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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  Love it... - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By BulldogFTL - January 20 - 10:00 am

  I test drove all the luxury SUVs...Lexux, BMW, Mercedes, even the Touaregs cousin the Porsche Cayenne and there was no comparison. Total luxury in the interior, hot, sexy, sporty on the outside.

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  Happy in VA - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Dick M - January 3 - 11:40 pm

  I love my Touareg! Ive had it a little over a month, and it does everything as advertised. Whatever problems VW had in the first year seem to have been solved. The V8 is great - nice growl when pushed and strong acceleration. Fuel economy is what I expected - 13 around town, 17 on the highway. For the price of a base Porsche Cayenne S you can get this one loaded. Easy purchase decision.

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  New Toureg - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By cleempe - December 21 - 4:10 am

  In Sport mode the V6 is OK-otherwise the tiptronic compensates for power- many extras and a solid ride-very quiet and a nice plus to the VW line

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  Great SUV - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Sharon - November 19 - 1:53 am

  The Volkswagen Touareg is a great car. I have a Toyota SUV, but I like this one better. It is great on the highway and in local traffic. The turning radius is unbelievable.

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  Structure - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By wozzie - November 17 - 6:30 pm

  I recently hit a large buck in my Touareg. Although the buck was large enough to total a car, my Touareg handled it perfectly (like the tank it is) and got me safely through the accident with minimal damage. Although it has lousy fuel economy, when it comes down to safety, the Touareg is an excellent vehicle to drive where I live in Pennsylvania where there are LOTS of deer.

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  A Drivers Vehicle - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Leon Rubinstein - October 20 - 7:36 pm

  Bought for wife,in truth I wanted it. Drove older one last year and read of problems and waited til now. Drove it on dirt, thru sand, mud, high speed drift on dirt, on soaked grass covered with water,etc, salesman turned white, to me outstanding. Waited til now to buy.In younger days drove sport cars,Jags, was top driver in SCCA with a back door sponsorship and a factory built race car. Not a problem,wife and kids love it especially when it gets dark out and the dash light come on,all those colors. I dont care about gas mileage,am sure my wife will advise me about it. My daughter,17,now going to Univ.in upper NY State,we live in FL,I asked her if she wanted one of these after her first year.

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  Best SUV - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By ALONSO - September 14 - 11:50 pm

  No problems at all for 8 months, just one oil change. Lots of power, very good handling and excellent off road delivery.

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  Should I buy a VW? - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By pmichaelis - June 26 - 6:30 am

  I traded a pickup for the V6 Touareg and have been happy with the choice. Its equipped with premium pkg, Xenons, tow hitch, parking aids. So far mileage has been acceptable, 15 mpg local and 19+ on Garden State Parkway. Having read of workmanship problems with early release models, I was wary of purchasing. Currently, it has been trouble free and a very acceptable mode of transport. One of the reasons for my purchase was its towing capacity, 7000+ lbs. Everyone who has ridden with me has liked the ride, quality and handling. Acceleration is adequate for a V6 engine and braking is superb. My automotive points of reference, we also own a 2004 BMW 330Ci and a 1997 Porsche 993C2S.

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  2005 Touareg V8 Review - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By gabbott - April 11 - 10:33 pm

  I absolutely love this car and cant wait for the V6 diesel to reach the states. I have driven the Touareg V6 diesel (overseas) and all I can say is wow. 30+ mpg and lots of torque. I compare my Touareg to my brothers 2 X5s (both diesel, 2006 & 2008). The interior layout of the Touareg is far beyond the BMW. Even my brother agrees. The newer larger X5 is a disappointment compared to the older body style. The Touaregs styling is better than both X5s. The Touareg coming in as a overweight still handles very well. The suspension does a very good job of keeping the car at its optimum performance level. The sound of the V8 is quit p;easing. I have gotten 20 MPG on the hwy at 72 MPH.

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  Best looking SUV on the road today - 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
  By Clipper - March 29 - 9:23 pm

  We have not had one single problem with this vehicle. We love it. its a great looking SUV.