2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 8 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: First generation (5N) - Facelift.
- Length174.5 in
- Width71.2 in
- Height67.1 in
- Wheelbase102.5 in
- Ground clearance6.9 in
- Curb weight3,404 lb – 3,591 lb
- Length174.5 in
- Height67.1 in
- Wheelbase102.5 in
- Ground clearance6.9 in
- Curb weight3,404 lb – 3,591 lb
- Width71.2 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 174.5 in · 71.2 in · 67.1 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x112, bore 57.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P255/40HR19.0 BSW AS, P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS, P235/50HR18.0 BSW AS, 215/65R16…. Tire sizes
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Exterior dimensions
| Length | 174.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 71.2 in |
| Height | 67.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.1 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 39.0 in |
| Front legroom | 40.1 in |
| Rear legroom | 35.8 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.2 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in |
| Passenger volume | 95.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 23.8 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,404 lb – 3,591 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,806 lb – 4,960 lb |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,200 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 207 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P255/40HR19.0 BSW AS
- P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS
- P235/50HR18.0 BSW AS
- 215/65R16
- 235/45R19
- 235/50R18
- 235/55R17
- 255/35R20
- 255/40R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger21"
- Rear13"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- H4
- H5-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-405 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (8 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-Line 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3591 |
| R-Line 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3404 |
| S 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3591 |
| S 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | 6.9 | 3404 |
| SE 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3591 |
| SE 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3404 |
| SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3591 |
| SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive | 174.5 | 71.2 | 67.1 | 102.5 | — | 3404 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (First generation (5N) - Facelift): years 2012–2017. View model overview