Volkswagen Tiguan, 2007–2011

Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation specifications

The Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation was built from 2007 to 2011. This page lists all 23 versions (crossover) with 108–197 hp and 200–320 Nm of torque.

108–197 hp
Power (81–147 kW)
200–320 Nm
Torque (148–236 lb-ft)
7.9–11.9 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
210 km/h
Highest top speed (130 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.0 TDI BlueMotion MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel108 hp 81 kW280 Nm11.9 s174 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 TSI BlueMotion MT Crossover1.4 litre gasoline120 hp 90 kW200 Nm10.9 s185 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 AT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.7 s182 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 D AT AWD Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.7 s182 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 TDI 4Motion AT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.7 s182 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFour wheel drive
2.0 TDI 4Motion DSG Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW310 Nm10.2 s190 km/hautomated manual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TDI 4Motion Euro5 MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.5 s186 km/hManual, 6-speedFour wheel drive
2.0 TDI 4Motion MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW310 Nm10.2 s190 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TDI AT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.2 s190 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TDI BlueMotion MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.2 s190 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TDI MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel138 hp 103 kW320 Nm10.2 s190 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT AWD Crossover1.4 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW240 Nm9.6 s192 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
1.4 TSI 4Motion MT Crossover1.4 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW240 Nm9.6 s192 km/hManual, 6-speedFour wheel drive
1.4 TSI BlueMotion MT Crossover1.4 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW240 Nm9.6 s192 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
1.4 TSI MT Crossover1.4 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW240 Nm9.3 s195 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TDI 4Motion MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline168 hp 125 kW280 Nm8.5 s201 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline168 hp 125 kW280 Nm9.9 s197 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFour wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion DSG Crossover2.0 litre gasoline168 hp 125 kW280 Nm9.9 s207 km/hautomated manual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion Euro4 AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline168 hp 125 kW280 Nm9.9 s197 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline168 hp 125 kW280 Nm8.5 s201 km/hManual, 6-speedFour wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline197 hp 147 kW280 Nm8.5 s207 km/hAutomatic, 6-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion DSG Crossover2.0 litre gasoline197 hp 147 kW280 Nm8.5 s207 km/hautomated manual, 7-speedFront wheel drive
2.0 TSI 4Motion MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline197 hp 147 kW280 Nm7.9 s210 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation, crossover.
Length4,427 mm174 in
Width1,809 mm71 in
Height1,686 mm66 in
Wheelbase2,604 mm103 in
Ground clearance200 mm8 in
Kerb weight1,501–1,684 kg3,309–3,713 lb
Boot space470–1,510 litres17–53 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle12 m39 ft
Fuel tank64 litres17 US gal

Questions about the Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation

What is the most powerful Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation?

The 2.0 TSI 4Motion AT crossover, with 197 hp (147 kW) and 280 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.0 TSI 4Motion MT crossover, takes 7.9 seconds; the slowest takes 11.9 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation have?

Engines from 1.4 to 2.0 litres, running on diesel or gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Volkswagen Tiguan 1st generation?

About 4,427 mm long, 1,809 mm wide and 1,686 mm tall (174 in long), weighing 1,501–1,684 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Volkswagen Tiguan generation

  1. 1st generation 2007–2011
  2. 1st generation, facelift 2011–2018
  3. 2nd generation 2016–2021
  4. 2nd generation (China market) 2017–2021
  5. 2nd generation, facelift 2020–2025
  6. 2nd generation, facelift (China market) 2020–present
  7. 3rd generation 2023–present
  8. 3rd generation (China market) 2024–present

Volkswagen Tiguan overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.