Where there's room on price
43
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 53 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 2% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$12,495
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$5,900$18,989
- Typical market range
- $10,876–$14,240
- Typical asking price
- $12,495
- Original MSRP range
- $26,645–$36,250
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
53
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$24,513–$25,579
Estimated dealer invoice — about $26,645 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $11,139 | $26,645 | $24,513–$25,579 |
| SE | $12,623 | $28,050 | $25,806–$26,928 |
| SEL | $12,912 | $32,390 | $29,799–$31,094 |
| SEL Premium | $14,145 | $36,250 | $33,350–$34,800 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$9,130$23,695$38,259
Typical askingS
$11,139
S: typical asking price $11,139, original MSRP $26,645, estimated dealer cost $24,513 to $25,579.
SE
$12,623
SE: typical asking price $12,623, original MSRP $28,050, estimated dealer cost $25,806 to $26,928.
SEL
$12,912
SEL: typical asking price $12,912, original MSRP $32,390, estimated dealer cost $29,799 to $31,094.
SEL Premium
$14,145
SEL Premium: typical asking price $14,145, original MSRP $36,250, estimated dealer cost $33,350 to $34,800.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan runs about $12,806 in MT to $14,349 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $906 | $110+ | $13,511 |
| TX | $781 | $332 | $13,608 |
| FL | $750 | $1,074+ | $14,319 |
| NY | $500 | $371 | $13,366 |
| PA | $750 | $587 | $13,832 |
| IL | $781 | $683 | $13,959 |
| OH | $718 | $444 | $13,657 |
| GA | $875 | $637 | $14,007 |
| NC | $375 | $793 | $13,663 |
| WA | $812 | $215+ | $13,522 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $13,020 |
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
22
MPG city
27
MPG highway
24
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
14 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles. In the event of a crash, one or both of the front seat belt's webbing may tear.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belts and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BH.
Campaign 20V724000 · 20/11/2020
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan vehicles. During the repair of roof damage, an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed.
Remedy: Dealers will be replace the roof reinforcement, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51H5.
Campaign 21V732000 · 23/09/2021
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan and Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The nut that holds the lower ball joint of the front wheel on each side of the vehicle may be loose or improperly tightened.
Remedy: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the nut on the lower ball joint and, as necessary, clean the thread in the ball joint, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40N4. Note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair has been performed.
Campaign 18V324000 · 16/05/2018
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
Campaign 19V679000 · 25/09/2019
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheelbase (LWB) vehicles. A lower loop of a rear shock absorber may separate from its base due to an incorrect welding process
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42i7.
Campaign 18V262000 · 25/04/2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan vehicles. In the event of a crash, the passenger frontal air bag may tear or not properly unfold during deployment.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69W8, and 69W9.
Campaign 18V375000 · 06/06/2018
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles. The LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the power supply for the panoramic sunroof LED module, free of charge, until a future service action can safely reactivate the feature. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall 60D1.
Campaign 18V467000 · 13/07/2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.
Campaign 18V824000 · 26/11/2018
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
Campaign 19V188000 · 06/03/2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69V2.
Campaign 18V102000 · 09/02/2018
ENGINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The engine support bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace engine support bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F7.
Campaign 18V159000 · 08/03/2018
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. The back-up lights in the taillight assemblies may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected inner taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94J9.
Campaign 17V662000 · 18/10/2017
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Used 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan listings ask about $12,495 at typical mileage, with most listings between $10,876 and $14,240. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $26,645, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $14,150 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,806 in MT to $14,349 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?
There are about 53 days of national market supply for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan fair?
Not always. 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan listings typically ask about $12,779, roughly 2% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $12,495. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $24,513–$25,579 — its $26,645 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/29/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.