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2009 Volkswagen Touareg Review

July 14, 2009

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Tall, wide stance gives the impression that it's ready to take on the toughest trails
Kelley Blue Book

Gauges, dashboard, and console look contemporary and upscale
ConsumerGuide

From the outside, the only real evidence that this is a diesel is the TDI badge
Motor Trend

The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is handsomely styled, most reviewers agree, with a more rugged stance than the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne with which it’s related.

According to reviewers at Edmunds, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg "is a midsize five-passenger SUV available in two trim levels that correspond to engine options: VR6 and V8." The exterior is stylish, and despite the fact that the Touareg Volkswagen is a departure from VW's traditional small car offerings, it still maintains the corporate image. Kelley Blue Book states that the Volkswagen Touareg "looks every bit a member of the VW family, with restyled headlamps and a large chrome grille that echoes the look of the Volkswagen Passat." As for exterior styling elements, Cars.com notes that the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg sports "scalloped headlights with pronounced bezels," while the rear "has darker taillights and a new roof spoiler." Unlike some just-for-show SUVs, the Touareg Volkswagen is very capable off-road, which Kelley Blue Book recognizes in the styling, by commenting that the Touareg's "tall, wide stance gives the impression that it's ready to take on the toughest trails." New for 2009 is a Volkswagen Touareg with a V-6 turbodiesel, although Motor Trend points out that, "from the outside, the only real evidence that this is a diesel is the TDI badge."

The interior of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg earns praise in reviews read by TheCarConnection.com for its high-end styling, although some reviewers complain about the abundance of controls. For 2009, Volkswagen upgrades the Touareg's navigation system, and Automobile Magazine says "a much nicer display and more intuitive functionality make interacting with the navigation system a breeze" now. Edmunds, meanwhile, raves about the Volkswagen Touareg's "upscale, elegant cabin," while ConsumerGuide notes that "the gauges, dashboard, and console look contemporary and upscale." However, they find "the proliferation of buttons and controls requires a preflight briefing."

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg returns with the same sleek profile and appealing interior.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Tall, wide stance gives the impression that it's ready to take on the toughest trailsKelley Blue BookGauges, dashboard, and console look contemporary and upscaleConsumerGuideFrom the outside, the only real evidence that this is a diesel is the TDI badgeMotor Trend The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is handsomely styled, most reviewers agree, with a more rugged stance than the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne with which it’s related. According to reviewers at Edmunds, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg "is a midsize five-passenger SUV available in two trim levels that correspond to engine options: VR6 and V8." The exterior is stylish, and despite the fact that the Touareg Volkswagen is a departure from VW's traditional small car offerings, it still maintains the corporate image. Kelley Blue Book states that the Volkswagen Touareg "looks every bit a member of the VW family, with restyled headlamps and a large chrome grille that echoes the look of the Volkswagen Passat." As for exterior styling elements, Cars.com notes that the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg sports "scalloped headlights with pronounced bezels," while the rear "has darker taillights and a new roof spoiler." Unlike some just-for-show SUVs, the Touareg Volkswagen is very capable off-road, which Kelley Blue Book recognizes in the styling, by commenting that the Touareg's "tall, wide stance gives the impression that it's ready to take on the toughest trails." New for 2009 is a Volkswagen Touareg with a V-6 turbodiesel, although Motor Trend points out that, "from the outside, the only real evidence that this is a diesel is the TDI badge." The interior of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg earns praise in reviews read by TheCarConnection.com for its high-end styling, although some reviewers complain about the abundance of controls. For 2009, Volkswagen upgrades the Touareg's navigation system, and Automobile Magazine says "a much nicer display and more intuitive functionality make interacting with the navigation system a breeze" now. Edmunds, meanwhile, raves about the Volkswagen Touareg's "upscale, elegant cabin," while ConsumerGuide notes that "the gauges, dashboard, and console look contemporary and upscale." However, they find "the proliferation of buttons and controls requires a preflight briefing." ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Touareg returns with the same sleek profile and appealing interior. 2009 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Tall, wide stance gives the impression that it's ready to take on the toughest trails" ConsumerGuide: "Gauges, dashboard, and console look contemporary and upscale" Motor Trend: "From the outside, the only real evidence ...

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Other Choices:

If you plan to off-road or tow in luxury, the Touareg is one of the best SUVs for its size, but if your needs involve passenger-hauling, you'll be better off with most of the alternatives in its size and price range. The Acura MDX and Lexus RX feel roomier inside and handle well, though their appointments might not seem quite as exclusive. The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has off-road and towing ability but outdoes the Touareg with a more spacious, more passenger-friendly interior. Even the Q7, which is related to the Touareg, has an available third-row seat and a beautiful, more expansive interior; it doesn’t claim off-road ability, so it handles a bit better on the road. The X5 and MDX are the best choices of this group for those who want an SUV that feels frisky and agile; as a result of juggling the roles of tow vehicle, off-road crawler, and luxurious family conveyance, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg feels surprisingly heavy and cumbersome in day-to-day driving.

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