Used 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2021 Tiguan is available in five trim levels: S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL and SEL Premium R-Line. All models are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (184 horsepower, 221 lb-ft of torque) paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. A third row of seats is standard on front-wheel-drive models and optional on all-wheel-drive versions.
Which Tiguan trim does Edmunds recommend?
Higher trims of the Tiguan become very flashy very fast, so we like the SE and its modest yet convenient standard features. With it, you'll get upgraded cabin materials plus heated front seats for added comfort. We especially like the technology included, such as abundant USB ports and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on an 8-inch touchscreen.
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Comparing average pricing near
Ewa Beach, HI
| Vehicle | Tiguan S | Tiguan SE | Tiguan SE R-Line Black | Tiguan SEL | Tiguan SEL Premium R-Line |
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| Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features | Features |
| Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Navigation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | standard | standard |
| Satellite radio | Not Available | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Keyless Ignition | Not Available | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Adaptive cruise control | Not Available | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Parking assistance | Not Available | Not Available | standard | standard | standard |
| Upholstery | cloth | leatherette | leatherette | leatherette | leather |
| Heated seats | Not Available | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Sunroof | Not Available | optional | standard | standard | standard |
| Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | ||||
| Engine power | 184 hp @ 4,360 rpm | 184 hp @ 4,360 rpm | 184 hp @ 4,360 rpm | 184 hp @ 4,360 rpm | 184 hp @ 4,360 rpm |
| Engine torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm | 221 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l |
| Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Tire size | 215/65R17 | 215/65R17 | 255/40R20 | 235/50R19 | 255/40R20 |
| Wheel size | 17 X 7.0-in | 17 X 7.0-in | 20 X 8.5-in | 19 X 7.0-in | 20 X 8.5-in |
| Wheel type | alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
| Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 23 / 29 / 25 MPG | 23 / 29 / 25 MPG | 23 / 29 / 25 MPG | 23 / 29 / 25 MPG | 21 / 27 / 24 MPG |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Driving Range (city/hwy) | 366 / 461 miles | 366 / 461 miles | 366 / 461 miles | 366 / 461 miles | 344 / 443 miles |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
| Turning circle | 37.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. |
| Curb weight | 3,735 lb. | 3,735 lb. | 3,735 lb. | 3,735 lb. | 3,825 lb. |
| Ground Clearance | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - | - | - |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. |
| Height | 66.3 in. | 66.3 in. | 66.3 in. | 66.3 in. | 66.3 in. |
| Length | 185.1 in. | 185.1 in. | 185.1 in. | 185.1 in. | 185.1 in. |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in. | 109.8 in. | 109.8 in. | 109.8 in. | 109.8 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Cargo Space | 12.0 cu. ft. | 12.0 cu. ft. | 12.0 cu. ft. | 12.0 cu. ft. | 37.6 cu. ft. |
| Front Head Room | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. | 39.6 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 40.2 in. | 40.2 in. | 40.2 in. | 40.2 in. | 40.2 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. |
| Rear Head Room | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 38.9 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. | 36.6 in. | 38.7 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.9 in. | 55.8 in. |
| Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
| True Cost to Own® | $43,304 | $44,685 | $45,159 | $46,411 | $49,129 |
| Average Cost Per Mile | $0.58 | $0.6 | $0.6 | $0.62 | $0.66 |
| Depreciation | $10,040 | $10,611 | $10,104 | $11,976 | $12,081 |
| Financing | $3,332 | $3,590 | $3,965 | $3,895 | $4,584 |
| Taxes & Fees | $1,176 | $1,227 | $1,301 | $1,287 | $1,424 |
| Fuel | $14,684 | $14,684 | $14,684 | $14,684 | $15,297 |
| Insurance | $4,810 | $4,995 | $4,995 | $5,033 | $5,071 |
| Maintenance | $6,100 | $6,416 | $6,948 | $6,374 | $7,195 |
| Repairs | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,477 |
| Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
| Interior | Titan Black, cloth Storm Gray, cloth | Storm Gray, leatherette Titan Black, leatherette | Storm Gray, leatherette Titan Black, leatherette | Storm Gray, leatherette Titan Black, leatherette | Saffrano Orange/Black, leather Titan Black, leather Storm Gray, leather |
| Exterior | Deep Black Pearl Platinum Gray Metallic Pure White Atlantic Blue Metallic Pyrite Silver Metallic | Deep Black Pearl Platinum Gray Metallic Pure White Cardinal Red Metallic Atlantic Blue Metallic Pyrite Silver Metallic Stone Blue Metallic | Pyrite Silver Metallic Deep Black Pearl Platinum Gray Metallic Pure White | Deep Black Pearl Platinum Gray Metallic Pure White Cardinal Red Metallic Atlantic Blue Metallic Pyrite Silver Metallic Stone Blue Metallic | Deep Black Pearl Platinum Gray Metallic Pure White Atlantic Blue Metallic Pyrite Silver Metallic Stone Blue Metallic |