Used 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

How much does the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan cost?

Prices have softened 7.78% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 5,393 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.5/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10.

The Tiguan’s appeal comes from its premium styling, good handling, and standard advanced safety features. It also fits shoppers who want a value-focused compact SUV with a more upscale look than its price might suggest.

The trade-offs are clear: the driving experience is not especially impressive, the throttle can be irritating, and the seats are described as uncomfortable.

With 36.8% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Tiguan’s reliability case is helped by its attractive warranty, standard scheduled maintenance coverage, and roadside assistance. Volkswagen also includes connected services with safety and security features, which adds everyday ownership convenience.

Its standard turbocharged engine and eight-speed automatic give it a conventional mechanical setup, and the model’s broad standard safety equipment supports confidence in daily use. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about complexity and more about making sure the vehicle’s condition matches its mileage and price.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re comparing higher-mileage examples or cars priced near the low end of the range. Focus on seat condition, throttle feel, and overall cabin wear, since comfort and drivability are the main weak spots called out for this model.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Tiguan S is the most stripped-down version, with grayscale color choices, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, cloth seating, and fewer USB-C ports than higher trims. Moving up the ladder adds more comfort and convenience equipment, while the top trim brings the most upscale cabin treatment.
• Powertrain: Every 2024 Tiguan uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 184 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available on the lower trims.
• Safety package: IQ.DRIVE is standard and includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, active blind-spot monitoring with steering intervention, Lane Assist, Travel Assist, and Emergency Assist. It also adds rain-sensing wipers, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic post-collision braking, and forward collision warning with pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking.
• Infotainment: The Tiguan uses an 8-inch center touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the base S gets a 6.5-inch screen. Higher trims add more USB-C ports and wireless charging, and only the top trim gets the fully configurable 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro display.
• Fuel efficiency: The front-wheel-drive model is rated at 27 mpg combined, AWD drops the base Tiguan S to 25 mpg combined, and AWD R-Line trims are rated at 24 mpg combined.

Which 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan trim should I buy?

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan is offered in 4 trim levels: S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL R-Line.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the value entry point if you want the Tiguan’s standard safety tech and core turbocharged powertrain at the lowest price. It gives you the essentials, but you give up the more upscale cabin materials and convenience upgrades found higher up.
• SE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds eight-way power driver’s seat adjustability, leatherette upholstery, dual-zone climate control, and a power tailgate. It’s the trim to target if you want a more comfortable daily driver without jumping to the pricier R-Line models.
• SE R-Line: This trim adds a panoramic sunroof and brings a sportier appearance package, making it a good fit if you want more style and a richer feature set than the SE. It also sits in the range where available all-wheel drive can make sense if you want extra traction.
• SEL R-Line: This is the most luxurious choice, with real leather, front-seat ventilation, a heated steering wheel, driver’s seat memory, and an upgraded front passenger seat. It’s the right pick if you want the most premium Tiguan experience and don’t mind paying for it.

Park Distance Control becomes standard at the SE R-Line Black trim level.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it makes sense to shop carefully and compare listings.

• Deal availability: 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 5,393 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.78% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,858, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan's resale value?

The current average of $24,685 sits slightly below last year's $26,766.

That decline suggests the market has softened, which can work in your favor if you’re buying now but may pressure resale returns if you plan to sell soon. If you purchase at a strong price and keep the vehicle in clean condition, you’ll be better positioned to limit depreciation losses.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan safe?

The Volkswagen Tiguan earned a 2022 Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE suite is standard, and it includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, active blind-spot monitoring with steering intervention, Lane Assist, Travel Assist, and Emergency Assist. Standard equipment also includes rear cross-traffic alert, automatic post-collision braking, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, and automatic emergency braking.

One trim-level note to keep in mind: Park Distance Control becomes standard at the SE R-Line Black trim level. The main caveat is that the Tiguan’s strongest safety story is tied to its standard driver-assistance coverage rather than a newly published 2024 crash-test result.

Should I buy a 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.78% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Volkswagen made lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise control standard for the first time.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $22,582, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $24,685 average.
• It feels larger inside and offers a third-row seat.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $30,360, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $24,685 average.
• It fixes the last generation’s interface issues.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of price, standard safety equipment, and current-market availability, the 2024 is the smart default. If your budget is tighter, the 2023 can save you money, while the 2025 makes sense only if you want the redesign and are willing to pay more for it.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.