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2014 Volkswagen Touareg

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Rating7.5

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Fullsize SUV
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$44,570 - $61,435
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Capable and efficient V6 motor

Slightly on the expensive side

New R-Line trim

Upscale and appealing interiors

Few essential tech features aren't offered as standard

New driver assist features and feature revisions

Notable off-road capabilities

Refined ride and predictive handling

Specs & Features

$48,110

price

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

horsepower

266 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl AWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 Volkswagen Touareg SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns directly with the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, the Acura MDX, and with the BMW X5. Spread across 5 trim levels, the Volkswagen Touareg SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP of $44,570. Its 3.6L V6 engine and 8-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 280 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.7 seconds and boasts a maximum towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Volkswagen Touareg SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 19 MPG, a below-average number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7.9 inches. 

Buying Advice

You'll get the most value for your money with the Lux trim level that includes the Driver Assistance Package as standard. Besides that, it also boasts features such as 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming mirrors, and ventilated front seats. 

 

Trims

    Sport
    $44,570 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone climatronic automatic front AC
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • V-Tex leatherette Seat trim
    Luxury
    $52,050 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    R-Line
    $54,690 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 240 hp @ 4000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 406 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 149 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    X Special Edition
    $56,170 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 240 hp @ 4000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 406 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 141 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    Executive
    $57,935 onwards
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Parking assist

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2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		7.3 sec15.4 sec-
    		6.2 sec14.9 sec132 mph
    2014 BMW X5

    Ranked #2

    		6.3 sec14.9 sec-
    		6.5 sec15.1 sec115 mph
    		6.6 sec15.0 sec155 mph
    		7.2 sec15.5 sec-
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    2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		17 mpg23 mpg19 mpg26.4 gal.448.8/607.2 mi.
      		25 mpg31 mpg27 mpg16.6 gal.415/514.6 mi.
      2014 BMW X5

      Ranked #2

      		19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg22.4 gal.425.6/604.8 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg19.2 gal.345.6/480 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg21 gal.378/525 mi.
      		18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg24.6 gal.442.8/590.4 mi.

      2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		188.8 in.76.4 in.68.2 in.7.9 in.113.9 in.
        		224.4 in.79.1 in.76.8 in.9.1 in.130 in.

        2014 GMC Yukon XL

        Ranked #2

        		222.4 in.79.1 in.76.8 in.8.9 in.130 in.
        		207.7 in.79.3 in.77.2 in.9.8 in.123.2 in.
        		205.1 in.79.9 in.77 in.9.9 in.122 in.
        		203.7 in.78.5 in.69.9 in.7.2 in.118.9 in.

        2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		32.1 cu.ft.-64 cu.ft.
          		24.4 cu.ft.150.8 cu.ft.116.3 cu.ft.
          		18.9 cu.ft.-120.1 cu.ft.
          		16.9 cu.ft.39.2 cu.ft.108.9 cu.ft.
          		16.9 cu.ft.-108.9 cu.ft.
          		16.1 cu.ft.-81.7 cu.ft.

          2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		64 cu.ft.32.1 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.-
            		80.3 cu.ft.40 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            		108.9 cu.ft.16.9 cu.ft.108.9 cu.ft.62 ft.
            		80.3 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            		43.8 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.43.8 cu.ft.-
            		81.7 cu.ft.16.1 cu.ft.81.7 cu.ft.-

            2014 Volkswagen Touareg vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		7716 lbs.1287 lbs.4711 lbs.
              		8500 lbs.1633 lbs.5467 lbs.
              		8500 lbs.1295 lbs.5765 lbs.
              		8500 lbs.1633 lbs.5467 lbs.
              		8200 lbs.1849 lbs.5372 lbs.
              		8100 lbs.1526 lbs.5674 lbs.

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