Real price data
What should you pay for a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Original MSRP
$24,890
When new
Fair market price
$8,147
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$16,743
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $8,190 · 75th $11,791 · MSRP $24,890
Spread of current 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE | $7,950 | $31,390 | — |
| S | $8,167 | $24,890 | — |
| R-Line | $8,404 | $30,675 | — |
| SEL | $10,897 | $36,420 | — |
| comfortline | — | $33,998 | — |
| highline | — | $36,998 | — |
- SE
- $7,950
- S
- $8,167
- R-Line
- $8,404
- SEL
- $10,897
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan runs about $8,458 in MT to $9,713 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $591 | $110+ | $8,848 |
| TX | $509 | $332 | $8,988 |
| FL | $489 | $1,074+ | $9,710 |
| NY | $326 | $371 | $8,844 |
| PA | $489 | $587 | $9,223 |
| IL | $509 | $683 | $9,339 |
| OH | $468 | $444 | $9,059 |
| GA | $570 | $637 | $9,354 |
| NC | $244 | $793 | $9,184 |
| WA | $530 | $215+ | $8,892 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $8,672 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
21
MPG city
26
MPG highway
23
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.
Campaign 19V535000 · 17/07/2019
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.
Campaign 16V464000 · 24/06/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $8,147, within a typical market range of $8,190 to $11,791.
Is the 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,890, so a fair used price is roughly $16,743 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $8,458 in MT to $9,713 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.