2012 Volkswagen Touareg Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Touareg

1 of 7 Touareg VR6 Sport SUV 4D	2 of 7 Touareg VR6 Lux Sport Utility 4D	3 of 7 Touareg Hybrid Sport Utility 4D	4 of 7 Touareg VR6 Executive Sport Utility 4D	5 of 7 Touareg TDI Sport SUV 4D	6 of 7 Touareg TDI Lux Sport Utility 4D	7 of 7 Touareg TDI Executive Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price
$7,734	$8,443	$8,739	$9,318	$10,593	$12,508	$12,662
Fuel Economy
City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG	City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG	City 20/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG	City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas	Gas	Hybrid	Gas	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Horsepower
280 @ 6200 RPM	280 @ 6200 RPM	380 @ 5500 RPM	280 @ 6200 RPM	225 @ 3500 RPM	225 @ 3500 RPM	225 @ 3500 RPM
Seating
5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume
64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft	64.00 cu ft
Dimensions
188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.4" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H	188.8" L x 76.4" W x 68.2" H
Engine
V6, 3.6 Liter	V6, 3.6 Liter	V6, Hybrid, Sprchrg, 3.0L	V6, 3.6 Liter	V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter	V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter	V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter
Configurations
V	V	V	V	V	V	V
Towing Capacity
7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs	7,700 lbs

Child Seat Anchors
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start
Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Navigation System
Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio
Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque
266 @ 6200 RPM	266 @ 6200 RPM	325 @ 5500 RPM	266 @ 6200 RPM	406 @ 3500 RPM	406 @ 3500 RPM	406 @ 3500 RPM

Leather Seats
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Drivetrain
AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Descent Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel
Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Stability Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type
Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight
4711 pounds	4711 pounds	5135 pounds	4711 pounds	4974 pounds	4974 pounds	4974 pounds
Fuel Capacity
26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons	26.4 gallons
Front Head Room
39.6 inches	39.6 inches	39.6 inches	39.6 inches	39.6 inches	39.6 inches	39.6 inches
Front Leg Room
41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.9 inches	7.9 inches	7.9 inches	7.9 inches	7.9 inches	7.9 inches	7.9 inches
Overall Length
188.8 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches	188.8 inches
Payload Capacity
1287 pounds	Not Available	1243 pounds	Not Available	1155 pounds	Not Available	Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
59.8 inches	59.8 inches	59.8 inches	59.8 inches	59.8 inches	59.8 inches	59.8 inches
Turning Diameter
39 feet	39 feet	39 feet	39 feet	39 feet	39 feet	39 feet
Wheel Base
113.9 inches	113.9 inches	113.9 inches	113.9 inches	113.9 inches	113.9 inches	113.9 inches
Width with mirrors
76.4 inches	76.4 inches	76.4 inches	76.4 inches	76.4 inches	76.4 inches	76.4 inches

FAQs

Is the Volkswagen Touareg a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2012 Touareg feature a 6 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Touareg specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.

Does the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have a turbo?

Yes, the following 2012 Touareg trims have turbo engines: TDI Sport SUV 4D with a V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter, TDI Lux Sport Utility 4D with a V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter, etc. The following 2012 Touareg trims do not have turbo engines: VR6 Sport SUV 4D with a V6, 3.6 Liter, VR6 Lux Sport Utility 4D with a V6, 3.6 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Touareg specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.

What features does a 2012 Touareg have?

2012 Volkswagen Touareg features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2012 Touareg trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2012 Touareg have?

The 2012 Touareg ranges in power from the TDI Sport SUV 4D with 225 horsepower to the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 380 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Touareg specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.

Is the Volkswagen Touareg underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2012 Touareg ranges in power from the TDI Sport SUV 4D with 225 horsepower to the Hybrid Sport Utility 4D with 380 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2012 Touareg specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.

Is the Volkswagen Touareg fuel efficient?

The 2012 Touareg comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the VR6 Sport SUV 4D which gets 19 MPG, with 16 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2012 Touareg specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Touareg specs page.