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2009 Volkswagen Touareg Safety Review

July 14, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Hampering visibility to the front corners are large outside mirrors
ConsumerGuide

Passive safety features include front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags
Edmunds

Five stars, front impacts; five stars, side impacts
NHTSA

Sometimes, bigger really is better. Such is the case with the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, which leverages its impressive weight and stout construction.

In NHTSA crash tests, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg exhibits virtually no structural weaknesses. After subjecting the Volkswagen Touareg to its full array of tests, NHTSA awards the Touareg Volkswagen a perfect five-star rating in every impact category, including front impacts on both the driver and passenger side, as well as side impacts to either side of the Volkswagen Touareg. The IIHS has not yet tested the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.

In addition to the stellar crash-test ratings, TheCarConnection.com's research shows that the Touareg Volkswagen offers a wide range of active and passive safety features. Edmunds reports that all Volkswagen Touaregs come with "antilock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control, hill descent and incline roll-back control." In addition to those active features, ConsumerGuide says that "front side airbags, and curtain side airbags" are included as standard fare. Cars.com adds that "an automatic brake-drying feature for rainy weather" is standard, while the Volkswagen Touareg also offers an "optional backup camera."

Popular Mechanics brings word of a new rollover protection system, Active Rollover Protection, that "activates the side and side-curtain airbags to reduce the possibility of injury" if sensors detect that the Touareg is about to go belly up. They also mention a new tire-pressure monitoring system that "delivers real-time air-pressure readings to the driver more quickly and accurately."

Another of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg's safety "features" is its relatively good visibility. Although ConsumerGuide reports that "hampering visibility to the front corners are large outside mirrors and to the rear are back-seat headrests," they do add that "the rearview camera is a help."

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg boasts impeccable safety scores and a wide range of standard safety features.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Hampering visibility to the front corners are large outside mirrorsConsumerGuidePassive safety features include front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbagsEdmundsFive stars, front impacts; five stars, side impactsNHTSA Sometimes, bigger really is better. Such is the case with the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg, which leverages its impressive weight and stout construction. In NHTSA crash tests, the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg exhibits virtually no structural weaknesses. After subjecting the Volkswagen Touareg to its full array of tests, NHTSA awards the Touareg Volkswagen a perfect five-star rating in every impact category, including front impacts on both the driver and passenger side, as well as side impacts to either side of the Volkswagen Touareg. The IIHS has not yet tested the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition to the stellar crash-test ratings, TheCarConnection.com's research shows that the Touareg Volkswagen offers a wide range of active and passive safety features. Edmunds reports that all Volkswagen Touaregs come with "antilock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control, hill descent and incline roll-back control." In addition to those active features, ConsumerGuide says that "front side airbags, and curtain side airbags" are included as standard fare. Cars.com adds that "an automatic brake-drying feature for rainy weather" is standard, while the Volkswagen Touareg also offers an "optional backup camera." Popular Mechanics brings word of a new rollover protection system, Active Rollover Protection, that "activates the side and side-curtain airbags to reduce the possibility of injury" if sensors detect that the Touareg is about to go belly up. They also mention a new tire-pressure monitoring system that "delivers real-time air-pressure readings to the driver more quickly and accurately." Another of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg's safety "features" is its relatively good visibility. Although ConsumerGuide reports that "hampering visibility to the front corners are large outside mirrors and to the rear are back-seat headrests," they do add that "the rearview camera is a help." ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Touareg boasts impeccable safety scores and a wide range of standard safety features. 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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