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2009 Volkswagen Touareg Features Review

July 14, 2009

FEATURES | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Options include keyless entry and starting, navigation system, rearview camera
ConsumerGuide

Lacks the family-friendly features of its competition
Edmunds

Optional 10-speaker 640-watt audio system
Cars.com

The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg starts at just under $40,000 and comes equipped with a wide range of features, but moving up toward the fully optioned, $55,000-plus Volkswagen Touareg starts to diminish the vehicle's overall value.

For your $40,000 entry fee, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg VR6 comes "standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic wipers, a power liftgate, a sunroof, rear parking assist, [and] a tilt/telescoping steering wheel," according to Edmunds. Kelley Blue Book reports that "dual-zone automatic climate controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, automatic headlights, [and] heated seats" are also among the standard features. Moving up to the Volkswagen Touareg V-8, ConsumerGuide finds that the standard features list grows to include a "heated steering wheel, leather upholstery, 12-way power passenger seat, memory system (driver seat, mirrors), wood interior trim, automatic day/night outside mirrors, [and] rear side sunshades."

The Touareg Volkswagen's options list holds something for just about everyone, according to reviews read by TheCarConnection.com. A new Lux Plus package for the Volkswagen Touareg adds such features as "keyless access and starting, upgraded sound system," and, for the V-6 versions, all of the V-8's upgraded standard features, according to ConsumerGuide. Another package that the reviewers at Edmunds find desirable is the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg "Technology Package, [which] adds a rearview camera, a hard-drive-based navigation system and an upgraded 11-speaker audio system. A locking rear differential is also available." Unfortunately, Bluetooth functionality is not yet available on the Touareg Volkswagen.

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg offers a strong list of base standard features, but the options list gets pricey in a hurry.

FEATURES | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Options include keyless entry and starting, navigation system, rearview cameraConsumerGuideLacks the family-friendly features of its competitionEdmundsOptional 10-speaker 640-watt audio systemCars.com The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg starts at just under $40,000 and comes equipped with a wide range of features, but moving up toward the fully optioned, $55,000-plus Volkswagen Touareg starts to diminish the vehicle's overall value. For your $40,000 entry fee, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg VR6 comes "standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic wipers, a power liftgate, a sunroof, rear parking assist, [and] a tilt/telescoping steering wheel," according to Edmunds. Kelley Blue Book reports that "dual-zone automatic climate controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, automatic headlights, [and] heated seats" are also among the standard features. Moving up to the Volkswagen Touareg V-8, ConsumerGuide finds that the standard features list grows to include a "heated steering wheel, leather upholstery, 12-way power passenger seat, memory system (driver seat, mirrors), wood interior trim, automatic day/night outside mirrors, [and] rear side sunshades." The Touareg Volkswagen's options list holds something for just about everyone, according to reviews read by TheCarConnection.com. A new Lux Plus package for the Volkswagen Touareg adds such features as "keyless access and starting, upgraded sound system," and, for the V-6 versions, all of the V-8's upgraded standard features, according to ConsumerGuide. Another package that the reviewers at Edmunds find desirable is the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg "Technology Package, [which] adds a rearview camera, a hard-drive-based navigation system and an upgraded 11-speaker audio system. A locking rear differential is also available." Unfortunately, Bluetooth functionality is not yet available on the Touareg Volkswagen. ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Touareg offers a strong list of base standard features, but the options list gets pricey in a hurry. 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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