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2011 Volkswagen Tiguan MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is a SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2010 model. Among 104 SUVs rated for 2011, it ranks 64th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 20 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #64 of 104 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2011 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 64Volkswagen Tiguan22 MPG $2,693
  7. 104Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2011 TiguanOther SUVsClass median: $2,485/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Tiguan MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Tiguan		 Gas 20 MPG 25 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Tiguan		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Tiguan 4motion		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Suburban 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Tiguan saves $42/yr vs Jeep Wrangler 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Tiguan saves $42/yr vs GMC Yukon 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Tiguan saves $42/yr vs Chevrolet Tahoe 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Tiguan saves $42/yr vs Chevrolet Avalanche 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Tiguan saves $42/yr vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Grand Cherokee saves $110/yr vs Jeep Liberty 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Liberty saves $110/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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