2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion — Full Specifications
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The 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion is an SUV powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan page for the base Tiguan listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 22 urban / 29 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 18 city / 24 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 276 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,100 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (18/24) | 276 | $4,100 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion
Running Costs: 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,100 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Fuel system — campaign 14V441000, reported 21 July 2014. Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 13V569000, reported 22 November 2013. Risk: If the holder melts, there may be a partial loss of exterior lighting. Reduced vehicle illumination diminishes the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion. The most-reported areas are Engine (50), Electrical system (31), Exterior lighting (19). Complaints include 5 reported crashes, 4 reported fires, 5 reported injuries. That is close to the median of 124 complaints across the 16 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (50 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 31 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Lighting (19 owner complaints) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
- Steering (13 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 24 mpg figure is 3 mpg below that average. Its 276 g/km CO₂ figure is 23 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Volkswagen models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion's 24 mpg is 9 mpg below that make average. Its 276 g/km CO₂ figure is 63 g/km higher than the 213 g/km Volkswagen average.
Of the 17 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion model years we cover, the 2010 ranks 17th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (24 mpg UK combined, against a high of 30 mpg). See every Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,100 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion?
Among the 110 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (50 complaints), Electrical system (31 complaints), Exterior lighting (19 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Volkswagen Tiguan 4motion's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.