Volkswagen Touareg — All Years
We have Volkswagen Touareg specifications on file for 8 model years, 2010–2017, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 19 to 29 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 287 | — | 1 | 24 |
| 2016 | 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–29 | 270 | — | 2 | 44 |
| 2015 | 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–28 | 277 | — | 2 | 24 |
| 2014 | 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–28 | 277 | — | 3 | 27 |
| 2013 | 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–28 | 277 | — | 3 | 30 |
| 2012 | 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–26 | 288 | — | 2 | 28 |
| 2011 | 3L 6-cyl supercharged / 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 23–26 | 288 | — | 2 | 16 |
| 2010 | 3L 6-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Diesel | 19–24 | 316 | — | 0 | 25 |
Best and Worst Volkswagen Touareg Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 8 Volkswagen Touareg model years from 2010 to 2017 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 26 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 3L 6-cyl turbo — 2010–2016
- 3.6L 6-cyl — 2010–2017
- 3L 6-cyl supercharged — 2011–2015
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Volkswagen Touareg covered on this site?
We have data for 8 model years of the Volkswagen Touareg, from 2010 to 2017.
What engines does the Volkswagen Touareg come with?
EPA data lists: 3L 6-cyl turbo (2010–2016); 3.6L 6-cyl (2010–2017); 3L 6-cyl supercharged (2011–2015).
Which Volkswagen Touareg year has the best fuel economy?
The 2016 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 29 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Volkswagen Touareg have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Volkswagen Touareg model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2013 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (3), and the 2016 has the most owner complaints (44). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2010. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Volkswagen Touareg?
The Volkswagen Touareg is classed as an SUV on this site.
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