2005 Volkswagen Touareg: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $37,140 -$58,490
- Invoice: $33,733 -$53,020
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. See if the 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | V8 |
| Arrival Date: | 04/01/2005 |
| Engine: | dohc V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door wagon |
| Transmission: | 6-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 44,260 |
| Price as Tested: | 55,764 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 10428 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 10748 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 320 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 26.878 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 12.24 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Premium Plus Pkg. (Navigation System, Sound System, 11 Speaker Audio System, Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Headlight Washer System, Convenience Pkg., Four Corner Air Suspension, Smooth Leathe Seating Surfaces and Silver Roof Rack, CD Changer), 4-Zone Climatronic (Tm) Air COnditioning, Touareg Trailer Hitch, Electronic Parking Assistance, Winter Pkg. (Heatable Steering Wheel, Heatable Rear Seats, Ski Bag), 6-Speed Automatic Tiptronic(R) Transmission
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Chuck Giametta
We should temper our turbodiesel comments. With prem now over $2.50, it's no longer likely the diesel is a losing proposition in terms of purchase price vs. long-term savings on fuel and potentially maintenance costs. We should change "The turbodiesel really costs...." to "The turbodiesel is quite pricey and in short supply, but offers the prospect of long-term savings on fuel and maintenance costs, plus the immediate benefit of outstanding power."
Rick Cotta
Not as flawless as a $55,000 SUV should be. Touareg is an impressive piece, just not an impressive value--unless you can use its considerable off-road prowess. For most folks, there are any number of midsize Utes that deliver as much or more for thousands--even tens of thousands--less.
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