Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Tiguan is Volkswagen's first entry in the compact crossover SUV segment. It's based on VW's small-car platform and boasts a turbocharged engine and European-flavored driving dynamics.

• Peppy turbo engine, composed handling, comfortable ride, upscale cabin ambiance, solid build quality.

• Shy on cargo space, pricey compared to the competition.

User Reviews:

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  One Week - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By KirkyMD - July 24 - 6:26 pm

  After almost a year and a half of research, I finally decided to go with the VW Tiguan. Moving from a Ford Explorer AWD V8, this is definitely a change. The Tiguan is lower so its height is somewhere in between a mid-size SUV and a car. The ride is great considering the wheel-base, yet still offers plenty of room for four adults to travel comfortably. The 4 cylinder has obviously less power, but itll move when its needed. I was initially worried about cargo space, and while it is certainly smaller than what Im used to, it allows for most common trips the store without having to put the seats down. All in all, very pleased. Im hoping this vehicle lasts for a while.

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  As Advertised - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By RJDOZ - June 15 - 4:56 pm

  I normally do not rate a vehicle until I have 30K+ miles on it but I just had to share my pleasure with this vehicle with you. I currently have 8K miles on this SE with no problems. Im a salesman and Im on the road alot for my job hauling good size samples. Not as much room as my previous 4runner (which my wife now drives) but enough room to get the job done. Back seat room is larger than you would think and the rear split seats fold down flat which works well for me. Really a nice ride, fun to drive, gas mileage as advertised, and the 4motion has really been a champ in this tough Midwest winter. I drove about everything in this class but I kept coming back to the Tiguan.

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  Fuel Problem/Engine lights on - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By Norm - May 2 - 5:33 pm

  My car is only a moth old and they already replace gas cap due to engine light on. After a few months later another problem occur fuel gauge not working & showing fuel tank not full. Number on the dash board keep changing and not accurate.

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  worry about quality - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By yanhua - April 1 - 1:18 pm

  Unfortunately, my 2009 Tiguan has big problems. At 36000miles, water pump was broken. At 40000 miles, oil is leaky. It cost me about $2000 to fix the problems.

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  Love my Little Tiggi - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By cpalafox - March 7 - 8:05 pm

  I bought this car with 20k miles, and have put 10k in the 2 months Ive had it. And im happy to report that I have not had any issues with it. Only problem I have is the squeeky/grinding of the brakes. or rattling when I suddenly step on them. It came with a navigation system that was installed by the first owner and it irritates me. radio wont come on when I want, cant hook up my ipod or hear music from my phone on pandora. And the fact that the radio shuts down and tells me "I am going over the speed limit kills me!! But overall Im happy with it..

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  Whats up with the brakes? - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By Second Thoughts - January 24 - 1:33 am

  I owned my car for 3 months and the brakes started squeaking. Took it to dealer who says brakes had a little dust and they clean them. One month later same and worse. Rain, early morning worst, but sunshine too. Im simply embarrassed that I drive a new car with less than 10,000 miles that screams like it needs a serious brake job, thats dust? Never had any stopping problems and love the car otherwise. More later when dealer looks at the car again. Not too happy right now.

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  Stunned - 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By bomo0119 - January 9 - 9:33 pm

  Im totally stunned!! The gas mileage of my Tiguan rivals that of my Honda but the build quality far exceeds ANY vehicle in its class. I feel like Im driving a near luxury vehicle. I was very nervous about paying cash for a vehicle, but now if I could Id buy one for everyone in my family. Safe, stable (feels like its glued to the road) and just out and out FUN TO DRIVE!