Trim Report

Volkswagen Tiguan S2021

Includes:TIGUAN|S
$1,550
Starting From
4,393
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4,393 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,550
Max $36,008
From $1,550
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S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$5,000
$5K–$29K
714 listings70,378 avg miles
LE
From$3,500
3 listings|$4K–$9K
Limited
From$1,800
102 listings|$2K–$18K
R-Line
From$6,105
38 listings|$6K–$14K
S
From$1,550
4,393 listings|$2K–$36K
SE
From$1,375
8,768 listings|$1K–$337K
SE R-Line
From$9,500
7,972 listings|$10K–$70K
SEL
From$2,986
447 listings|$3K–$29K
SEL Premium
From$9,800
80 listings|$10K–$25K
SEL Premium R-Line
From$11,799
93 listings|$12K–$28K
SEL R-Line
From$10,499
1,467 listings|$10K–$49K
Sport
From$7,999
21 listings|$8K–$16K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$2,499
237 listings|$2K–$31K

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Tiguan S

Location data for all 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan trims combined

35States

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Volkswagen Tiguan Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan trims

Moderate

Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 115 complaints for the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan, a moderate safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

5
Recalls
115
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
20V7160002020-18-11
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V5140002022-20-07
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V0380002021-01-02
SEATS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.

The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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22V1760002022-23-03
SUSPENSION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan, Taos, and 2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. The left or right rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break.

A broken rear suspension knuckle can cause a loss of stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V2260002022-06-04
STRUCTURE:BODY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle.

An insufficiently attached spoiler may separate from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 115 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine24
02Unknown Or Other19
03Structure7
04Electrical System5
05Fuel/propulsion System5
115 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Tiguan Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan trims

24–25mpg combined
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21-23city
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27-29hwy
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$1,750-$1,800/yr

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan delivers 24 to 25 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Tiguan - Automatic (S8)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Tiguan 4motion - Automatic (S8)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city27 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S

How does the S compare to other Volkswagen Tiguan trims?

Every Volkswagen Tiguan trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S?

The S shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen Tiguan trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for engine issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Tiguan S?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Tiguan S year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen Tiguan overview compares all years side by side.

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