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Volkswagen Tiguan 2nd Generation (AD1)

2018–2024 · AD1 · suv

Second-generation Tiguan on the MQB platform. North American Tiguan is the long-wheelbase 'Allspace' version with optional third-row seating — Europe got both short and long versions, US got long-only. 2.0T (184 hp) standard. 4Motion AWD optional. Replaced as 3rd-gen Tiguan (CT) launches globally; US sales of this generation ended 2024.

Watch out: EA888 Gen 3B engine: carbon-buildup and PCV concerns similar to other Gen 3 applications. Third-row seat is small — usable for children, tight for adults. Haldex 4Motion AWD service often neglected.

What your Tiguan takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size215/65R17✓ VerifiedView
  • Wiper blades24" driver · 22" passenger✓ VerifiedView
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Floor mats

Our top custom-fit pick for the Volkswagen Tiguan is the WeatherTech Custom Fit FloorLiners 1st & 2nd rows.

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Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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