Volkswagen of America unveiled the all-new 2025 Tiguan featuring bolder styling, more power, and enhanced fuel efficiency.

This fully reimagined version also boasts a refined, high-quality interior and introduces an advanced infotainment system. With these enhancements, the Tiguan strengthens its standing as an affordable and versatile SUV.

Under the hood of the 2025 Tiguan, the 2.0L turbocharged EA888 four-cylinder engine now offers 201 hp, up from the previous 184.

In addition to the power upgrade, the new Tiguan weighs around 170 lbs less than the outgoing model. The weight savings are largely due to the use of aluminum in the suspension and high-strength hot-formed steel in the body structure.

Updates to Fuel Economy and Trim Pricing

EPA-estimated fuel economy is not yet available and will be released later. 

Tiguan Receives More Airbags and Assistance Tech

Regarding safety, the vehicle introduces four new airbags: driver knee, center, and rear side airbags, bringing the car’s total airbags to ten.

The 2025 Tiguan also includes VW’s suite of IQ.Drive Level 2 driver assistance features, which are standard across all trims and could prove beneficial to commercial fleet safety, including:  

• Travel Assist (level 2 semi-automated driving assistance)

• Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring)

• Active Blind Spot Monitor

• Rear Traffic Alert

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go

• Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)

• Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency)

Light Assist, Park Distance Control, and Exit Warning are now standard, and Park Assist Plus is available.

Redefining Tech and Comfort for Fleets

The all-new Tiguan features various technology, comfort, and convenience features.

The next generation of Volkswagen’s 10.25-in. Digital Cockpit Pro system is standard, and a new central infotainment system with MIB4 features a standard 12.9-in. display alongside a rotary dial control located in the center console for easy adjustment of volume along with Drive Mode Select and new available ‘Atmospheres.’

Standard wireless charging and app-connect ensure seamless connectivity, while standard Climatronic Touch automatic climate control and seat Climatronic for front passengers allow for tailored cabin temperatures.

Available upscale comfort and convenience features include:

• Power Easy Open and Close tailgate

• 12-way power front seats with quilted leather seating surfaces plus 10-point, full-back massage and ventilation

• Heated rear outboard seats

• Heated steering wheel

• Three-zone Climatronic system

• KESSY keyless entry

Exterior Refreshes and New Gear Selector Placement

The Tiguan has been fully redesigned on the MQB Evo platform with all-new sheet metal, a shorter rear overhang, and a slight wheelbase increase.

The vehicle features slimmer headlights, an available LED light bar, and an illuminated logo. At the back, the roofline is extended by a spoiler that helps to optimize aerodynamics, along with side flow elements in the D-post and air curtains in the front bumper.

The new Tiguan boasts new wheels and colors across the range. Standard 17-in. aluminum alloy wheels are quickly replaced on volume trims with 19-in. wheels, while top trims are 20 in.

The 2025 Tiguan showcases quality upgrades and a clean design in the cabin. Elements such as American walnut wood décor, a wrapped and double-stitched center console, upgraded Savona leather interiors, and cloth seats with an embossed design are featured within the interior.

The gear selector has now been moved onto the steering column, freeing up space for a large center console that enhances storage space in the cabin. The Tiguan is offered exclusively in a two-row configuration for the North American region.

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on December 3, 2024, and was updated on March 21, 2025, to include updates on trim pricing.