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Used 2004 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
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3.13 out of 5 stars

Fisrt & Last VW

FLA.T-REG, 05/05/2006
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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My VW experience has been horrible. I have finally given up on taking it back to the dealer for warranty issues because the problems are always there after the visit. Their response when I asked if they got everything taken care of was "couldn't duplicate the problem" or "onboard computer didn't show any issues." Well, let me tell you something, I'm surprised that someone hasn't been killed (maybe they have and I'm not aware) due to driving these defective vehicles. Specifically, I refer to pulling / merging into traffic and having it "fall on it's nose" when you try to accelerate! This is my biggest issue with the vehicle, however I have also had all the malfunctioning warning signals, etc.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

One of the Best SUVs!!!

JKC, 09/23/2003
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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I tested and studied many SUVs before getting this one and I have to say it's the best value for the money right now and probably for a while. It's not the best in all of the fields, but it is either equal or better than the others. Something only a few can claim and prove. Performs similar to a BMW X5-on road, rides similar to a Lexus RX330, and performs similar to a Range Rover- off road.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Helluva Car

kcmwdc, 10/19/2003
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

After 2,000 miles, car is just great. Have Audi A8 with similar engine. Both awsome. However, shifting from D3,D2,D1 or back up again, car goes into "no where land". Punch the gas, nothing. Also, nobody can figure out how to install XM Satellite Radio.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

FUN Solid Drive

Ghofstrand, 01/14/2004
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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I haven’t had this much fun driving a car since my new '85 Corvette. Excellent in the deep snow and nibble on dry curve roads at speed, and I do mean speed! I test drove most of the top end SUV’s..FX45/ML500/X5 and Murano. The Touareg beat them hands down for drive, acceleration and comfort . This is my daily commuter (125 miles) Wash. D.C. Beltway to rural roads in Pa. ONE FUN CAR!

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3.38 out of 5 stars

never again

john, 01/12/2005
Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
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superb handling and performance is easily forgotten considering the problems its had. 15 months and 18k miles later it has been in the shop at least 8 times for more than 30 days. Service department was friendly but inept at fixing any of the electric malfunctions that plague this vehicle. I bought early and should have expected problems with the new model, but now 15 months later there is no excuse for not being able to fix the same issues I brought it in for within days of driving it off the lot. Do not buy one of these unless you have a satisfaction or money back guarantee from the dealer and at least 30 days to drive it before you pay.

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