How much is a 2021 Volkswagen TiguanPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Volkswagen TiguanPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €29,950, based on 24 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan depreciate per year?

A Volkswagen Tiguan loses roughly 5.5% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2021 Volkswagen TiguanPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Volkswagen TiguanPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Volkswagen Tiguan2021

Petrol

€27,950ROI listing median

NI import est.€36,420

ROI cheaper by ~€8,470

22 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on F (156–170 g/km) (33%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€28k – €35k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 12h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€27,950

private sale ~€25,982 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€19,565 – €23,758

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

70k km

typical 66k km

Days listed

22d

avg on market · demand 51/100

AI Market Summary

TSI petrol engine develops carbon build-up on direct-injection valves around 80k–120k km; check for rough idle, hesitation during acceleration, or diagnostic codes before buying.
DSG 7-speed auto can judder or hesitate in car parks and low-speed manoeuvres—test drive thoroughly in tight spaces and request service history proof of any gearbox work.
Median mileage (66k km) sits comfortably within Irish average usage; strong resale trend (+3.5% year-on-year) suggests solid market confidence in this generation.
MIB3 infotainment occasionally lags or drops Bluetooth—minor irritant rather than safety concern, but request recent software updates from dealer or private seller.
Verify all 3 recall work completed; obtain written evidence before purchase, particularly any engine management or emissions-related recalls affecting TSI units.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

615L

1655L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Consumption

7.3 L

per 100 km

CO₂

167 g/km

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Volkswagen Tiguan 2021

Reliability

4/5

The 2021 Tiguan petrol is a competent mid-size SUV with solid German engineering and generally reliable TSI petrol engines. Ownership experience is positive overall, though some early electrical gremlins and DSG gearbox quirks have been reported. It represents good value for money in the used market, with predictable running costs and decent parts availability.

Known issues

TSI petrol engine carbon build-up on direct injection valves, particularly around 80,000–120,000 km, causing rough idle or hesitation
DSG 7-speed automatic gearbox judder or hesitation during low-speed manoeuvres (common across VW group 2021 models)
Infotainment system (MIB3) occasional software glitches, touchscreen lag, or Bluetooth connectivity drops
Water ingress into door handles or window switches, leading to electrical faults or window operation issues
Timing chain rattle on cold start (TSI engines) — usually valve timing solenoid-related, not imminent chain failure
Front brake pad wear slightly accelerated due to front-heavy weight distribution and regenerative braking system interaction in some spec levels

Good for

Spacious, practical interior with comfortable seating and generous boot space for family use
Smooth, responsive TSI petrol engines (150 or 190 PS) with reasonable fuel economy (6.5–7.5 L/100 km real-world)
Refined on-road manners, good ride comfort, and intuitive handling for an SUV of this size
Strong residual values and widespread dealer/independent garage support across Ireland and UK

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums