

James Wong
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid review
Pros
- Nicely refined on-road manners
- Excellent efficiency and EV range
- Solid value against legacy brands
Cons
- No AWD
- Cheapest variant is still over $60k
- 200TSI R-Line lacks verve
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The Volkswagen Tiguan is a mid-sized SUV and one of the brand's most important models in Australia. It targets families who want a practical five-seat SUV with European refinement, strong safety technology and a more polished driving feel than many mainstream rivals. The Tiguan range has traditionally offered a broad spread of engines and equipment levels, from efficient everyday variants to sportier R-Line and performance-focused versions. Its strengths are cabin quality, comfortable road manners and a balanced size that works for both school runs and longer highway trips. It competes in a crowded segment, but its blend of practicality, technology and restrained design keeps it among the more premium-feeling mainstream SUVs.
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The Volkswagen Tiguan comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Life and the most expensive being Wolfsburg Edition.


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2024
$48,212
2025
$49,357
2026
$50,050
2025
$55,342
2026
$56,140
2025
$60,907
2026
$61,810
2024
$61,947
2024
$65,622
2024
$69,226
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,539 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,842 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,099 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,700 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Volkswagen Tiguan Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.







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The cheapest Volkswagen Tiguan is the Life variant that starts from $50,050.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line variant that starts from $77,245.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Tiguan is 2300 kg offered by the following variants: R-Line and Elegance.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line variant which measures 1859mm wide, 4539mm in length and sits 1666mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan is the R-Line variant which has 195kW of power and 400nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The Volkswagen Tiguan uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
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†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.