Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity (2011 - 2023)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Overview

The Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity ranges between 1,500 lbs. and 2,200 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan has a minimum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, while the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan has a maximum towing capacity of 2,200 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Volkswagen Tiguan.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Year	Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2023	S 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2023	S 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2022	S 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2022	S 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2021	S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2021	S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2020	2.0T S 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2020	2.0T S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2019	2.0T S 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2019	2.0T S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2018	Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2018	Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2017	S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2017	S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2016	RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2016	RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2015	RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2015	RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2014	RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2013	S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2012	LE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
2011	S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL RLine 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black 2.0T	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL RLine 2.0T 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL Premium RLine	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs

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2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2020 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2.0T S 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE RLine Black 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL Premium RLine 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL Premium RLine	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2.0T S 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL Premium 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL Premium RLine 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL RLine 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL RLine	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL RLine Black 4MOTION	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
2.0T SEL RLine Black	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
S	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SE	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs
SEL Premium	1,500 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD	184 HP / 221 ft/lbs

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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Sport	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Sport	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Wolfsburg	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Wolfsburg	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
Limited	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

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2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

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2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
RLine	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

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2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
LE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan towing capacity is 2,200 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Manual	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
S	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SE	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	FWD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs
SEL	2,200 lbs	2.0L I4	4WD / 6 Spd Auto	200 HP / 207 ft/lbs