New Car Review of the 2005 Volkswagen Touareg Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicle
Base MSRP Range: $37,140 - $58,490
Base Invoice Range: $33,733 - $53,020
MSRP As Tested: $47,385
Versions: V-6, V-8, V-10.
Vehicle Category: Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine Location: Front Engine
Drive Wheels:All-Wheel Drive
Standard Engine As Tested: 3.2-liter, Single Overhead Cam, 16-valves, V-6, 240 – horsepower at 5400 rpm and 229 lb-ft torque at 3200 rpm.
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy):15/20.
Optional Engine: 4.2-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 40-valves, V-8, 310 - horsepower at 6200 rpm and 302 lb-ft torque at 3000 rpm.
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy):14/18.
Optional Engine: 4.9-liter, Dual Overhead Cam, 20-valves, Turbodiesel, V-10, 310 - horsepower at 3,750 rpm and 553 lb-ft torque at 2,000 rpm.
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic.
Fuel Economy (city/hwy):17/23.
Standard Safety Features: Driver and front passenger, Front side airbags, ">Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, Brake assist, Antiskid system, Daytime running lights.
Competition: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Cadillac SRX, Infiniti FX45, Lexus RX, Lincoln Aviator, Porsche Cayenne, Range Rover, Volvo XC90.
Review to follow.
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Where Built: Slovakia
Major Options: V6 Equipment Packages 1-5, V8 Equipment Packages 1-5, V10 Equipment Packages 1&2, Winter Package. Locking rear differential, Tire-pressure monitor, OnStar® assistance system, 275/45YR19 summer performance tires, Trailer hitch.
Seating: 5
Number of Rows: 2
Length in Inches: 187.2
Warranties: 4 years/50,000 miles Bumper-to-Bumper, 6 years/60,000 miles Powertrain, 12 year/unlimited miles Corrosion Protection, 5 years/60,000 miles Free Roadside Assistance.
Weight in Pounds: 5086
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: 1,400
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: Not Available
Towing Capacity in Pounds: 7,716
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 26.4
Destination Charge: $655
