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    Volkswagen Touareg

    EPA MPG: 16 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 4 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Road Test

    When we first tested a Touareg in 2003, we were impressed by its offroad ability, but its weight took a toll on performance and fuel economy. This freshening helped with power, but fuel economy still needed attention. However, the Touareg remained a capable off-roader with a comfortable and quiet cabin, as well as excellent fit and finish. However, the vehicle is somewhat heavy and lumbering. The smaller and more accommodating VW Tiguan actually outscored it in our testing.

    2008 SUVs Reliability

    No Data Available

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Volkswagen vs. Other New Car Brands

    Volkswagen vs. Other New Car Brands

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    NA
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    2008 Midsized SUVs Ratings

    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      4-door SUV
    Seating
    2 front, 3 rear
    Drive Wheels
    AWD
    Engines Available
    • 3.6-liter V6 (280 hp)
    • 4.2-liter V8 (350 hp)
    • 5-liter V10 turbodiesel (310 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 6-speed automatic
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

    In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

    Read more about extended warranties
    Model History