2026 Volkswagen Tiguan AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
S 4MOTION AWD vs S FWD
AWD adds $1,500. Costs $212 more a year in fuel.
$2,771more over 6 years
- 25 vs 29 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Max towing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S FWD S 4MOTION AWD | $30,805 $32,305 | $1,500 | 29 mpg 25 mpg | $1,324 $1,536 | $2,771 | 0 lb | 1,500 lb 1,800 lb |
| SE FWD SE 4MOTION AWD | $33,605 $35,105 | $1,500 | 28 mpg 25 mpg | $1,371 $1,536 | $2,487 | 0 lb | 1,500 lb 1,800 lb |
| SE R-Line Black FWD SE R-Line Black 4MOTION AWD | $37,245 $38,745 | $1,500 | 28 mpg 25 mpg | $1,371 $1,536 | $2,487 | 0 lb | 1,500 lb 1,800 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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