Model year guide

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited at a glance

Owner complaints6
Combined23 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited trims & engines on record

Trims
4Motion Base · Base
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen tiguan limited model years

2017

2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited get?

The 2018 Volkswagen tiguan limited has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (20 city / 26 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.