VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Review

Summary:

What we like: Strength, Styling, Performance.

What we don't like: Large, Thirsty petrol engine.

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VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG review in detail:

When you first look at the VW Touareg, it is hard to tell whether this was designed foremost as a sports car or if, in fact, it was the brainchild of an off road enthusiast. It certainly has a more athletic stance than some of its competitors.

A dual-range transfer case means the VW Touareg has all the virtues demanded by those looking for a real off-road vehicle. Yet the Volkswagen Touareg is a luxurious vehicle with a full range of upmarket equipment.

The factory tyres are not really suited to off-road driving, so investing in an alternative set may be a good idea.

The Touareg range recently saw the introduction of a 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel to sit between the existing 2.5-litre five-cylinder and the big-gun 5.0-litre V10 diesel engine. The 3.0 is probably the best choice, being matched with a good six-speed automatic transmission.

Also new in the engine field is a petrol 3.6-litre FSI unit. It doesn't have the torque of the new V6 turbo-diesel and working the transmission to get the best from it is a must.

The crossover market has become a highly competitive place to be and Volkswagen has some strong competition in this sector including the BMW X5, Mercedes M Class, Lexus RX 330, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the Volvo XC90. Few can stand up to the Touareg when taken off-road and Volkswagen has proven themselves as a serious competitor in this capable vehicle sector. Whilst the Touareg may not be the cheapest of the group, there are many who say that this vehicle is setting the new benchmark. That’s a hard call, especially with so many excellent players in that sector.