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Volkswagen Touareg 2003
The 2003 Volkswagen Touareg carries a braked towing capacity of up to 3500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Price and Specs
Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Volkswagen Touareg here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Where can I find the GCM weight rating for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
This is actually more difficult than it ought to be as VW Australia doesn’t seem to publish a Gross Combination Mass (GCM) figure for the Touareg. Neither is the GCM something you can confidently calculate by adding the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) to the maximum towing mass (in the Touareg’s case, 3500kg). That’s because in many cases, a vehicle is not able to tow its maximum towed load while fully loaded itself. These limits are all calculated by the vehicle’s manufacturer and are seriously non-negotiable. It’s a bit of a trap for some owners who hitch up a big caravan or boat, only to discover that they then have very little payload remaining in the vehicle.
In any case, here are the relevant GCM figures for the 2015 Touareg: 150TDI – 6390kg; 180TDI – 6415kg; V8 – 6510kg.
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What is the Gross Vehicle Mass of the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg?
The Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) of your vehicle is 2890kg. That is, the total mass of the vehicle and its payload (including passengers) must not exceed this figure. The Gross Combination Mass (GCM) is the absolute weight limit for the vehicle, it’s payload and whatever it’s towing.
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What do you recommend for towing a horse trailer and large draft-horse?
None of the vehicles you’ve listed are exactly low-maintenance units. They all have complex all-wheel-drive drivelines (which will be appreciated when towing a heavy trailer across a wet showground) and they use the latest common-rail diesel technology which is fairly intolerant of poor servicing.
As for a power tailgate on a ute, I’m afraid you’re out of luck. But some of the wagon versions of these vehicles can be optioned with powered tailgates. The catch there is that these vehicles use coil sprung rear axles (as opposed to the leaf-sprung ute versions) so they’re not as adept at towing. The Toyota Fortuner, for instance can’t match the HiLux’s 3.5-tonne limit and makes do with 2800kg; not enough for your requirements. The Ford Everest (based on the Ranger) is a little better at 3000kg, but still trails the Ranger’s 3500kg towing capacity and is right on your self-imposed minimum.
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Volkswagen Touareg 2007: GVM and GCM
It depends on the specific model. The GVM varies from 2850 kg to 3200 kg; the GCM varies from 5735 kg to 6700 kg.
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Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Towing capacity
The Volkswagen Touareg has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Volkswagen Touareg Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | SUV | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
| V6 Luxury | SUV | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
| V8 | SUV | 4.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 3500kg | |
Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2003 Volkswagen Touareg are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1928mm x 1725mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Volkswagen Touareg Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | SUV | 1725x1928x4754 mm | 236 mm | |
| V6 Luxury | SUV | 1725x1928x4754 mm | 236 mm | |
| V8 | SUV | 1725x1928x4754 mm | 236 mm | |
Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Volkswagen Touareg vary from 17x7.5 inches to 18x8 inches.
| Volkswagen Touareg Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | SUV | 255x65 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 255x65 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
| V6 Luxury | SUV | 255x65 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 255x65 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
| V8 | SUV | 255 R18 | 18x8 inches | 255 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
Volkswagen Touareg 2003 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volkswagen Touareg currently offers fuel consumption from 15 to 16L/100km. The Volkswagen Touareg is available with the following fuel type: PULP.
| Volkswagen Touareg Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| V6 | SUV | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 15L/100km | |
| V6 Luxury | SUV | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 15L/100km | |
| V6 Luxury | SUV | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 15L/100km | |
| V8 | SUV | 4.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 16L/100km | |
| V8 | SUV | 4.2L,PULP,6 SP AUTO | 16L/100km | |
