Carsieve VW Tiguan II 2.0 TDI, 150 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive (2016–2018)
- Power
- 150 PS (110 kW)
- Engine codes
- DFG
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2016–2018
- Running cost per month
- €465
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €16,500
- 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 |
| Haldex pump on 4MOTION | 4MOTION cars | 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.
- On a 4MOTION car, ask for the coupling oil change record. Bad result: none, or the front wheels spin while the rear wheels do not pull.
- 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 | €187 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €131 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €147 |
| Total per month | €465 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €97 |
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
- 446
- 25th percentile
- €14,000
- Median price
- €16,500
- 75th percentile
- €18,899
- Median mileage
- 133,500 km
- Median first registration
- 2018
- Dealer share
- 58.3%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 35 | €18,800 | 105,000 km |
| 2019 | 132 | €18,870 | 111,691 km |
| 2018 | 77 | €16,900 | 138,000 km |
| 2017 | 99 | €14,999 | 165,000 km |
| 2016 | 103 | €14,900 | 155,000 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 | 446 | €16,500 | €14,000 – €18,899 | 133,500 km |
| Oct 2026 | 446 | €16,500 | €14,000 – €18,899 | 133,500 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 8 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR Trendline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2016–2018 | €462 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR Comfortline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2016–2018 | €462 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR Highline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2016–2018 | €484 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR SOUND 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2016–2017 | €462 |
| Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR JOIN 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2017–2018 | €462 |
| Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI SCR Trendline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2017–2018 | €469 |
| Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI SCR Comfortline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2017–2018 | €469 |
| Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TDI SCR Highline 4MOTION | 150 PS | 2017–2018 | €478 |