2017 Volkswagen Touareg — Full Specifications
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The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is an SUV powered by a 3.6L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 23 mpg (UK) / 19 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Touareg workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2016 Volkswagen Touareg: Fuel economy slips from 29 to 23 mpg (UK) combined on the most efficient configuration. No longer listed: 3L 6-cyl turbo.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 23 combined / 20 urban / 28 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 19 combined / 17 city / 23 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 287 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg, all with the 3.6L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 19 (17/23) | 287 | $3,550 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg
Running Costs: 2017 Volkswagen Touareg
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg at 23 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,581 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2017 Volkswagen Touareg Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Unspecified (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Unspecified — campaign 21V321000, reported 5 May 2021. Risk: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg. The most-reported areas are Engine (19), Unspecified (6), Forward collision avoidance (1). That is close to the median of 26 complaints across the 8 Volkswagen Touareg model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (19 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Driver-assist sensors (1 owner complaint) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Seats (1 owner complaint) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Touareg compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 23 mpg figure is 4 mpg below that average. Its 287 g/km CO₂ figure is 34 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Volkswagen models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg's 23 mpg is 10 mpg below that make average. Its 287 g/km CO₂ figure is 74 g/km higher than the 213 g/km Volkswagen average.
Of the 8 Volkswagen Touareg model years we cover, the 2017 ranks 8th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (23 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Volkswagen Touareg year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have?
It's fitted with a 3.6L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg?
The most efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, or 19 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,550 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Unspecified (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg?
Among the 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (19 complaints), Unspecified (6 complaints), Forward collision avoidance (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Volkswagen Touareg's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.