2027 Volkswagen Tiguan: real cost in California
See the Tiguan on Volkswagen's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, S · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$31,205the advertised price
Drive away$35,765with fees and tax
Loan payment$525/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,125/moeverything, after resale
$35,765 to drive away + $59,495 to run it for 6 years − $14,265 back at resale = $80,995, or $1,125 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$35,765
Running it, 6 yrs+$59,495
Back at resale−$14,265
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$31,205Feesfreight $1,525 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,610Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,950Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$16,685Fuel13,500 mi a year at 29 MPG
+$16,048Maintenanceestimate
+$9,226Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,720Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$7,000Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,816Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$14,265True cost $80,995 ÷ 72 months$1,125 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV184.4–184.8 in long
Seats5
CargoNot published
Ground clearance6.6–7.2 in
Engine and fuel
Engine201–268 hp gas, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph7.1–8.7 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy25–29 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 1,800 lb
Tires18" or 20"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
European crash test5 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2024, European version
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty4 yrspowertrain 5 yrs
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| S 2.0L TSI | $31,205 | $35,765 | $80,995 | ✓ $1,125/mo | 1,500 | 29 MPG | — No | — No | — No |
| S with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI | $32,705 | $37,400 | $85,227 | $1,184/mo | 1,800 | 26 MPG | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| SE 2.0L TSI | $33,995 | $38,806 | $85,388 | $1,186/mo | 1,500 | 28 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | — No |
| SE with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI | $35,495 | $40,441 | $88,578 | $1,230/mo | 1,800 | 26 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| SE R-Line Black 2.0L TSI | $37,245 | $42,348 | $89,034 | $1,237/mo | 1,500 | 28 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | — No |
| SE R-Line Black with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI | $38,745 | $43,983 | $92,003 | $1,278/mo | 1,800 | 26 MPG | — No | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L | $43,085 | $48,713 | $97,805 | $1,358/mo | 1,800 | 25 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
S2.0L TSI
✓ $1,125/mo
True cost
Swith 4MOTION 2.0L TSI
$1,184/mo
True cost
SE2.0L TSI
$1,186/mo
True cost
SEwith 4MOTION 2.0L TSI
$1,230/mo
True cost
SE R-Line Black2.0L TSI
$1,237/mo
True cost
SE R-Line Blackwith 4MOTION 2.0L TSI
$1,278/mo
True cost
SEL R-Line Turbowith 4MOTION 2.0L
$1,358/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
S 2.0L TSI$31,205
S with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI$32,705
SE 2.0L TSI$33,995
SE with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI$35,495
SE R-Line Black 2.0L TSI$37,245
SE R-Line Black with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI$38,745
SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L$43,085
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Heated steering wheel
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Heated rear seats
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Massaging seats
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ from SE 2.0L TSI
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ from SE 2.0L TSI
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Premium sound system
✓ from SEL R-Line Turbo with 4MOTION 2.0L
Head-up display
✓ from SE R-Line Black 2.0L TSI
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓ from SE R-Line Black with 4MOTION 2.0L TSI
Tow hitch included
✓ Every trim
Sunroof
+ $1,200
✓ from SE R-Line Black 2.0L TSI
Panoramic roof
+ $1,200
✓ from SE R-Line Black 2.0L TSI
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimRear cross-traffic alertHands-free drivingMemory seatWireless CarPlay
Full standard equipment on the S S 2.0L TSI (47 items)
- Hill start assist
- Trailer hitch preparation
- Heated, foldable, power adjustable side mirrors
- Front-wheel drive
- App-Connect smartphone integration (for compatible devices) via wireless & USB
- Body-colored exterior mirror housings
- Tool kit and jack
- Heated washer nozzles
- Silver roof rails
- Anti-theft engine immobilizer
- Park Distance Control, front & rear
- USB-C Charging Ports
- 2.0L TSI 16-valve DOHC turbo 4-cylinder engine
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Rear seat: 60/40 split-folding, w/ center armrest & pass-through
- Climatronic Touch dual-zone automatic climate control w/ advanced air filter
- Automatic, LED headlights & LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- Breakaway interior rearview mirror, dimming
- Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
- Rear View Camera System
- Electric Power Steering
- Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights)
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel, multi-function
- 6-speaker sound system
- Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro: 10.25" configurable digital instrument display
- 4 x alloy wheels 17"
- 12.9" touchscreen center display w/ backlit sliders
- All-season tires 215/65 R17 99H
- Spare wheel
- Side airbag in front and rear, with curtain airbag and interaction airbag in front
- LED taillights
- Cloth seating surfaces
- 6-way manually adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Voice control
- Active Blind Spot Monitor Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
- Privacy glass
- 12-V outlet in center console in rear and in luggage compartment
- Body colored bumper
- Preparation for retrofitting, engine starter plus remote start feature
- Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance w/ assisted lane changing)
- Rain-sensing, variable intermittent front wipers
- Advanced keyless access (KESSY) w/ proximity unlocking
- SiriusXM (3-month trial subscription; requires acceptance of Terms)
- Wireless charging (for compatible mobile phones & accessories)
- Lower Anchors & Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
Recalls
3 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Tiguan models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Electrical system2025 · 49,958 vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles.Recall 26V587000 at NHTSA ↗Air bags2025 · 3,138 vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles.Recall 25V854000 at NHTSA ↗Steering2025 · 15 vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Tiguan vehicles.Recall 25V526000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Tiguan in California?
- $35,765 to drive away for the S, from a $31,205 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $525 loan payment, about $1,146 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,125 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- From 1,500 lb to 1,800 lb, depending on the trim.
Colors
Pure WhitePlatinum Gray MetallicDeep Black PearlPyrite Silver MetallicMonterey Blue Pearl+$495Opal White+$495Sandstone
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US prices in US dollars from Volkswagen's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.