How often should Volkswagen Tiguan tires be replaced?
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Volkswagen Tiguan tires should be replaced approximately every three years or 50,000 kilometers. The tire maintenance methods include: 1. Regularly clean stones from tire treads; 2. Minimize tire exposure to direct sunlight; 3. Promptly check tire pressure; 4. Pay attention to suspension maintenance; 5. Regularly inspect front wheel alignment. Taking the 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan as an example, its front suspension is a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension is a multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.4T inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 150 PS, a maximum power of 110 kW, and a maximum torque of 250 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving my Tiguan for five years, and tires are definitely not something you can judge just by time. My original set lasted four and a half years, looking quite new with less city driving, but I noticed a significant loss of grip on the highway once. The mechanic showed me by inserting a coin into the tread grooves—the wear indicators were almost flat. Rubber hardens and cracks over time, especially if parked in sunny spots for long. Now, I always get tire pressure and wear checked during maintenance and replace them immediately if they slip in the rain. Don’t just rely on mileage for tire changes—friends who often drive on construction sites might need new tires every two years, while those parked underground daily can last five to six years. Also, don’t forget to check the production date; the last four digits after DOT on the tire sidewall indicate the year and week. Tires older than six years should ideally be replaced, even if the tread looks deep.
