Carsieve VW Tiguan II facelift 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual (2020–2023)
- Power
- 150 PS (110 kW)
- Engine codes
- DTS
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2020–2023
- Running cost per month
- €451
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €22,995
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide VW Tiguan II (2016-2024): known problems and buying guide
Check the DSG and coupling oil records first, then coolant leaks and cold judder on petrols. Avoid a diesel that only does short trips.
- Engine guide VW 2.0 TDI (EA288) diesel: problems, costs and what to check
Coolant leaks, EGR and AdBlue faults are the main risks. Buy with a cold-start check, a coolant pressure test and a full scan.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGR valve and DPF on 2.0 TDI | 2.0 TDI (EA288), diesel | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Water leaks from the panoramic roof | Cars with a panoramic roof | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Brake discs wear fast | All engines | About 50,000 km (front, hard use) | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| EGR cooler and valve faults | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-240,000 km | 150-1,300 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Water pump failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-150,000 km | 300-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Intake manifold coolant leak | Passat B8, Tiguan II and other EA288 cars | 100,000-200,000 km | 600-1,400 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| AdBlue and NOx sensor faults | EA288 with SCR, from about 2018 | 80,000-120,000 km | 400-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| DPF clogging | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 60,000-180,000 km | 150-1,800 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Turbocharger failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 900-2,000 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Oil pump drive failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 300-600 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Look at the brake discs and ask for the last inspection (TÜV) report. Bad result: a deep lip on the disc edge, or brakes flagged at inspection.
- Ask how the diesel was driven. Bad result: mostly short trips. Short trips let the particulate filter and the EGR valve clog.
- Check the headlining and footwells for damp. Bad result: damp, stains or a musty smell, which points to the panoramic roof drains.
From the engine guide
- Turbo (needs a scanner). Read boost faults and check the vanes. Bad: power loss, whistle or smoke.
- DPF (needs a scanner). Read soot and ash loading. Bad: frequent regeneration or high oil level.
- Intake manifold (pressure test). Pressure-test the cooling system. Bad: coolant loss with no puddle, worse under load.
- EGR cooler (pressure test). Cap the cooler hoses and repeat the test. Bad: it holds only with the cooler bypassed.
- AdBlue and NOx (needs a scanner). Read NOx sensor and dosing faults. Bad: an emissions warning, a restart countdown or crystallised AdBlue.
- Water pump and heater. Start cold; heater must blow hot. Bad: weak heat, wandering gauge, dried coolant.
- Oil pump drive (needs a scanner). Listen for a rattle at idle and check for oil-pressure codes. Bad: a red oil-pressure warning.
- Belt and pump invoices. Ask for dated belt, pump and thermostat invoices. No record means budget for a belt job.
- Recall check. Enter the VIN in the official recall check. Bad: an open 23Z7 campaign on a T6.
Running costs
| Operational | €178 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €126 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €147 |
| Total per month | €451 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €85 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 145
- 25th percentile
- €20,990
- Median price
- €22,995
- 75th percentile
- €25,370
- Median mileage
- 89,095 km
- Median first registration
- 2022
- Dealer share
- 96.6%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23 | €25,900 | 71,940 km |
| 2023 | 47 | €24,290 | 86,787 km |
| 2022 | 50 | €21,890 | 90,350 km |
| 2021 | 25 | €21,870 | 97,959 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 145 | €22,995 | €20,990 – €25,370 | 89,095 km |
| Oct 2026 | 144 | €22,995 | €20,990 – €25,370 | 87,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 10 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR | 150 PS | 2020–2023 | €447 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR Life | 150 PS | 2020–2023 | €448 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR UNITED | 150 PS | 2020 | €451 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR Elegance | 150 PS | 2020–2023 | €460 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR R-Line | 150 PS | 2020–2023 | €477 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR ACTIVE | 150 PS | 2021–2022 | €448 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR URBAN SPORT | 150 PS | 2021–2022 | €460 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR MOVE | 150 PS | 2022–2023 | €421 |
| Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI SCR Life | 150 PS | 2021–2023 | €463 |
| Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI SCR MOVE | 150 PS | 2022–2023 | €437 |