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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan AWD 2.0T SE 4Motion

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan AWD 2.0T SE 4Motion is a 200-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $33,365 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 200 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and 207 lb-ft of torque at 1700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,365 ($45,182 *)
MSRP with Destination$34,230 ($46,353 *)
Destination Charge$865
Engine
Engine Type2.0L DOHC 16-valve turbocharged TSI inline-4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower200 hp @ 5,100 rpm
Torque207 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Bore and Stroke82.5 x 92.8
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeDirect injection (TSI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll-wheel drive (4MOTION)
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded gasoline
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (18.5 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen TIGUAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 17, 2019 · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.

Consequence: Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.

NHTSA campaign 19V535000

Jun 24, 2016 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.

Consequence: If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.

NHTSA campaign 16V464000

97 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen TIGUAN

Owner Complaints

97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen TIGUAN (4 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags37
Electrical System27
Unknown Or Other23
Steering13
Engine10
Structure6
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 19, 2026 · Steering
“Steering failure all of a sudden safety concern steering became very difficult the steering wheel became stiff and felt really unsafe. Red light for the steering turned on.”
Jul 12, 2026 · Engine
“* Purchase Date: January 23, 2016 * Current Mileage: Approximately 71,500 miles For the past several months, my vehicle has experienced continuous engine oil loss. The oil level drops approximately…”
Feb 15, 2026 · Unknown Or Other Fire
“UNKNOWN INCIDENT. I had a 2016 VW Tiguan with just over 80k miles (approximately 80,200 mi). On 1/6/2026 about 10 min after driving home from the gym, I heard a small explosion from the garage where…”
Nov 3, 2025 · Steering, Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine
“The contact's friend owns a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The…”
Oct 26, 2025 · Steering
“I’ll be driving for 2-10 minutes and power steering cuts out. Wheel will jerk a little and alarm will sound with the alert light remaining red through remainder of drive. Sometimes it will not work at…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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