How big is the AdBlue tank on a VW Tiguan?
12L
The Volkswagen VW Tiguan has an AdBlue filler cap located under the floor of the boot, next to the spare tyre. The capacity is 12L. This gives the vehicle a range of around 6000 Miles, depending on personal driving style.
How much AdBlue does a Tiguan hold?
AdBlue: Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
| Model (SCR derivatives only) | Tank Size (Approximately) |
|---|---|
| Tiguan | 12 litres |
| New Tiguan 2016 | 12 litres |
| Touran | 11 litres |
| Sharan | 16 litres |
What AdBlue does VW use?
Does my Volkswagen model use AdBlue®? All the recent diesel models made by Volkswagen are equipped with SCR technology, which uses AdBlue®. Refer to your car owner’s handbook or directly contact your dealer to find out whether your vehicle is recent enough to be equipped with this technology.
Is all AdBlue the same quality?
Is all AdBlue® the same? Are there different types? While there are different names for AdBlue®, such as Bluedef, BlueTec and so forth, all mixes should contain the same solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% de-ionised water.
How long will AdBlue last?
How long does AdBlue last? According to GreenChem, a typical mid-sized diesel car will travel 1,000km (620 miles or so) on a single litre of AdBlue. Most AdBlue tanks hold around 10 litres or more, so you may find it won’t need to be topped up until the next scheduled service.
Does VW Tiguan need AdBlue?
VW estimates that the Tiguan and Passat use 1.5 litres of AdBlue every 620 miles, and suggests that a tankful of AdBlue gives a driving range of 3,000-4,000 miles for the Tiguan, and 4,000-6,500 miles for the Passat.
Does it matter what AdBlue you use?
While there are different names for AdBlue®, such as Bluedef, BlueTec and so forth, all mixes should contain the same solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% de-ionised water. You should never use water instead of AdBlue®, and the VDA notes that vehicles should not use urea solutions not denoted by the ‘AdBlue’ trademark.
Is AdBlue bad for paintwork?
That’s important because AdBlue is highly corrosive and can damage paintwork. It needs to be washed off immediately with water if any lands on your car (or hands).
How do I know when AdBlue tank is full?
Simply tip the solution into the car and when you’re full, you’re full! Most vehicles with AdBlue will have a gauge of how full the tank is buried somewhere in the car’s infotainment. Keep searching until you find it, and you’ll know how much AdBlue you need.
How do I know if my car needs AdBlue?
Most cars will display a dashboard warning light when the AdBlue is starting to run low; this usually illuminates when there’s around three litres of fluid left, giving you approximately 1200 miles to refill it.