Used 2005 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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An SUV That Can Take You Anywhere
docj, 04/24/2010
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
We bought this SUV so my wife, a nurse, could get to work regardless of the weather. It has consistently demonstrated it can do that in some absolutely horrible conditions. We have a set of winter wheels with Pirelli Scorpion studless ice and snow tires for it and it can go just about anywhere. In good weather it is a fun SUV to drive; in sport mode it can beat most vehicles off the line. You'd never know you had 5,000 pounds under you. Reading other reviews I have no idea why people have been complaining of tire or brake life. Make sure the wheels are aligned and select tires carefully. Initial reliability was poor but has improved a lot;not cheap to fix--$1,100 for timing belt!
What a great ride!
Mrs. Stacey Branger, Irvine, CA, 09/15/2015
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
41 of 44 people found this review helpful
This is a terrific SUV. Yes, its a gas hog, but the power, control, and creature comforts out weigh that particular negative. I bought this to haul my elderly handicap parents, and their scooters around town. We all love the smooth ride, AC, and Its turning capability. Its easy to climb in and out of, and we find that even though we do not plan on having more than three adults at a time, we are all happy with the space provided inside. Check timing belt, and tires. Expensive to replace.
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Not great but ok.
SEAN9, 10/31/2008
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
53 of 58 people found this review helpful
I am a mechanic for a used German car dealer and I bought this trade in for fun, its a late build 2005. BTW 2004 is a lemon, mid to late build 2005+ is a good car. Positives: Interior, exterior, solid vehicle. Negatives: Terrible gas mileage, 6 speed transmission shifts constantly and hard, radio is horrific, small interior, too many electronic gizmos. 4.2L Audi engine is excellent. Its a tough German car not a smooth Japanese car. If you don't believe me go to web VW boards and check the car out, the transmission is the worst aspect of this vehicle but you can reprogram it with some success. Overall nice and somewhat better than some of the Mercedes I work on.
2005 Touareg V8 Review
gabbott, 06/10/2008
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car and can't 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 X5's (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 X5's. The Touareg coming in as a overweight still handles very well. The suspension does a very good job of keeping the car at it's optimum performance level. The sound of the V8 is quit p;easing. I have gotten 20 MPG on the hwy at 72 MPH.
Reliable German Quality
Matt, Washington, DC, 05/15/2019
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car is one of the classical and robust German "Gelandewagen" off-roaders and has a pleasant, time-less design. Required a couple of tune-ups, preferably by an independent car workshop that uses OEM parts and is knowledgeable with this type of vehicle. Dealership services are usually too expensive. Other than that, a fine car, safe and comfortable! Especially in snow conditions!
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