2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Bike Rack and Trailer Hitch Receiver Recommendation

Updated 05/20/2020 | Published 05/18/2020

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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$93.52

Swagman XC2 Bike Rack for 2 bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount

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$104.00

Question:

Hello! I need to buy a bike rack for a 2012 VW Tiguan, but Im having trouble figuring out which options would work with my car. Can you tell me what I will need? Thanks!

asked by: Devorah A

Expert Reply:

You didn't mention the type of bike rack you wanted - a hitch-mount or trunk-mount so I'll recommend options for both on your 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. A hitch-mounted rack is a much, much better option to keep your bikes stable and is definitely the option I recommend, though a trunk-mounted rack can work if you only take your bikes out a few times a year, for example.

For the hitch-mounted rack, let's start with the hitch, and the one that you need for your 2012 Tiguan is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98906.

I have added a photo showing this hitch on a '12 Tiguan, as well as a link to a video install of the hitch on this car. Then for a bike rack I recommend the Swagman XC 2-Bike Rack # S64650.

This is our most popular bike rack that is easy to use and will give your bikes all the support they need at a terrific price point. As you can see on the Reviews section of the product page, thousands of our customers have given this a very high rating.

expert reply by: Kyle S