Overview & Reviews

For 2013, the Volkswagen Tiguan carries over largely unchanged. All models now come with a standard leather-wrapped steering wheel. Volkswagen also drops the LE trim level.

• Premium cabin materials
• Composed ride and handling
• Solid build quality.
• Lively turbocharged engine

• Shy on cargo space
• Pricey compared to the competition.

User Reviews:

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  Pretty to Look at - Not fun to drive - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By gennac - August 16 - 8:52 am

  The interior is very comfortable with great features. Performance lags -- down right awful on hot summer day w/AC on. Not only does it guzzle down a lot more gas - expensive premium gas I may add but it becomes erratic when idling or in traffic. Try taking your foot off the brake when in traffic with the ac on and watch your car lurch forward without giving it gas. Not to mention the sound it makes while your foot is on the brake while the engine sounds like a helicopter hovering overhead.

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  pricy/ fun/ some improvements - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By besmooth - June 12 - 12:37 am

  upscale fit and finish fun to drive great acceleration transmission droning sounds test drive it for a while

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  My GTIs Big Brother - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By npsgti - January 19 - 1:33 am

  Just got the 13 Tiguan S w/panoramic sunroof & mat kit for my wife and we love this car. Small CUV that handles like a sport sedan with all tried and true German automotive attributes: sophisticated & understated interior and exterior styling, satisfying performance & handling and rock solid build. After driving both the S and SE, the S is already so well equipped incl. leather wrapped multi-function steering wheel, MFD display, bluetooth etc. that we couldnt justify the extra $5k or so for leatherette and lower profile tires. Great ride, great family car, excellent lease deals to be had.

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  Love The Tiguan - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By roger8989 - October 24 - 12:05 am

  Lots of power,Drives positive like a sports car,went on a trip using premium fuel 31mpg hiway Chilliwack Volkswagon(keith) gave me a great deal and there are quite a few other Tiguans around now so I assume others have had a great deal also! I talked to someone complaining about lugging but it is supposed to keep it in the highest gear possible to keep the RPMs down to save fuel (it is doing what it is supposed to do lol!)

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  Seemed great until... - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By griffk - September 12 - 5:54 am

  I will be honest with you, Im a Ford guy. But the wife came home with the Tig and at first I was pretty impressed. Quick little car, nice interior, great on gas. That was 20,000 miles ago. Now, if I knew more about the crash test ratings I would put the "peoples car" out of its misery. Moved from Texas to Michigan, apparently, our vehicle didnt appreciate the cold. According to VW, the EPC went out due to weather. $900 for replacing and again, due to weather, this time humidity, EPC out again. According to VW, "a number of vehicles are experiencing this type of difficulty, but not more than half." [non-permissible content removed].

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  Love this VW - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By jas0903 - April 19 - 7:01 pm

  I test drove everything from Kia to Mercedes before buying the Tiguan, and this was a stand out vehicle from them all. The solid build quality, quiet cabin and quick turbo engine sold me on this one. It has a "fun to drive" factor that most small suvs do not. There is plenty of cabin room even in the back seat which slides forward and back and/or lays flat for more cargo room. If it werent for the height and extra room you would think you were driving a GTI. Very sporty, quick and fun! Overall thrilled with my purchase!

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  Best Volkswagen Yet - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By erikn206 - June 4 - 12:39 am

  This is my third and favorite Volkswagen. My first was a 95 Jetta, then a 07 4Motion Passat Wagon, and now this 2013 Tiguan. The interior is well laid out and comfy. The giant sunroof is just cool. This small crossover SUV has some trade-offs with my previous wagon. Its tallness makes it easier to maneuver in the city, but its smallness means it doesnt feel as solid and smooth over the studded tire ruts on the freeway. After two longer highway trips Im used to it and wouldnt go back. The transmission holds a low gear when you crest steep hills. Its a little noisy and strange at first, but works well to keep the car from accelerating rapidly at the crest of the hill.

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  The perfect car for city drivers - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By selitos - April 29 - 4:20 am

  My fiance wanted an SUV via a lease, I wanted a CC. Knowing we couldnt afford both, the Tiguan was the perfect domestic compromise. Ive seen in many reviews how the Tiguan is a poor value and I absolutely disagree. We wanted AWD, Sunroof, Bluetooth, a peppy engine, fuel efficiency, and a reasonable payment. The Tiguan S delivered on all these save fuel efficiency (20/26 awd is passable and not a deal-breaker). The SEL may have a bloated price, but the base S is definitely a good value. The Tiguans 2.0 TSI is a great engine. The car feels sporty but also compliant over rough roads. The cargo room leaves much to be desired, but living in the city the maneuverability is quite welcome

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  2013 VW Tiguan - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By lgpod - March 3 - 11:18 pm

  I love my 2013 VW Tiguan S. Its build with quality, and great design on both the exterior and interior. With the manuel 6 speed transmission, the pick up and handling are excellent, which makes having to use premium gas much less painful. The engine is extremely quite and very responsive. Cargo room could be a bit more generous. Overall a great vehicle!

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  Great car! - 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
  By justanyguy - December 23 - 5:11 am

  I am a faithful VW driver, 4 vehicles over the last 13 years. You either love em or hate em! I buy Volkswagons for German styling, fit and finish, and enjoyable driving experience. They fit a pricing niche above Toyotas and Hondas and below Audi and BMW.The Tiguan is a typical example of a stylish, functional and truly enjoyable vehicle. Among the reasons to enjoy a Tiguan, is not being one of every ten cars on the road being a CRV or a Rav4.