Volkswagen Tiguan — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
VW's popular compact SUV. Spacious, premium feel, and the diesel variants are well-suited to higher mileage drivers.
The Volkswagen Tiguan is a dominant force in the family SUV market, offering a raised driving position, solid build quality, and a highly versatile sliding rear bench. It bridges the gap between mainstream family SUVs and premium alternatives.
Engine options include the punchy 1.5-litre TSI petrol with cylinder deactivation and the highly capable 2.0-litre TDI diesel. The diesel is particularly popular with caravanners and long-distance drivers who benefit from its high towing limit and cruising range.
With a real-world average of 37 MPG for the petrol and 49 MPG for the diesel, the Tiguan is respectable for its size. Its 60-litre tank ensures a long driving range between visits to the pumps, especially on highway journeys.
TL;DR
37 MPG
Real-world petrol
49 MPG
Real-world diesel
60L
Tank capacity
£82.08
Full tank (petrol)
16.8p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Volkswagen Tiguan achieves an estimated 37 MPG (petrol) and 49 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 60-litre tank completely costs approximately £82.08 (petrol) or £85.26 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
37
Real-world MPG
Petrol
44.1
Official WLTP
Petrol
49
Real-world MPG
Diesel
57.7
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £840 | £659 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1244 | £976 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1681 | £1318 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2521 | £1978 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3362 | £2637 |
| Full tank (60L) | £82.08 | £85.26 |
| Cost per mile | 16.8p | 13.2p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Tiguan compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Tiguan
The Tiguan is tall and heavy; keeping motorway speeds at 65 mph rather than 75 mph improves fuel economy significantly.
If driving a 4MOTION all-wheel-drive model, be aware that the extra weight and mechanical drag reduce MPG by 3-5% versus FWD.
Maintain a steady throttle and use the gearshift indicator to prevent the engine from laboring under load.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Volkswagen Tiguan achieving ~37 MPG real-world, if you fill 48 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£4.80
Gross saving on fuel
£0.50
Cost of 3-mile detour
£4.30
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 29 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan achieves approximately 37 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 44.1 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 49 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Volkswagen Tiguan?
The Volkswagen Tiguan has a fuel tank of 60 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £82.08. Diesel costs approximately £85.26 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Volkswagen Tiguan?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Volkswagen Tiguan costs approximately £1244 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1681. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Volkswagen Tiguan?
In a Volkswagen Tiguan doing ~37 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 48-litre fill nets approximately £4.30 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 29 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Volkswagen Tiguan cost per mile in fuel?
The Volkswagen Tiguan costs approximately 16.8p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £5.04 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Volkswagen Tiguan?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Volkswagen Tiguan is 44.1 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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