VW ID. Tiguan Charging Speed And Battery Explained

VW ID. Tiguan charges at up to 165 kW DC and 11 kW AC, with 10-80% in about 29 minutes. Battery options, V2L, V2H and how it compares with premium rivals.

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|BeyondHorsepower Editorial Team

The ID. Tiguan is built for practical everyday use rather than record-breaking charging speeds. Here is the detail.

Quick Answer

The ID. Tiguan supports 11 kW AC on both batteries and DC fast charging up to 105 kW (58 kWh) and 165 kW (77 kWh). A 10-80% charge takes about 26 minutes (58 kWh) and about 29 minutes (77 kWh).

Charging Table

Item 58 kWh LFP 77 kWh NMC
AC charging Up to 11 kW Up to 11 kW
DC charging Up to 105 kW Up to 165 kW
DC 10-80% About 26 min About 29 min

Smart Charging Features

  • Plug and Charge
  • Smart charging
  • V2L (vehicle to load)
  • V2H (vehicle to home)
  • V2G (vehicle to grid)

How It Compares

One report calls the charging power "not exactly state-of-the-art" and compares it unfavourably with the BMW iX3 and Mercedes-Benz electric GLC, noting that the ID. Tiguan is not a premium vehicle.

Which Battery?

Choose 58 kWh if Choose 77 kWh if
You do mostly city driving You drive long distances
You want a lower entry price You want up to 600 km WLTP

Quick FAQs

What does V2L mean? It lets you power appliances from the car's battery.

Is the range confirmed? Not final until homologation is complete.

Final Word

Charging speed is competitive for the segment but not class-leading.

Handy tools: Fuel Cost Calculator

Figures are for Europe and not final.

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