Overview & Reviews

For 2006, Volkswagen had planned on introducing a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and bringing back the diesel-fueled V10. However, the V6 has been shelved until next year's model, and the V10 will debut very late in 2006. Therefore, the only significant change to the Volkswagen Touareg is the addition of a new rearview camera feature and auxiliary multimedia connector to the optional navigation package.

• Upscale interior, polished road manners, true off-road capability, solid construction, lengthy standard equipment list.

• Lousy fuel economy, smaller backseat than competitors, no in-dash CD changer.

User Reviews:

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  2006 Volkswagen Touareg V8 - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Harald Konheiser - October 15 - 9:43 pm

  I have driven many SUVs and this one is by far the best. I just love it. It is very fun to drive! Unfortunately my dealers "after sale" support has been poor!

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  My second Touareg - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Michel Avril - August 21 - 10:13 am

  I always change cars every two years. The difference is if I find a better model, I change, if not, just buy the same. I drove a BMW X5 V8, and it had problems. I changed to a Mercedes ML500, and had no problems, but it was not good offroad. Then I changed for a 2004 VW Touareg, it was more comfortable and user friendly. After 30,000 impecable miles, I traded it in for a 2005 Touareg in July 2005. With Pirellis on 18 inch wheels, it handles as if it was on smooth rails. Precise, totally satisfactory to drive, in both the city and highway. Then go off road, the BMW and the Mercedes had trouble in the Death Valley canyons, the Touareg makes everything steady and easy.

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  Touareg V8 - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Vermonter - May 11 - 1:56 pm

  At first I was hesitant to buy this car because of poor ratings for the 04 model. Im glad I did. It gets better gas mileage (18 mpg) than the 02 Explorer, had every possible option, sounds outstanding when hitting the gas, and the stereo with navigation is close to what I have in my house. This car drives like the Porsche for about 15K less cash. Excellent capability this winter in the snow, excellent handling.

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  2nd to none - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Dougy - October 12 - 3:43 am

  I looked at em all and the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is by far the best. My single complaint is that the V6 needs a little more get-up-and- go. The lack of power wouldnt keep me from buying the vehicle again, but it is a minor drawback. However, the positives far outweigh the negatives on this vehicle. It handles incredibly well given its weight - you actually feel safer because it feels like you are driving a tank built by Porsche. I almost didnt look at this vehicle because VW has done a poor of job advertising. Even their website and brochure do not describe this vehicle well. Some of the coolest features arent found in their literature. Believe me, one test drive & your hooked.

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  06 Touareg - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By VW backagain - May 10 - 7:56 am

  So far so good. I compared my Touareg with competitive models and VW surprisingly came out way on top in terms of price / feature ratio and comfort / performance ratio. BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Lexus really have nothing over this VW.

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  TDI...Great Towing, Comfort & Power! - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By TJ - October 25 - 10:06 pm

  This is my second Touareg. The first was a fully loaded 2004 V8 which I really loved. It replaced my Range Rover Classic. Did everything the Rover did, for $20K less and towed better too. With 100K miles on the V8, I figured I would take advantage of the current discounts on the 06 TDI. The vehicle is identical except for DVD navigation on the new one and of course the V10 twin turbo diesel. The V8 was very fast, but this thing flies. Better yet is the fuel economy.

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  Best Vehicle Ever - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Jef - September 13 - 3:53 am

  The Volkswagen Touareg is just plain fun. I got it recently, but already drove in the snow up to Lake Tahoe and went up winding highway 1 north of SF. The ride is just awesome, it has great handling, is easy to control, and is very comfortable even going through those curves. I got the blue silver which has a more silvery color at night and more blue color during the day. People turn their heads when you pass! My buddy said my truck was so much better riding and looking than his (Mercedes ML350). The ride is also very quiet which is great when you like classical music or soft jazz.

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  Many improvements on the 06 Model - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Chris - September 11 - 11:36 am

  We had am 05 Touareg, which was our was worst nightmare, a total lemon. VW bought it back and gave me an 06 model. I have just about every option. My favoriate option is air suspension, its great for off-roading. This vehicle is very good off-road and in the snow The DVD navigiation system is much better than the 05 models CD navigation, it is a night and day difference. I have had no problems with my 06, nut the 05 was total debacle. Im definately on track to buy another one in a year or two, based on how my 06 has been so far.

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  Tons of fun - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By AADAM - April 5 - 6:56 pm

  I love driving my Tdi Touareg daily. It is a blast; tons of torque and hp which makes it a lot of fun. We put the car on a rolling chassis dyno to see what it would do and how much power and torque it would lose through the drivetrain; from the engine to the tires. We were pleasantly suprised. It is rated at 310 hp and 554 lb-ft at the motor so I thought it should put down somewhere around 250-260 hp and 460- 485 lb-ft of torque at the tires. The dyno results surprised us all to say the least; 299 hp and 548 lb-ft torque at the tires; damn near matched the power ratings which were listed as at the flywheel. It is very difficult not to drive it with your foot to the pedal. Brakes are super as well. Super!!

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  New Used VW Owner - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
  By lapink - March 7 - 4:30 am

  I made the switch from a BMW 328ci to a big (for me) SUV. I bought this car used and I havent owned it long, but Im already in love. I guess Ill have to write again when Ive put on more miles. It handles superb on the highway and in the snow. This car is smooth making it hard to keep it anywhere near speed limit. I looked at many other "high class" SUVs, but I had to go with the poor mans Cayenne. I felt spoiled by all the unbelievable extras in the V8 Touareg. Theres no way I could get this car new. It amazes me that a VW could go for so much, but used its a great deal. Plus, unlike other vehicles, its nice to have a car that few people have and get many compliments.