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2005 Volkswagen Touareg

New from

$69,900 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Not Available

Safety Rating

Not Available

Warranty

3 year, 100,000 km

Fuel Efficiency

10.1 - 14.8 L / 100km

About the Volkswagen Touareg

Last updated Sep 27, 2025

The new Volkswagen Touareg is a Suv Large Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $69,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the R5 variant and topping out at $138,500 for the V10 Tdi.

There are 6 variants of the Touareg available in Australia.

Engine options include 2.5L turbo pump injection (128kW/400Nm), 4.9L turbo pump injection (230kW/750Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (177kW/310Nm) and 4.2L multi-point injection (228kW/410Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature four-wheel drive.

The new 2005 Touareg is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

See Volkswagen Touareg models from other years

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Power to Weight

57.27 - 98.4 kW/t

57.27 kW/t

136.21 kW/t

Boot Space

500 - 555 litres

280 litres

1,260 litres

Fuel Efficiency

10.1 - 14.8 L/100km

8.6 L/100km

15.2 L/100km

Price

$69,900 - $138,500

$56,650

$207,100

Warranty (Years)

3 years

2 years

3 years

Warranty (Distance)

100,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

1 - 2 years

2 years

3 years

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

2,945 - 3,080 kg

2,620 kg

3,230 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

3,500 kg

2,250 kg

3,500 kg

Approach Angle

28.4 - 33.2°

25°

37.2°

Departure Angle

28.1 - 33.6°

24°

33.6°

Ground Clearance Unladen

237 - 300 mm

185 mm

300 mm

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg Price

R5

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$69,900

V6

Configuration	Price From*
3.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$69,900

V6 Luxury

Configuration	Price From*
3.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$78,600

R5 Luxury

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$78,600

V8

Configuration	Price From*
4.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$99,990

V10 Tdi

Configuration	Price From*
4.9L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$138,500
4.9L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$136,900

*excl. on-roads

All Volkswagen Touareg Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$89,490	$133,490
2024	$86,790	$129,990
2023	$87,990	$117,540
2022	$82,990	$116,290
2021	$81,490	$139,990

*excl. on-roads

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg Specs

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Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 10
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System In-dash Cd
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
Body exterior
- Body Type: Suv
- Driver Location: Rhd
- Engine Underbody Protection Location: Engine
- Local Body Type: Suv
- Local Number Of Doors: 5
- Number Of Doors: 5
- Platform Code: Pl71
Brakes
- Abs Four-wheel Location: 4-wheel
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Bumpers
- Front Colour: Painted
- Front Location: Front
- Rear Colour: Painted
- Rear Location: Rear
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 57.27
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
Convenience
- Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Navigational Systems Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Navigational Systems Information Type: Full Map And Voice
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Power Outlet Rear Location (12v): Rear
Dimensions
- Approach Angle: 28.4
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1570
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 555
- Departure Angle: 28.1
- Front Headroom (mm): 1008
- Front Hip Room (mm): 1504
- Front Leg Room (mm): 1057
- Front Track (mm): 1653
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 237
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 39.7
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38.9
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 59.2
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear (in): 59.3
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front (in): 41.6
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear (in): 35.4
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
- Overall Height (mm): 1726
- Overall Length (mm): 4754
- Overall Width (mm): 1925
- Rear Headroom (mm): 987
- Rear Hip Room (mm): 1505
- Rear Leg Room (mm): 898
- Rear Track (mm): 1665
- Wheelbase (mm): 2855
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compression Ratio: 18.5
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2460
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 5
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 2
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 100
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Granite
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Granite
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Granite
Lights
- Headlight Control Internal Height Adjustment
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 179
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 111
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 174
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 128
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 400
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Roof
- Front Sunroof Location: Front
- Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
- Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Safety
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Rear Seat Belts Center Operation: Reel
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
- Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
- Front Rear Seat Folding: 40/60
- Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 3
- Front Rear Seat Type: Split Bench
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
- Seating Capacity: 5
Steering
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Wishbone
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Wishbone
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Differential Lock Center Location: Centre
- Differential Lock Rear Location: Rear
- Drive Descent Control System
- Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
- Drive Four-wheel Drive Type: Full-time
- Drive Selection: Manual
- Drive Speed Limited Manual Only
- Electronic Traction Control Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
- Limited Slip Differential Center Location: Centre
- Transmission Electronic Control Auto Only
- Transmission Lock Up Auto Only
- Transmission Low High Gear Ranges
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Mode Select Auto Only
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Ventilation
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Ventilation System Digital Display
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Rear Electric Windows: Rear
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 144
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 36
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): 100000
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 36
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): 100000
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 36
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2945
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2235
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235

Adds to R5:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 79.19
Engine
- Bore Engine: 84.0
- Compression Ratio: 11.0
- Engine (l): 3.2
- Engine (cc): 3189
- Engine Configuration: V
- Number Of Cylinders: 6
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 95.9
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Interior trim
- Interior Color Facia Color: Grey
- Upholstery Color: Gray
Paint
- External Color: Black
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 202
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 126
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 241
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 177
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 310
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200

Removes from R5:

