Line Black RECENT TRADE IN, 1 OWNER, CLEAN CARFAX, NO ACCIDENTS, GREAT MAINTENANCE RECORDS, REMAINDER OF FACTORY WARR...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3VVCB7AX6PM119773
Stock: 25575A
Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
Listed since: 08-20-2025
The tough truth, though, is that many two-row crossovers in the compact segment offer those same strengths. Competitors like the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 are quicker, while the Hyundai Tucson and Subaru Forester are less expensive. To see if the Tiguan offers the features and flexibility you want in a small SUV, read on to see what our experts have to say about the Tiguan.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
by the Edmunds Experts
Average
7.6
out of 10
We drove the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
7.5/10
How does the Tiguan drive? The turbocharged engine is reasonably strong. We tested a front-wheel-drive Tiguan and it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 8.9 seconds, which is average for a small three-row SUV. But the Tiguan has a problem deploying its power smoothly and is somewhat prone to both underreacting and overreacting to moderate requests for more power. This makes it occasionally difficult to accelerate smoothly.
The steering has good accuracy and excellent weighting. Whether you're navigating a parking lot or a twisty road, the Tiguan is a willing partner. The brakes, too, are light and easy to manage. Smooth stops can be made without a second thought. Outright stopping power isn't the best, due in large part to fairly low-grip tires, but our test Tiguan demonstrated good stability and composure in our emergency braking tests.
The steering has good accuracy and excellent weighting. Whether you're navigating a parking lot or a twisty road, the Tiguan is a willing partner. The brakes, too, are light and easy to manage. Smooth stops can be made without a second thought. Outright stopping power isn't the best, due in large part to fairly low-grip tires, but our test Tiguan demonstrated good stability and composure in our emergency braking tests.
Comfort
8.5/10
How comfortable is the Tiguan? With a ride that borders on plush, it's clear Volkswagen made comfort a priority with the Tiguan. Sharp bumps are nicely rounded off, and the highway ride manages to float over imperfections while maintaining very good body control. Even larger potholes are absorbed without much notice.
Once underway, the Tiguan boasts a quiet cabin with minimal engine, road and wind noise even at elevated speeds. The engine does sound somewhat crude when pulling away from a stop, but it blends into the background quickly. The climate system's touch-sensitive controls aren't our favorite, but the system otherwise provides good air coverage and adjustability.
Front seat comfort is OK, but we wish they offered a bit more support, especially in the bottom cushions, and better breathability. The outboard second-row seats offer welcome sculpting and bolstering, but the third-row seats are barely functional for anyone but small children.
Once underway, the Tiguan boasts a quiet cabin with minimal engine, road and wind noise even at elevated speeds. The engine does sound somewhat crude when pulling away from a stop, but it blends into the background quickly. The climate system's touch-sensitive controls aren't our favorite, but the system otherwise provides good air coverage and adjustability.
Front seat comfort is OK, but we wish they offered a bit more support, especially in the bottom cushions, and better breathability. The outboard second-row seats offer welcome sculpting and bolstering, but the third-row seats are barely functional for anyone but small children.
Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? The Tiguan scores high marks for its highly adjustable driving position and good all-around visibility. And thanks to its large door openings, the Tiguan is very easy to step in and out of — so long as you're sitting in the first two rows. Climbing into the third row requires a lot of flexibility to squeeze through the narrow gap. Also, the second-row seats require some muscle to slide forward.
Third-row passengers will not enjoy the trip no matter how short it is. Space is tight — much tighter than in the third row of the Kia Sorento — because of limited headroom and legroom. The seats are flat and uncomfortable too. Second-row passengers might want a bit more legroom too. The Tiguan's rear legroom is far more generous if you don't get the third-row seat.
The interior of the Tiguan looks sleek. Unfortunately, Volkswagen has also made extensive use of touch-sensitive switches instead of physical buttons. These controls are easy to use when parked, and we appreciate the simulated tactile feedback from the steering wheel controls. But using these switches while driving can also draw your attention away from the road because you still have to look to pinpoint the one you want rather than go by feel as you can with a regular button.
Third-row passengers will not enjoy the trip no matter how short it is. Space is tight — much tighter than in the third row of the Kia Sorento — because of limited headroom and legroom. The seats are flat and uncomfortable too. Second-row passengers might want a bit more legroom too. The Tiguan's rear legroom is far more generous if you don't get the third-row seat.
The interior of the Tiguan looks sleek. Unfortunately, Volkswagen has also made extensive use of touch-sensitive switches instead of physical buttons. These controls are easy to use when parked, and we appreciate the simulated tactile feedback from the steering wheel controls. But using these switches while driving can also draw your attention away from the road because you still have to look to pinpoint the one you want rather than go by feel as you can with a regular button.
Technology
7/10
How’s the tech? Our test vehicle was equipped with the 8-inch touchscreen. It has a neat feature that automatically displays some virtual buttons on the screen when your hand gets close to the screen. But for the price, the features seemed a bit thin, with no navigation and only the most basic information offered for vehicle status and various audio displays.
