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2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 20–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan at a glance
The 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan covers 9 model years in the EPA database (24 configurations in all), rated 20–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $3,680 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (22 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2012.
2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $3,680–$3,790 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 22–23 MPG | $3,570–$3,580 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 22–23 MPG | $3,570–$3,590 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $3,570–$3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $3,550–$3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 21–24 MPG | $3,420–$3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $3,660–$3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 20–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 20–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,020 | First year |
What the 2017 Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$307
$3,680 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.13
Per 100 miles
$24.53
Five years
$18,400
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$790more a year
Class median $2,890 a year, MY2017
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,570 to $3,680, $110 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,680 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,790 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
22–23 MPG · $3,570–$3,580/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,570.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,570 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
22–23 MPG · $3,570–$3,590/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,570.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,570 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,590 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
21–23 MPG · $3,570–$3,810/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,550 to $3,570, $20 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,570 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,590 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,810 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
21–23 MPG · $3,550–$3,810/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,420 to $3,550, $130 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,550 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,810 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
21–24 MPG · $3,420–$3,810/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,660 to $3,420, $240 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 26 | 24 | $3,420 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,460 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,810 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
21–22 MPG · $3,660–$3,810/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,660, $170 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,660 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,750 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,810 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
20–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,020/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,830.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG
20–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,020/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $4,390 in California and $3,190 in Texas, a $1,200 difference.
- California $4,390
- Washington $4,130
- New York $3,630
- Florida $3,360
- Texas $3,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2017 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2009-2017 (5N)
- 2018-2024 (AD1)
- 2025-2027* (CT1)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan get?
EPA rates the 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan at 20–24 MPG combined across 24 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2012 Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 24 MPG (22 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2012. The lowest top rating, 21 MPG, was in 2009 and 2010.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,680 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,680–$3,790 a year. That is a $110 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan 100 miles?
About $24.53 per 100 miles for the Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $24.53 and $25.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 20 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.
How does the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan compare with other small SUV configurations?
The Tiguan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,680 a year to fuel, $790 more than the class median of $2,890, and less than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 198 rated small SUV configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan different from the 2016 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,570 to $3,680, $110 more. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2017 against 2 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan for that year.