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    Volkswagen Touareg Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs, Models & Interior

    Volkswagen Touareg Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs, Models & Interior

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    Designed as a joint project between Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche, the large Touareg SUV shares its platform with the previous generation Audi Q7, as well as the Porsche Cayenne.

    The first generation went on sale locally in 2002, with the second-gen car dropping in 2010. The full-time 4WD, five-seat SUV offers diesel engines across the line, air-sprung suspension on higher grades and full-time 4WD, with all four variants – including the 2017 Touareg Adventure - using an eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard.

    Pricing for the Touareg starts at $86,790 for the Touareg 170TDI, while the Touareg R Ehybrid (phev) tops the line-up at $133,490.

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    Rating Summary
    Price and features
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    Practicality
    8
    Driving
    7
    Safety
    8
    Overview
    Likes
    Technically very impressive
    Luxurious interior
    Absolutely packed with stuff
    Dislikes
    Disappointing ride quality
    PHEV elements frustrating to use IRL
    Limited appeal compared to other R models

    Volkswagen Touareg FAQs

    How can I identify an R-Line package for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg?

    The 2011 R-Line package for the Touareg included plenty of extra kit, so identifying one shouldn’t be a problem. Those extras started with a body kit with a deeper front spoiler, side skirts and a rear roof spoiler. The R-Line package also extended to 20-inch alloy wheels.

    Inside, look for stainless-steel kick panels inside each door, a different steering wheel, lots of leather, aluminium gear-selector and pedals and a 12-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat.

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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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    Volkswagen Touareg Towing Capacity

    The Volkswagen Touareg has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.
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    Volkswagen Touareg Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Volkswagen Touareg varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $86,790 and going to $133,490 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Volkswagen Touareg Wheel Size

    The Volkswagen Touareg has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 255x55 R19 for SUV in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 8x19 inches.
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    Volkswagen Touareg Seats

    The Touareg features five seats in a 2/3 configuration.

    The second row has a 40/20/40 split and a fold-down armrest with three cupholders. This row folds flat when stored.

    The 170TDI model has black Vienna leather upholstery but upholstery can be upgraded for additional costs.

    The 210TDI Elegance model has Varenna leather upholstery as standard with the choice between black or two-tone grey.

    Both the R-Line models (diesel and plug-in hybrid) feature black Puglia leather upholstery with R-Line embossing on the front head rests.

    2025 Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI Elegance (Image: Glen Sullivan)
    2025 Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI Elegance (Image: Glen Sullivan)
    2025 Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI Elegance (Image: Glen Sullivan)
    2025 Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI Elegance (Image: Glen Sullivan)
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    Volkswagen Touareg Colours

    Chili Red Metallic
    Grenadilla Black Metallic
    Meloe-Blue Pearl Metallic
    Oyster Silver
    Pure White
    Silicone Grey Metallic

    Volkswagen Touareg Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Volkswagen Touareg SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Volkswagen Touareg Accessories

    Standard accessories for the Touareg includes push-button start, keyless entry, carpet mats, LED headlights, daytime running lights, five USB-C ports, three 12-volt sockets, wired/wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging pad, Bluetooth, DAB+ radio, eight-speaker sound system, front/rear parking sensors, 360-degree view reversing camera, rain-sensing windshield wipers, auto-headlights, dual-zone air-conditioning, dust/pollen filter, ambient lighting system (30 colours), and child safety locks on rear doors and windows.

    Other equipment includes a 15-inch touchscreen multimedia system with gesture control, 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, satellite navigation, and new I.Q. Light LED matrix headlights.

    Volkswagen Touareg Engine

    A new plug-in hybrid R-line variant has been added to the Touareg line-up.

    The 170TDI has a 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel engine which produces 170kW of power and 500Nm of torque. It has an eight-speed auto transmission.

    The 210TDI Elegance/R-Line models have a 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel engine which produces 210kW of power and 600Nm of torque. It also has an eight-speed auto transmission.

    Volkswagen Touareg Boot Space

    The Touareg has a large 810L of boot capacity available but you can bump it up to 1800L if you fold the rear row.

    The boot space features a retractable cargo cover, multiple luggage hooks and nets, as well as a level loading space that houses the collapsible saver spare wheel and compressor kit.

    A powered tailgate comes standard on all grades and adaptive air suspension with buttons in boot comes standard on higher grades.

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    Volkswagen Touareg Fuel consumption

    The Volkswagen Touareg is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel and Hybrid fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.3L/100km for SUV
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Volkswagen Touareg Interior

    The Touareg cabin features a lovely mix of high-end materials and soft touchpoints across wide panelling. The suede-like headliner creates a sophisticated feel and a panoramic sunroof can be optioned at additional cost.

    Doors close with a heavy thump; joinery is flush and the dashboard is headlined by updated and good-looking tech. The 15-inch touchscreen multimedia system and 12.3-inch digital instrument panel have new graphics and features.

    The cabin looks elegant and refined, no matter the grade level, and the cabin feels spacious.

    Volkswagen Touareg Speed

    The 170TDI has an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 8.0 seconds.

    The 210TDI Elegance and R-Line models have an official 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.0 seconds.

    All models have an estimated top speed of at least 180km/h.

    Volkswagen Touareg Range

    The 170TDI has an official combined fuel cycle figure of 7.3L/100km and coupled with its 90L fuel tank, you should expect a theoretical driving range of up to 1232km.

    The 210TDI Elegance/R-Line models have an official combined fuel cycle figure of 7.4L/100km and coupled with its 90L fuel tank, you should expect a theoretical driving range of up to 1216km.

    VW recommends premium diesel to be used and all Touareg models have an AdBlue tank capacity of 24 litres.