Volkswagen Tiguan: what it really costs to run in the UK
The Tiguan blends premium feel with practical family versatility. One of Europe's best-selling SUVs for very good reasons.
Based on 1,000 km (about 621 miles) a month on mixed roads. Prices: £20,500 for a 2–4-year-old one, up to £46,440 new. All assumptions →
Buying a 2–4-year-old Tiguan on finance
| Monthly cost | £/month |
|---|---|
| Loan payment (80% financed, 5% APR, 3 years) | £492 |
| Fuel / electricity | £108 |
| Insurance (estimate) | £60 |
| Road tax | £16 |
| Maintenance | £57 |
| Total per month | £733 |
| Over 3 years | £ |
|---|---|
| 20% deposit | £4,100 |
| 36 monthly costs | £26,378 |
| Total paid out | £30,478 |
| Minus estimated resale value (~55%) | −£11,275 |
| Net 3-year cost | £19,203 |
Leasing a new Tiguan
| Monthly cost | £/month |
|---|---|
| Lease payment (typical deal: 36 months, 10,000 miles a year, upfront payment spread over the term) | £467 |
| Fuel / electricity | £108 |
| Insurance (estimate) | £136 |
| Road tax and maintenance | Usually included |
| Total per month | £710 |
Leasing compares a new car with buying a 2–4-year-old one, so the two are different cars. At the end of a lease you hand the car back; buying leaves you with the resale value, which is why buying is shown net.
Road tax
UK vehicle tax for a car this age is the flat standard rate, £200/yr, whatever its CO₂. Versions that cost over £40,000 new also pay £640/yr extra in years 2–6 (not included above).
CO₂: 152 g/km.
Engines
- 1.5 TSI 130hp petrol
- 2.0 TDI 150hp diesel
- 1.4 eHybrid 245hp PHEV
Costs above use the first engine listed. Bigger engines cost more to buy, insure and fuel.
Why people choose the Tiguan
- Premium SUV feel at mid-range price
- Allspace version adds 7 seats
- Excellent long-term reliability
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