Volkswagen Tiguan I (2009–2017)

Volkswagen Tiguan I (2009–2017) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Volkswagen Tiguan — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
I 2009–2017 —
Generation 2 2018–2024 —
Generation 3 2025–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Tiguan

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
VW 2.0L I4 (EA888 & predecessors) 2009–2026 32 models 139

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About this generation

Germany: Wolfsburg (Wolfsburg Volkswagen Plant); Osnabrück (2016–2018) China: Anting (SAIC-VW) Russia: Kaluga (Volkswagen Group Rus) Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City (World Auto) Volkswagen Passat (B6) Volkswagen Sharan (7N) Škoda Superb (3T) SEAT Alhambra (7N) The first generation Tiguan was initially shown as a concept vehicle at the LA Auto Show in November 2006. The production form of the Tiguan was revealed online in June 2007 following a prototype preview in Namibia, before being officially launched at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September 2007.

The Tiguan went on sale in Europe in early 2008, and was initially available with two engines, a 2.0-litre TDI and a 1.4-litre TSI petrol unit. All first generation Tiguans featured two-row seating and transversely mounted four-cylinder engines. Production began in the end of 2007 at Volkswagen's subsidiary Auto 5000 in Wolfsburg and continued subsequently under the company's standard contract arrangements, at Wolfsburg and in Kaluga, Russia.

The first generation Tiguan is based on the PQ46 platform, which is shared with the four corporate siblings, Volkswagen Passat (B6), Volkswagen Sharan (7N), Škoda Superb (3T) and SEAT Alhambra (7N). A common misconception is that the Tiguan is built on the PQ35 chassis that underpins the Mk5 and Mk6 generation Volkswagen Golf. While the PQ46 chassis is based upon the PQ35 platform, there are several differences between the more entry level PQ35 and the mid range PQ46.

It shares the same dashboard design with the Golf Plus. The Tiguan in Europe was offered worldwide in various trim levels. In the United States, trim levels included S, SE, and SEL. In the United Kingdom, trim levels were S, Match, Sport, and Escape. In Canada, trim levels were Trendline, Comfortline, and Highline with an optional sport package. In Russia and other markets, trim levels included Trend & Fun, Sport & Style, and Track & Field.

European markets received an R-Line trim level beginning in 2010. The Trend & Fun specification offered a maximum approach angle of 18 degrees. Features included six airbags, ESP, Trailer Stability Program integrated with the ESP, ISOFIX child seat anchorages on the rear bench and electronic parking brake with auto hold function, RCD 210 radio with integrated CD player, semi automatic climate control system, four electric window lifts, electrically adjustable and heated outside mirrors, trip computer, RF remote control of central locking and various storage compartments and bins.

Sport & Style offered additional features, including 17-inch alloy wheels, chrome roof rail, chrome strips on front bumper and surrounding side window lining, tinted windows, sport seats with height adjustable lumbar supports centre console with folding and height adjustable armrest, folding front passenger seat, drawers under the front seats, folding table and storage pockets on the backs of the front seats, leather for steering wheel, gear shift knob and gear shift boot, fabric seats with Alcantara accents, cruise control system and tire pressure indicator.

The Track & Field package featured a redesigned front module, with a 28-degree approach angle (instead of 18-degree), hill descent assistant, modified driving pedal characteristic, EDS adaptation (electronic differential locks are activated at the slightest slip), ABS adaptation (which aids with braking on loose substrates), hill ascent assistance, automatic transmission gear level pre-selection (including optimal engine braking effect), 16-inch alloy wheels, tire pressure indicator, black roof rails, engine underbody protection, compass display, special door impact guard strips and seats with adjustable lumbar support.

The import version of Tiguan appeared on the Chinese market in 2009, with a locally built version (aka Shanghai-Volkswagen Tiguan) debuting at 2009 Guangzhou Motor Show. The Chinese built Tiguan is LWB（2684mm）uses 1.8-litre TSI and 2.0-litre TSI , and has a revised front fascia.

Source: Wikipedia — Volkswagen Tiguan — First generation (5N; 2007), CC BY-SA.

Market by model year

Year Units for sale Median price Vs newest Avg mileage
2015 133 $9,784 84% 94,658 mi
2016 224 $9,999 85% 93,762 mi
2017 297 $11,700 100% 88,047 mi

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Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2009 3 166 Engine, Electrical System, Power Train
2010 2 110 Engine, Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
2011 3 160 Engine, Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
2012 3 152 Engine, Air Bags, Electrical System
2013 3 139 Air Bags, Electrical System, Engine
2014 3 84 Air Bags, Electrical System, Steering
2015 4 62 Air Bags, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
2016 2 96 Air Bags, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
2017 4 75 Air Bags, Engine, Steering

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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