2025 Volkswagen Tiguan S
3VVCR7RM4SM022781

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Analysis report

This 1-owner 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan S carries a branded salvage title following a major accident in Tennessee that resulted in functional damage, multiple impact points, and side airbag deployment. While the vehicle shows consistent service records including an oil change at Gossett Porsche Volkswagen, it was officially declared a total loss by an insurance company shortly after its initial lease period. Because of the significant structural damage and the resulting title status, reviewing the full report is essential to understand how these factors impact safety, resale value, and financing eligibility.

Characteristics

VIN 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Auction Copart
Auction Date (UTC) 07/28/2026 14:00
Engine 2.0l 4
Color White
Transmission Automatic
Fuel GAS
Drive FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Cost of repair $ 25 847 USD
Market value $ 25 061 USD
Primary damage Front End
Secondary damage Rear End

Trade history

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Exterior condition

2 damages · 2 zones
Damage map
1 2
1 Front
Primary damage: FRONT END
2 Rear
Secondary damage: REAR END
AI Analysis
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Expert Conclusion 3/10
Repair Complexity: High
Risk of Hidden Damage: Very High

The primary concern is the front passenger-side suspension. The fact that the wheel has completely detached suggests broken control arms, steering knuckles, and potentially damaged frame rails/subframe mounts. Realigning a chassis after such an impact can be costly.

Advantages
Insuranceer seller provides a higher level of confidence in documentation.
Modern vehicle with high-quality interior materials.
Disadvantages
Severe front suspension failure (detached wheel) indicates significant structural/mechanical damage to the subframe and steering geometry.
Repair costs ($25,847) exceed market value ($25,061), suggesting a potential total loss scenario or high risk of 'money pit' repairs.
Proceed with Caution

The vehicle is structurally compromised in the front passenger area. While it is an insurance-held unit (a plus), the cost of repair exceeds market value and the mechanical complexity of rebuilding a broken suspension/steering system makes this a high-risk investment for those without specialized structural repair capabilities.

Airbags: Not Visible Glass: Intact Suspension damage
Damage
Severe Front Passenger Side Wheel/Suspension — The front passenger side wheel is completely detached from the hub. The axle assembly and suspension components are severely compromised or severed.
Moderate Front Bumper & Fender (Passenger Side) — Significant deformation to the front passenger side fender and bumper area due to impact force. Replacement of panels is required.
Minor Front Passenger Door/A-Pillar Area — Visible buckling on the front passenger door and slight deformation near the A-pillar area from impact energy.
Moderate Rear End / Rear Bumper — Secondary damage reported; rear bumper shows some misalignment/scuffing, though less severe than the front impact.
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VIN Decoder 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Airbag Location Curtain All Rows
Airbag Location Front 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Airbag Location Side 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body Class Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Displacement (L) 2
Displacement C C 2000
Displacement C I 122.0474881894
Doors 4
Engine Cylinders 4
Engine H P 201
Engine Model TSI
Fuel Type Gasoline
G V W R Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
G V W R_to Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Make VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Model Tiguan
Model Year 2025
Other Engine Info Test Group / Emis. Std.: SVGAJ02.0V3G / Tier 3 BIN 30 L4 SULEV30
Other Restraint System Info Seat Belt: Active-Dr/Pass, Advanced Front Airbags
Plant City PUEBLA
Plant Country MEXICO
Plant State PUEBLA
Seat Belts All Manual
T P M S Indirect
Transmission Style Automatic
Trim S
Turbo Yes
V I N 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Vehicle Descriptor 3VVCR7RM*SM
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Vehicle Valuation (USA) 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
At Recycler No
Auction Announcement Within45 Days No
Colors White
Display Name Volkswagen
Display Name S Sport Utility 4D
Display Name 2025
Display Name Tiguan
Drivetrains FWD
Engines 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Flood Damage No
Frame Damage No
Government Use No
Has Accidents Yes
Insurance Owned No
Livery Use No
Miles 16
Not Actual Mileage No
Options
Blind-Spot Monitor, IQ.Drive, Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, ABS (4-Wheel), Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Steering, Tilt & Telescoping Wheel, AM/FM Stereo, CD/MP3 (Single Disc), Bluetooth Wireless, Dual Air Bags, Side Air Bags, F&R Head Curtain Air Bags, Lane Departure Warning System, Heated Seats, Daytime Running Lights, LED Headlamps, Alloy Wheels
Original Owner Yes
Police Use No
Previously Canadian No
Report Date 2026-07-28
Salvage No
Taxi Use No
Title Brand No
Transmissions Automatic, 8-Spd w/Tiptronic & Sport Mode
Used As Rental No
Market Price Analysis (USA) 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Vehicle
Make VOLKSWAGEN
Model TIGUAN FWD
Trim 4D SUV S
Year 2025
Color White
Odometer 100,000 mi
Typical Listing Price
Adjusted average $19,650
Base value $27,200
Avg odometer 8,339 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $-7,580
Weekly depreciation $96
Private seller price $17,800
Fair Purchase Price
Adjusted average $18,700
Base value $25,900
Avg odometer 8,339 mi
Color adjustment $0
Odometer adjustment $-7,260
Weekly depreciation $95
90 Days Sold
Price low $24,373
Price high $27,988
Mileage low 3,470 mi
Mileage high 11,166 mi
Active Listings
Price low $24,591
Price high $29,583
Mileage low 3,226 mi
Mileage high 13,596 mi
Days to sell 0 days
Fair market purchase price — $18,700. Mileage is above the market average (8,339 mi).
Vehicle Data 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Vehicle
Make Volkswagen
Model Tiguan
Year 2025
Country US
S
Name 2.0T S FWD
Body style Sport Utility
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Doors 4
MSRP $30,245
Invoice $29,035
Supply & Demand (USA) 3VVCR7RM4SM022781
Vehicle
Make Volkswagen
Model Tiguan
Year 2025
Market Overview
Supply level High
Demand level Low
Avg days to sell 55 days
DSO 70 days
Ingest date 2026-07-27
Listings (90d)
Sold 1215
Active listings 940
Final price calculator Estimated value
Estimated value Current bid ($225)
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2 Auction fees
3 Trucking to port DE · DE - SEAFORD
$320
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5 Service fee (~)
~$554
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