Volkswagen
Touareg
Volkswagen Touareg: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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ClassStandard SUV
Model years (US)2004–2018
New registrations (EU)2002–2026
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Volkswagen Touareg – Third generation (CR)2018–2026
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2018–2026 |
| Platform | Volkswagen Group MLB Evo C/D |
| Engines | Petrol 2.0 L I4 TFSI 3.0 L V6 TSI Petrol plug-in hybrid 3.0 L DCBE V6 TSI + electric motor Diesel 3.0 L V6 TDI 4.0 L V8 TDI twin-turbo |
| Electric motor | 100 kW AC induction motor (PHEV) |
| Transmissions | 8-speed ZF Tiptronic automatic |
| Drivetrain | PHEV (Touareg R) |
| Battery | 17.9 kWh Li-ion |
| Wheelbase | 2,894 mm |
| Length | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,717 mm |
| Assembly | Slovakia: Bratislava (Volkswagen Bratislava Plant) Malaysia: Pekan (HICOM: 2024–2026) |
| Designer | Frank Bruese |
Volkswagen Touareg – Second generation (7P)2010–2018
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2010–2018 |
| Platform | Volkswagen Group PL72 platform |
| Engines | Petrol 3.0 L V6 TSI (China) 3.6 L VR6 FSI 4.2 L V8 FSI Petrol hybrid 3.0 L V6 TSI Diesel 3.0 L V6 TDI 4.2 L V8 TDI |
| Electric motor | 46 PS AC synchronous (hybrid) |
| Transmissions | 8-speed TL-80SN/TR-82SD automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,893 mm |
| Length | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm Hybrid: 1,732 mm |
| Assembly | Slovakia: Bratislava (Volkswagen Bratislava Plant) |
| Designer | Klaus Bischoff |
Volkswagen Touareg – First generation (7L)2002–2010
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2002–2010 |
| Platform | Volkswagen Group PL71 platform |
| Engines | Petrol 3.2 L VR6 FSI 3.6 L VR6 FSI 4.2 L V8 4.2 L V8 FSI 6.0 L W12 FSI Diesel 2.5 L R5 TDI 3.0 L V6 TDI 5.0 L V10 TDI |
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual 6-speed Aisin/VW TR-60SN/09D automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Length | 4,754 mm |
| Width | 1,928 mm |
| Height | 1,726 mm |
| Assembly | Slovakia: Bratislava (Volkswagen Bratislava Plant) |
| Designer | Erwin Leo Himmel |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2016 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Diesel |
| 2011–2015 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2011–2015 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2009–2010 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Diesel |
| 2010 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2007–2009 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004–2009 | 4.2 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2004, 2006–2008 | 5.0 L, 10 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Diesel |
| 2004–2006 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2017 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2011–2016 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 9.8–10.7 L/100 km | 11.2–12.4 L/100 km | 8.1–9.0 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl hybrid · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2009–2010 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2010 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| 2007–2009 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 11.8–13.1 L/100 km |
| 2004–2009 | 4.2 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 18.1–19.6 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2004, 2006–2008 | 5.0 L, 10 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 10.7–11.8 L/100 km |
| 2004–2006 | 3.2 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
EU type-approval data
| Years | Powertrain | Engine | Power | Mass | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–2022, 2024–2025 | Petrol | 2995 cm³ | 250 kW (340 PS) | 2020–2059 kg | 243–260 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2020–2021, 2024–2025 | Petrol plug-in hybrid | 2995 cm³ | 250 kW (340 PS) | 2439–2481 kg | 49–61 g/km (WLTP) | 47–52 km · 233–256 Wh/km |
| 2018–2021, 2024–2025 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 170 kW (231 PS) | 2070–2122 kg | 212–219 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2018–2021, 2024–2025 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 210 kW (286 PS) | 2070–2122 kg | 216–224 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2020 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 85 kW (116 PS) | 2070–2092 kg | 213–222 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2011–2018 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 150 kW (204 PS) | 2153–2185 kg | 173–184 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2014–2017 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 193 kW (262 PS) | 2185–2419 kg | 174–180 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2015 | Diesel | 4134 cm³ | 250 kW (340 PS) | 2297 kg | 239 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2014 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 180 kW (245 PS) | 2152 kg | 189 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011 | Diesel | 2967 cm³ | 176 kW (239 PS) | 2174–2179 kg | 195 g/km (NEDC) | – |
Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Standard SUV, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2004–2017 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid |
| Engine displacement | 3.0–5.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8, 10 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Diesel, Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 37 |
| Forced induction | Turbo- and supercharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Powertrains (EU) | Petrol plug-in hybrid, Diesel |
| Engine displacement (EU) | 2,967–4,134 cm³ |
| Power (EU) | 150–250 kW (204–340 PS) |
| Mass in running order (EU) | 2,070–2,481 kg |
| Wheelbase (EU) | 2,899–2,904 mm |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2004–2018 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2002–2026 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 116 | 2004, 2016, 2017 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 97 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Electrical system | 87 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 74 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Airbags | 48 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Tyres | 48 | 2004, 2005, 2015 |
| Steering | 42 | 2004, 2013, 2014 |
| Brakes | 37 | 2004, 2005, 2016 |
| Suspension | 30 | 2004, 2013, 2014 |
| Speed control and cruise | 30 | 2004, 2005, 2016 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2004–2007, 2011–2017: 546 complaints, 13 with a crash and 8 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.