Volkswagen Touareg Questions & Answers

Hi Geoff,
I assume the 150 Touareg has not got air suspension. I had weight distribution bars and anti sway on my previous 2009 Touareg which did not have air suspension and it worked well. Volkswagen don’t recommend it for air suspension models. Cheers Ian

Unfortunately it does have air suspension, the anti sway system has provided very efficient on 3 occasions and I would be reluctant to tow a van without one. Thanks for your answer
.

I do not know. I hope soon as it will kick Toyota's butt

It is better to have it and not need it than the reverse.
My Touareg is 165 kw, my van 1400 kg. Towing is effortless.
Get the 180 kw version!

Thanks Peter, this has helped

Just make sure it is what you need or want.
Mine is comfortable, quiet, and quick enough off the line to embarrass most other cars.
It goes my caravan with ease

Pay the $150 for the diagnosis.
May save you a fortune if it is serious.
Try, however disconnecting the battery. Wait 5 minutes and reconnect.. Wait another 5 minutes before starting the engine run it at idle for at least one minute to reset the computer.
I am a layman and think that this will give the computer a re boot.
Good luck.

Thanks mate for your thoughts will give it a try. Chris D

Roughly 8L/100km

16.2 towing a caravan and about 10l/ 100 on the open road. I am free zone, that is averaged out over some 80000 km on a 2008 model v6 tdi

I just bought a 2015 'V6 that runs 20" wheels, but the spare(space saver) is only an 18" wheel. So I know I can run 18“s. This should be the same case for the V8, but check what size your spare wheel is.

Lew

Go look at ...

https://www.mytreg.com/index.php?/topic/10163-buying-a-used-touareg-what-to-look-for/

Regards

Arvin

Km's depends on the past owner.

As a rule of thumb, most Australians drive about 25,000 k's per year (give or take a bit). I bought a 2nd hand Treg at 90,000 and is doing really well. Probably because of the deisel engine.

Both have the same engine. The V6 label is usually reserved for the model with air bag suspension, the 150 being standard steel springs. The V6 has more 'goodies' in the car and so is more enjoyable to drive. For example, all V6's have powered tailgate's, but some 150's didn't.

Both are great to drive, but the V6 luxuries make the drive more enjoyable. Also, a few 4XMotion examples of the V6 are around. They have a 4WD function as well as the SUV 'all WD'.

Cheers

Touregs in Australia are all V6. There’s 150kw and 180. For towing recommend 180. As to km’s will vary greatly ideally no more than 30-40,000. Price will vary according to km’s.

First thing I would do is find out all genuine VW dealers and service centers. Then find out all other mechanics that claim VW repair capability.
I would also check out and look out at Amarok bulletin boards. Amarok is a favorite serious off road Ute from VW. If Amaroks can get serviced/repaired then most likely Touregs would as well.
Hope this helps as I don’t believe there is a 100% guarantee anywhere out bush. Even a dealer you
May have to wait for parts. Then again reliability on these cars is very good in my opinion.

Sorry to hear. I’ve only had mine barely a month so too early to tell so far so good. The gearbox I understand is the same as on BME X3. A ZF 8 speed excellent gearbox.

Hi, I have only done 14000kms in 2 years but am very happy with the car and would recommend it to anyone looking to purchase one. I haven't had any issues with it since I bought it. You could try looking at a forum to get answers from others that may have done higher kms.

Hi Ian,
Thanks for your feedback !

I have a 2012 model and it pulls my campervan really well - you hardly know it is attached. V6 diesel

My handbook for the VW specifically says no WDH so I tow mine without but my ball weight is only 140kgs. I do think it would tow better with one and i did see a Touareg last week pulling a big van with a WDH on the hitch. My understanding is that if the car you are considering has the automatic ride leveling adjustable suspension, then a WDH is definitely not advised as it will work against your adjustable suspension. I suggest you talk to a VW dealer and talk to a towbar specialist to see what they suggest.

Thanks ken
Peter

We have been towing caravans with Touareg and we are now on our second one.
Yes the Touareg does a brilliant job of towing with the air suspension. Advice...take it easy for the first kilometre or so to let the car sort out the towing load, as you don't use a weight distribution hitch with the air suspension. After the first kilometre or so, just relax and enjoy the ride. Remember that a WDH is recommended for a spring type suspension.
VW listed the ball weight at 350kg up until the 2014 when it reduced the ball weight o 280kg, however the 3500kg tow weight remains.

most european wagons have space savers not a particually bright feature for australia i myself bought my touareg with a spare wheel carrier as oe no longer available i would definetely be buying a rim to throw on the roof or in the caravan, in saying that these wagons effortlessly tow at affordable fuel cxonsumption /comfort

I have towed a caravan with mine 2012, with air suspension, did not require any sway bars, the air suspension did everything spot on, motor pulled with no issues and would go as fast as you would need to go, but my car has been the most unreliable car I have ever owned, dealers lack skilled tech's to work on the vehicle.

Service is expensive
Centre tail shaft bearing is a common fault and expensive to replace
Diff bearings are a common fault and costs about 5 k to fix
Stay clear I just purchased a 2005 with 120 k on the clock 1 owner and in showroom condition
Worst descision I have ever made I have had nothing but problems since I purchased it
I am now taking it into VW tomorrow as there is coolant in cylinder 5&6
Stay clear if you want to keep your money and be happy

pirelli scorpions or falken wild trek are what i've got on at the moment 17x65x255

Hi there
I own a vw touareg v10;95000kms. Drive from western Qld Blackall to Toowoomba,1000 Kim's,does it on one tank of fuel 100 litres very comfy. Very reliable
Dr Viney Joshi, Blackall

Have had 3 Touaregs and heading for forth. Great car for towing if diesel. The safety aspects of Touareg make Triton comparison irrelevant.