

James Wong
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan review
Pros
- Premium finishes and tech
- Punchy turbo performance
- Practical interior packaging
Cons
- No hybrid option... yet
- Pricier than Asian rivals
- Squeaky mirror on our tester
24 Days Ago
The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $33,990.
There is 1 variant of the Tiguan available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2009.
The 2011 Tiguan was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Tiguan include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (125kW/280Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/320Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/280Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 7-speed manual automated manual sequential trans (amt) or 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
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The Volkswagen Tiguan comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


James Wong
24 Days Ago
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2024
$43,990
2025
$44,990
2026
$45,650
2025
$50,690
2026
$51,450
2025
$55,990
2026
$56,850
2024
$57,090
2024
$60,590
2024
$63,990
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,427 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,809 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,683 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,604 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,000 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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2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
The cheapest Volkswagen Tiguan is the base variant that starts from $33,990.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Tiguan is the base variant that starts from $42,990.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Tiguan is offered by the base variant which can tow 2000 kg.
See all Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Tiguan is the base variant which measures 1809mm wide, 4427mm in length and sits 1683mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan is the base variant which has 147kW of power and 280nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The Volkswagen Tiguan may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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