Body exterior
- Platform Code: Pl71
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 57.27
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compression Ratio: 18.5
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2460
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 5
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 2
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 179
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 111
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 174
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 128
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 400
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000

V6 Luxury

Adds to V6:

Interior trim
- Interior Color Facia Color: Light Wood
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Wood & Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Heated
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Steering
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Visibility
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming

Removes from V6:

Interior trim
- Interior Color Facia Color: Grey
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Granite
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Granite
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Granite
- Upholstery Color: Gray
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Steering
- Steering Wheel Type: Plastic

R5 Luxury

Adds to V6 Luxury:

Body exterior
- Platform Code: Pl71
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 57.27
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compression Ratio: 18.5
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2460
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 5
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 2
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 179
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 111
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 174
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 128
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 400
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000

Removes from V6 Luxury:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 79.19
Engine
- Bore Engine: 84.0
- Compression Ratio: 11.0
- Engine (l): 3.2
- Engine (cc): 3189
- Engine Configuration: V
- Number Of Cylinders: 6
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 95.9
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Interior trim
- Interior Color Facia Color: Light Wood
- Upholstery Color: Black
Paint
- External Color: Black
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 202
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 126
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 241
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 177
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 310
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200

Adds to R5 Luxury:

Audio
- Disc Player Boot Capacity: 6
- Disc Player Boot Location: Boot
- System Disc Autochanger
- System Disc Autochanger Capacity: 6
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 98.4
Convenience
- Memorized Door Mirror Position
- Memorized Steering Wheel Position
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
Dimensions
- Front Track (mm): 1649
- Rear Track (mm): 1661
Engine
- Bore Engine: 84.5
- Compression Ratio: 11.0
- Engine (l): 4.2
- Engine (cc): 4172
- Engine Configuration: V
- Number Of Cylinders: 8
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 5
- Stroke Engine: 93.0
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Interior trim
- Interior Color Facia Color: Light Wood
- Upholstery Color: Black
Paint
- External Color: Black
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 8.1
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 218
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 135
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 310
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 228
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 410
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Steering
- Steering Wheel Electric Adjustment
Suspension
- Suspension Levelling Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Levelling Rear Operation: Automatic
Visibility
- Auto-dimming Driver Door Mirrors
- Auto-dimming Passenger Door Mirrors
- Electrically Foldable Mirrors Operation: Electric
- Headlight Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2317
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255

Removes from R5 Luxury:

Audio
- System In-dash Cd
Body exterior
- Platform Code: Pl71
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 57.27
Dimensions
- Front Track (mm): 1653
- Rear Track (mm): 1665
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compression Ratio: 18.5
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2460
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 5
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 2
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 12.9
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 179
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 111
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 174
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 128
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 400
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Weights
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2235
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235

V10 Tdi

Adds to V8:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 11
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 93.12
Convenience
- Front Entertainment Display Screen Location: Front
- Front Tv Entertainment Display Screen
Dimensions
- Approach Angle: 33.2
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1525
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 500
- Departure Angle: 33.6
- Front Track (mm): 1645
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 300
- Overall Height (mm): 1703
- Rear Track (mm): 1657
Engine
- Bore Engine: 81.0
- Compression Ratio: 18.5
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 4.9
- Engine (cc): 4921
- Number Of Cylinders: 10
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 2
- Stroke Engine: 95.5
- Vavle Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Lights
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Bi-xenon
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 7.8
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 140
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 313
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 230
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 750
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Steering
- Steering Wheel Type: Wood & Leather
Suspension
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Air
- Suspension Levelling Front Location: Front
- Suspension Levelling Front Operation: Automatic
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Air
Ventilation
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 4
- Rear Control For Climate Control
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3080
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2470
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 19
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 9.0
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 19
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 9.0
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275

Removes from V8:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 10
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 98.4
Dimensions
- Approach Angle: 28.4
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1570
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 555
- Departure Angle: 28.1
- Front Track (mm): 1649
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 237
- Overall Height (mm): 1726
- Rear Track (mm): 1661
Engine
- Bore Engine: 84.5
- Compression Ratio: 11.0
- Engine (l): 4.2
- Engine (cc): 4172
- Number Of Cylinders: 8
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 5
- Stroke Engine: 93.0
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
- Vavle Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 98
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Lights
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Performance
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 8.1
- Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 218
- Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 135
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 310
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 228
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 410
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Steering
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Ventilation
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
Visibility
- Headlight Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Weights
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2945
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2317
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2025	3500Kg	3500Kg
2024	3500Kg	3500Kg
2023	3500Kg	3500Kg
2022	3500Kg	3500Kg
2021	3500Kg	3500Kg

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg Fuel Economy

There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Touareg

The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Touareg is the R5 with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.5L Turbo Pump Injection and uses 10.1L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

The Volkswagen Touareg that uses the most amount of fuel is the V8 with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 4.2L Multi-Point Injection and uses 14.8L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

Below is a table of all the Volkswagen Touareg variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

Volkswagen Touareg	Fuel Type	Combined
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	Diesel	-
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	Diesel	10.1 L/100km

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg Warranty

What is the warranty on a Volkswagen Touareg?

The Volkswagen Touareg offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.