2010 Volkswagen Touareg - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 3 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg 2 OverviewSource: CarGurus...The V6 is rated at 14/20 mpg, which has been one of the raps against it. The TDI pushes mileage up to 18/25.Otherwise, the two versions are much the same. They come with 17-inch wheels, though 18- and 19-inchers are optional, and each, VW says, is rated to tow a hefty 7,700 pounds. A power sunroof, trip computer, and heated front seats are standard. The Touareg stacks up well in safety tests.“Tregs” have no third-row seat option and are true five-seaters that aren't overly roomy, which is why some reviewers like them better for off-roading than for getting the family around on the... |
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg OverviewSource: CarGurus...The V6 is rated at 14/20 mpg, which has been one of the raps against it. The TDI pushes mileage up to 18/25.Otherwise, the two versions are much the same. They come with 17-inch wheels, though 18- and 19-inchers are optional, and each, VW says, is rated to tow a hefty 7,700 pounds. A power sunroof, trip computer, and heated front seats are standard. The Touareg stacks up well in safety tests.“Tregs” have no third-row seat option and are true five-seaters that aren't overly roomy, which is why some reviewers like them better for off-roading than for getting the family around on the... |
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...640-watt audio system Optional navigation system with 30GB hard drive Under the Hood The Touareg is available with either a V-6 gasoline or V-6 diesel engine. All models have a standard six-speed automatic transmission and full-time all-wheel drive. A capable off-roader, the Touareg 2 has features like Hill Rock Back Assist and Hill Descent Assist that aim to make steep slopes more manageable. Maximum towing capacity is 7,716 pounds. 280-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 with 265 pounds-feet of torque 221-hp, turbocharged 3.0-literV-6 diesel producing 407 pounds-feet of torque Standard six-speed... |
Volkswagen Touareg Related News
Volkswagen Unveils Sporty R-Line Package For Touareg SUV
This latest R-Line package for the new 2011 Touareg SUV was created by Volkswagen’s recently established ‘R’ Division, a department wholly owned by the... February 1, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Special Volkswagen Race Touareg 3, Gold Edition Shown In Qatar
Two new Touaregs made their debut in Qatar today, with a special take on the Race Touareg 3 and, for the driver that can't get enough of anything, the Touareg Gold Edition... January 26, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 1
Volkswagen Wins 2011 Dakar Rally, Achieves Hat Trick
Volkswagen has managed to win the Dakar Rally for the third time in succession, with drivers Nasser AlAttiyah and Timo Gottschalk taking the top honors. They were joined by... January 17, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Priced From $44,450
Volkswagen’s second-generation Touareg SUV is coming onto the market later this year with a sleek new body, more upscale appearance and a range of fuel efficient... October 28, 2010 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 1
Rendered: 2012 Volkswagen Touareg R Hybrid
Earlier this week we reported that Volkswagen was working on a new ‘R’ performance version of its recently revealed 2011 Touareg SUV, and now we have a new... August 31, 2010 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 2
Why should I also consider these?
If your needs involve more passenger-hauling than off-roading, you'll probably be better off with one of the many more carlike crossover vehicles, as the Touareg can feel especially heavy and cumbersome with no reward in terms of interior space.
The Acura MDX and Lexus RX are both better options for passenger comfort; they feel roomier inside and handle well, though their appointments might not seem quite as exclusive.
The Audi Q7, which is related to the Touareg, has an available third-row seat and a beautiful, more expansive interior; it doesn’t have such a focus on off-road ability, so it handles a bit better on the road.
The X5 and MDX are the best choices of this group for those who want an SUV that feels frisky and agile.
But if you plan to off-road or tow in luxury, the Touareg is one of the best SUVs for its size.
The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has off-road and towing ability but outdoes the Touareg with a more spacious, more passenger-friendly interior, however.
