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- MY2009–2027
Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
19 model years · 2009–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Volkswagen Tiguan fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Volkswagen Tiguan for 19 model years, 2009 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 20–29 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 4 configurations rated 25–29 MPG combined and costing $2,240–$2,630 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2009 is the 2027 S 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, at 29 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Volkswagen Tiguan MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2027* (CT1) Generation page | ||
| 2027 (partial) | 25–29 | $2,240–$2,630 |
| 2026 | 25–29 | $2,250–$2,640 |
| 2025 | 25–29 | $2,250–$2,580 |
| 2018-2024 (AD1) Generation page | ||
| 2024 | 24–27 | $2,430–$2,680 |
| 2023 | 24–27 | $2,430–$2,710 |
| 2022 | 24–26 | $2,540–$2,710 |
| 2021 | 24–25 | $2,600–$2,740 |
| 2020 | 23–25 | $2,620–$2,850 |
| 2019 | 24–25 | $2,630–$2,710 |
| 2018 | 22–24 | $2,710–$3,710 |
| 2009-2017 (5N) Generation page | ||
| 2017 | 21–22 | $3,680–$3,790 |
| 2016 | 22–23 | $3,570–$3,580 |
| 2015 | 22–23 | $3,570–$3,590 |
| 2014 | 21–23 | $3,570–$3,810 |
| 2013 | 21–23 | $3,550–$3,810 |
| 2012 | 21–24 | $3,420–$3,810 |
| 2011 | 21–22 | $3,660–$3,810 |
| 2010 | 20–21 | $3,830–$4,020 |
| 2009 | 20–21 | $3,830–$4,020 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Volkswagen Tiguan generations
3 generations between 2009 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Volkswagen Tiguan's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Volkswagen Tiguan run 20–29 MPG across model years 2009 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 25–29 MPG.
Which Volkswagen Tiguan model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan S 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2009, at 29 MPG.
How much does a Volkswagen Tiguan cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,240–$2,630 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,240.
Has the Volkswagen Tiguan's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 21 MPG in 2009 to 29 MPG in 2027, 8 MPG more.
How many generations of the Volkswagen Tiguan are there?
EPA data covers 3 generations of the Volkswagen Tiguan: 2025-2027*, 2018-2024, 2009-2017. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.