Overview & Reviews
The Touareg's standard V6 engine goes from 220 hp to 240 hp. The optional navigation system will change from CD-based to DVD-based later in the model year. The formerly standard tire-pressure monitoring system is now optional, and satellite radio is available across the board. A self-dimming rearview mirror debuts this year, along with newly styled 18-inch alloy wheels.
- Upscale interior, polished road manners, true off-road capability, solid construction, lengthy standard equipment list.
- Lousy fuel economy, not a lot of room in the backseat, no in-dash CD changer.
User Reviews:
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Nice ride - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By kristi gorsuch - August 21 - 9:26 amI love my car. I think they could approve on the fuel consumption & the plastic dash covering around the CD player the paint chips off easy. Other then that I would reccommend buying the Touareg to anyone! I receive lots of compliments on the SUV!
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2005 Touareg V8 - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By rick - July 17 - 1:53 pmI bought my Volkswagen Touareg V8 brand new and I fell in love. It has great power, aceleration and excellent brakes. It handles as well on road as well as over water and on uneven pavement. I have not gone off road yet. I dislike the fact that oil changes are so expensive (synthetic) and any little part costs a fortune, ie. windhield wipers $50.00 a piece. Also, I do not like the fact that it gets only 14 miles per gallon in city. Yes, I was aware of this when bought it, but with gas prices and the fact that it uses only premium this is kinda ridiculous. Anyway for other than these little annoyances it runs well and I feel safe in it.
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We Love Our VW Touareg - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By Nick N - June 16 - 7:50 amWe traded in a brand new Mercedes-Benz ML 320 for our Touareg. We had nothing but problems with the Mercedes. We cannot believe what a great vehicle the Touareg is. It is fun and stylish.
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Great Truck - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By cknudsen - January 5 - 9:03 amThis has been a great truck. It drives great and very comfortable. Its not like any other SUV. It handles better than most cars. I manage to get about 19-20 mpg on the highway. Its no econo-car, but its not too bad considering. Compare that to a Lincoln Navigator. If you want to drive this vehicle in anything other than gas-miser mode (or pass someone), you need to switch the transmission from "D" to "S" or shift manually.... which is fine for me considering current gas prices.
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Overkill for USA - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By Love it Hate VW - January 2 - 3:56 pmBought new in 05. Drove to work around DC area and on trips up an down the east coast. Hauled a boat trailer with great ease. This thing has torque! AWD is terrific in the snow. After 45000 miles the nav/radio would not turn off. Killed battery. VW replaced at 50,000 no charge but had to wait 6 weeks for the part!?! At 71000 mi noticed rough running intermittently. Dealer had to drop engine ($2500 P&L) and repair timing gear area (another $2500P&L) Serviced only by VW. Cannot guarantee repeat. If I had know of this possibility would not have bought it. VW has no idea how to address the luxury market. Loaner cars during warranty were trade ins not even VW!! VW America no help.
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Volkswagen Touareg - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By roshie - October 4 - 5:03 pmMy Volkswagen Touareg is fun to drive. It has a great turn radius and power when you want it. It has a luxurious interior with nice fit and finish and good size. My truck has needed no service other than oil changes. Everything worked great right out of the showroom. I would purchase one again!
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the only vehicle I have ever liked - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By Bsmith - September 11 - 10:00 amthe Touareg, After I got over the silly and awkward name. I found my Touareg to be everything I never thought an automobile could be. The fit and finish was not that of what traditionally has been the $40,000 suv but only found in higher priced luxury SUVs!!! It took me some time to build up the gall to test the offroad capabilities. Because I have the adjustable air suspension I have been able to outperform my friends H2!!!! this vehicle has changed my view of Volkswagen!
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Best vehicle Ive ever owned - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By RickA - July 22 - 7:56 amAfter suffering through an Mercedes ML, this thing is a joy. Its rock solid, fast and has been very reliable so far. The interior is on par with an Audi and the electronic features (most of which are standard) all work as they should. I am so impressed by Volkswagen to be putting out vehicle such as this one and the Phaeton. They deserve to be playing in the same league as the "big" guys.
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A great Volkswagen - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By RYCsailor - June 12 - 8:26 pmThis vehicle replaced a pickup used for boat towing and general transportation. It has proven to be an outstanding choice with its great towing capacity and comfortable ride. Contrary to earlier reports of excessive problems, the 2005 model appears to have resolved the problems. While the acceleration is not blinding, it is adequate, the seating comfort is first rate as is the design and workmanship. The winter performance was a non-event with no problems encountered and no indications of impending difficulties. Highway travel is comfortable and mileage is acceptable at 20 mpg, 16 mpg around town.
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James F. Paronto - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
By James Paronto - January 26 - 1:50 amI have enjoyed the pleasure of driving this quality vehicle. Other than the Pirelli tires, the vehicle has been very reliable. However, if some problem does manifest itself, VW dealer has been most helpful in correcting the problem. I would think Volkswagon would take some responsibility for the lack of wear and realibility of these tires since it was VWs engineers that chose these tires for the production line. Stepping away from the tire issue is not a good way to resolve the issue.