Thankfully smartphone integration through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is standard, and front passengers get two USB-C ports. Our SE R-Line test model included wireless charging but offered only one USB-C port for second-row passengers and none for the third row.
We found the various advanced driver aids to be well behaved and easy to use. Our only gripe stems from the adaptive cruise control system, which was slow to respond in stop-and-go traffic. The Tiguan's lane keeping assist works well on the open highway but loses its effectiveness with anything more than a gentle bend.
Thankfully smartphone integration through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is standard, and front passengers get two USB-C ports. Our SE R-Line test model included wireless charging but offered only one USB-C port for second-row passengers and none for the third row.
We found the various advanced driver aids to be well behaved and easy to use. Our only gripe stems from the adaptive cruise control system, which was slow to respond in stop-and-go traffic. The Tiguan's lane keeping assist works well on the open highway but loses its effectiveness with anything more than a gentle bend.
Storage
7.5/10
How’s the storage? Tiguans equipped with three rows of seats get 12 cubic feet behind the last row, which is on par for what you get from other compact three-row SUVs. Folding the third-row seats results in 33 cubes, and doing the same to the second-row seats maxes out the three-row Tiguan to 65.3 cubic feet. If cargo capacity is more important than passenger count, note that the two-row Tiguan offers 37.6 cubes and a more generous 73.4 cubes when all the seats are down. Those numbers are similar to those of other compact two-row SUVs like the RAV4 and CR-V.
Inside, the Tiguan treats its front occupants with fully lined door pockets and center console, so things don't rattle around as much. The cupholders work well to hold a variety of bottle sizes. There's even a handy tray on top of the dash for sunglasses. Towing is not the Tiguan's strong suit and it is rated for only 1,500 pounds once a hitch has been installed by the dealer. By contrast, the Kia Sorento can pull up to 3,500 pounds.
Inside, the Tiguan treats its front occupants with fully lined door pockets and center console, so things don't rattle around as much. The cupholders work well to hold a variety of bottle sizes. There's even a handy tray on top of the dash for sunglasses. Towing is not the Tiguan's strong suit and it is rated for only 1,500 pounds once a hitch has been installed by the dealer. By contrast, the Kia Sorento can pull up to 3,500 pounds.
Fuel Economy
8.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The front-wheel-drive Tiguan's EPA-estimated fuel economy of 26 mpg combined is unremarkable. In fact, that's very similar to the Kia Sorento, and that SUV has an extra 100 horsepower. But on Edmunds' real-world evaluation route, our test Tiguan returned an excellent 30 mpg, and did so using only the required 87 octane gasoline.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Tiguan a good value? If you're willing to pay for the extra versatility a third row of seating provides, the Tiguan can represent a fairly good bargain in the compact SUV segment. The materials and features don't always match what some rivals offer, but the Tiguan's overall look and style are premium and modern.
Volkswagen offers fairly standard warranties of four years/50,000 miles for both bumper-to-bumper and powertrain coverage. Roadside assistance is included for three years/36,000 miles, and free scheduled maintenance is a generous two years/20,000 miles.
Volkswagen offers fairly standard warranties of four years/50,000 miles for both bumper-to-bumper and powertrain coverage. Roadside assistance is included for three years/36,000 miles, and free scheduled maintenance is a generous two years/20,000 miles.
Wildcard
7.5/10
Volkswagen styled the Tiguan to good effect. This compact SUV looks more expensive than it actually is. The driving experience is less appealing, however. It's a comfortable SUV but not particularly rewarding to drive.
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan trim level differences
Volkswagen offers the 2023 Tiguan SUV in four trim levels: S, SE, SE R-Line Black and SEL R-Line. They all have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (184 horsepower, 221 lb-ft of torque) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard with the S, SE and SE R-Line Black trims, as is a third-row seat. All-wheel drive is optional for these versions of the Tiguan, and it eliminates the third row. The SEL R-Line includes standard all-wheel drive, hill descent control and two rows.
Which Tiguan trim does Edmunds recommend?
The midtrim SE is admittedly quite a bit more expensive than the entry-level Tiguan S. But its robust list of upgrades is well worth the extra spend. A power liftgate, adjustable lumbar for the front passenger, wireless smartphone compatibility and dual-zone climate control all make the everyday driving experience a bit better, while the synthetic leather upholstery makes your German SUV feel more premium. It also lacks the annoying touch-capacitive steering wheel controls of the SE R-Line Black just one step up the ladder.
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Georgia
$134/mo for Tiguan S
Tiguan S
vs
$169/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Reliability
The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #27 out of 29 among Compact SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average
#27 out of 29 among Compact SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$569/yr
vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
Frequency
1.69x/yr
vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
Severity
12.7%
vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV
for Average Compact SUV
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Recalls
1 recall foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 25V082000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- VW: 91NY,
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 29569
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Volkswagen owners April 10, 2025. Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91NY and (Audi) 90AV.
Warranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 7 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 2 years / 20,000 miles
Volkswagen Tiguan Owner Reviews
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Excellent value!
4 out of 5 starsDenver Duke, 12/11/2021
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line Black 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Likes include the solid build quality and sleek, modern looks, esp. on this SE-R-Line. I also like the peppier tune on this 2022, 2.0L engine vs. previous years which I've owned. Here in Denver there is a good selection of real cars that are on dealer lots unlike Subaru, Toyota, Honda. This is a tremendous plus to be able to drive an actual car before you buy it!
Dislikes include the … fussy, haptic controls on the steering wheel and for the climate controls. Once you get used to them, they are acceptable. They look modern and work well, but I sometimes have to take my eyes off the road to adjust them
This AWD car exceeds EPA mileage estimates as did my previous VWs. My car's computer is currently showing 29.5 mpg overall average after 3200 miles of mixed driving (70% hwy.)
Some older reviews complain that this car lacks power but I completely disagree. Especially at altitude, the 2022 Tiguan easily outperforms the new Forester. I tested several.
Some more likes I just thought of: Beautiful LED, interior ambient lighting can be adjusted for colors and intensity or turned off. Headlights are crisp, white LEDs that light the road nicely without blinding other drivers. The auto-dimming, frameless rear-view mirror also has a compass built in along with Homelink remote.
20k mile review, still a solid VW product!
5 out of 5 starsPaulB, 08/25/2022
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Likes- solid car, dependable, handling, many driving style options.
Dislikes- Expensive oil changes, factory tires, brake wear,
Overall- I love Germans cars, had them all.. I opted to upgrade tires to a larger size, 235/60/17 major change in ride quality, handling.. I use 5-30 20k engine oil, as the factory had no choice to meet US EPA thinner oil for MPG. Zero effect on anything. … Quieter engine now. 5k oil changes.. 20k is absurd!! My last VW had 300k miles when I sold it. No issues ever. This car will not disappoint, highly recommend.
This is our 2nd Tiguan SEL
5 out of 5 starsGeneralmgr, 05/24/2022
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
We liked the first one so much, a 2019 SEL Premium R Line, that we traded it in on a 2022 SEL. My wife loves loves loves this car. She's not into the tech stuff, she just likes how easy it is to drive and how comfortable it is to ride in while still handling well. She routinely gets over 30mpg on average, including 35+ on the highway. My only complaint is that the ride is just a bit … stiffer than I prefer. It was on our 2019 too, and when we replaced the tires we got some with a slightly larger sidewall and that made a world of difference....so we will do the same when the time comes on our 2022. I drive a LOT of rentals when traveling for work, and when I get home and drive this SUV I'm always saying I can't believe how much better I like it than other every other SUV I rent.
2022 SEL R-Line AWD ble ext/Storm gray int
4 out of 5 starsNeneTX, 07/12/2022
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
OK so I had a 2019 SE FWD Tiguan with the two tone golden oak interior that I traded in for the 2022 all-wheel-drive SEL RLine… There is no third row, there is air heated and cooled seating controls for the front driver and passenger, there is wave technology where you can just use your hand to wave it in front of the screen to get to the menu you are looking for, you can change the … color of the interior lighting which I absolutely love because I’m a freaking toddler, and the fact that I can drive in snow or whatever with this vehicle without the third row seating… Makes me super excited because of SnowMageddon that happened in Texas… I absolutely love this car! It is fun to drive, fuel economy is pretty good, it beautiful in blue with the light gray interior, There are so many safety features I took my niece for her first driving lesson in this car a week after I got it in an empty parking lot and she did fantastic! It is a huge confidence builder for those that question their driving abilities. I love my car, I don’t miss the third row (it’s really not comfortable for adults anyway and with all wheel drive you do not get a third row), I love that the steering wheel has a heated feature because my hands are always freezing #Raynauds, The navigation and all the other features other than the charging that doesn’t go through my cell phone case… I love SUV. This is absolutely my favorite car, I have been a Volkswagen enthusiast since 2008… I feel like this is a grown-up version of all the things I love about VW.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, so we've included reviews for other years of the Tiguan since its last redesign.
2023 Tiguan Highlights
S
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $26,950 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $134/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.0 cu.ft. |
front wheel drive | |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Tiguan models:
- Automatic Post-Collision Braking
- Brings the Tiguan to a stop as soon as possible after a collision to limit or avoid a secondary crash after the airbags have deployed.
- Travel Assist
- A hands-on driver assist system that combines adaptive cruise control with a lane keeping system to reduce driver effort on the highway.
- Emergency Assist
- With Travel Assist active, Emergency Assist can detect an unresponsive driver and bring the Tiguan to a safe stop.
NHTSA Overall Rating
4 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover16.9%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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