2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

The exterior of the 2025 Tiguan is bold, expressive, and unmistakably modern. From the very first glance, you’ll notice the full-width LED light bar that connects slim, angular headlamps—giving the front fascia a striking, high-tech look. Along the sides, taut body lines and flush door handles create a smooth, refined silhouette that feels more premium than ever. Depending on the trim you choose, you’ll see a range of wheel options from 17-inch alloys on the base model to bold 20-inch diamond-cut wheels on sportier trims. Higher trims like the R-Line also introduce dynamic elements such as gloss black accents, a contrasting roof option, and more aggressive bumpers. In the rear, a pronounced roof spoiler, 3D-effect LED tail lamps, and a wraparound light strip give the Tiguan a sense of movement even when parked. And with fresh color options like Monterey Blue Pearl, Avocado Green, and Sandstone Uni, there’s a finish to match every taste.

Beneath the sculpted hood of the 2025 Tiguan lies a refined and more responsive version of Volkswagen’s trusted 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. Now producing 201 horsepower, this updated powerplant delivers noticeable gains in acceleration while maintaining smooth, fuel-conscious performance. Torque delivery is instant and confident, particularly during city driving or while merging onto the highway. The power increase is matched by a significant reduction in weight—roughly 170 pounds lighter than the outgoing model—helping the Tiguan feel more agile and eager. Paired with a responsive 8-speed automatic transmission, the new engine keeps things quiet and composed at all speeds. Whether you opt for the front-wheel-drive configuration or Volkswagen’s 4MOTION all-wheel drive, you’ll enjoy an engine tuned for real-world power and long-term reliability.

Behind the wheel, the 2025 Tiguan is surprisingly refined and impressively composed. Thanks to its new chassis architecture and rebalanced suspension, the ride is smoother and quieter than ever before. Volkswagen engineers have fine-tuned every detail—from suspension geometry to weight distribution—to ensure it handles confidently on both tight urban corners and wide-open country roads. Steering is sharp and accurate, especially with the available progressive steering system that adjusts input based on speed. Road noise is kept at bay with added sound insulation, double-paned glass, and laminated windshield construction—giving the cabin a near-luxury hush. The new Tiguan also offers multiple driving modes, easily selectable with a tactile rotary dial on the center console. Whether you’re driving through snow, rain, or dry pavement, the Tiguan adapts with intuitive traction and ride settings. All-wheel-drive models gain additional features like Hill Descent Control and increased towing capacity—making the Tiguan as capable as it is comfortable.

Step inside, and the 2025 Tiguan feels like a step into the future of compact SUVs. Volkswagen has taken a minimalist approach to layout, but loaded the cabin with tactile quality and smart technology. The gear shifter has been moved to the steering column, opening up the center console for more usable storage. This redesign also creates a cleaner, more open feel throughout the cabin. Standard features include a crisp 10.25-inch digital cockpit display and a 12.9-inch touchscreen that anchors the dash. On premium trims, a massive 15-inch display is available along with a full-color head-up display that projects key info onto the windshield. Material quality is top-tier. Upper trims offer American walnut wood inlays, stitched dashboard panels, and Savona leather seating surfaces. The available massaging front seats, heated rear seats, and dual-zone climate control elevate the experience even further. Ambient lighting adds a layer of atmosphere with 10 standard colors (and up to 30 on upper trims), customizable to match your mood or drive mode. The “Atmospheres” feature goes even further—synchronizing cabin lighting and sound with audio settings to transform your drive into an immersive experience. Every inch of the interior is designed with usability and elegance in mind.

Safety takes a front seat in the 2025 Tiguan, with a more advanced and comprehensive suite of systems than ever before. Every model comes standard with Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE system, a suite of intelligent safety and driver-assistance features that includes adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Emergency Assist. Travel Assist—standard on all trims—offers semi-autonomous capabilities, keeping you centered in your lane while adjusting to the flow of traffic in real time. For added protection, the new Tiguan includes ten airbags throughout the cabin—up from six in the previous generation. This includes new side airbags for rear passengers, a front center airbag to reduce head contact during side impacts, and a driver knee airbag. Available upgrades such as Park Assist Plus with memory, a 360-degree overhead camera, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Dynamic Light Assist ensure the Tiguan not only watches the road, but also thinks ahead.