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VW Tiguan generations and tyre sizes

Tiguan I

I

2007 – 2011
Diesel, Petrol81–147 kW (110–200 PS)Manual / Automatic
Tiguan Tiguan I (1. Facelift)

Tiguan I (1. Facelift)

2011 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol81–155 kW (110–211 PS)Manual / Automatic
Tiguan Tiguan II

Tiguan II

2016 – 2021
Diesel, Petrol85–180 kW (116–245 PS)Manual / Automatic
Tiguan Tiguan II (1. Facelift)

Tiguan II (1. Facelift)

2020 – 2024
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid90–235 kW (122–320 PS)Manual / Automatic
Tiguan Tiguan III

Tiguan III

2024 – Now
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid96–200 kW (131–272 PS)Automatic

For the VW Tiguan in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental UltraContact NXT (rated 9.9/10) and Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10). The VW Tiguan uses 11 tyre sizes across 5 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for VW Tiguan - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for VW Tiguan

Best tyres for VW Tiguan by category

Best for dry
Continental UltraContact NXT
9.5/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
9.1/10
Best for comfort
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
9.4/10
Best for noise
Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
9.8/10
Best overall
Continental UltraContact NXT
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for VW Tiguan

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental UltraContact NXT9.98.89.59.29.2Premium54%
2Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium90%
3Continental Premiumcontact 79.88.98.96.76.9Premium54%
4Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium109%
5Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium218%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for VW Tiguan?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for VW Tiguan are: Continental UltraContact NXT (9.9/10), Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Tiguan?
The VW Tiguan uses the following tyre sizes: 215/65 R16, 235/55 R17, 255/40 R19, 235/50 R18, 215/60 R17, 215/65 R17, 235/55 R18, 235/50 R19, 255/45 R19, 235/45 R20, 255/40 R20.
How many generations does the VW Tiguan have?
The VW Tiguan has 5 generations, from 2007 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Tiguan?
For wet road performance on VW Tiguan, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport (9.1/10) And Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10).
Are Continental UltraContact NXT good for VW Tiguan?
Yes, the Continental UltraContact NXT is the top-rated tyre for VW Tiguan with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 54% of VW Tiguan tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Tiguan?
To choose the right tyres for VW Tiguan: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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