Compare 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $48,390 | $63,000 | $46,200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $44,510 | $58,140 | $42,685 |
| Destination | $690 | $825 | $825 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Climatronic Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/chrome | Leather/aluminum | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front And Rear | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Leather |
| Head-up Display | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Premium Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 12-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 12-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Memory | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - W/tilt | 2 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | N/A | 50-50 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Leatherette |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | N/A | Manual |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Seat Audio Controls | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Speakers | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| Amplifier | Premium | Standard | Standard |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | With DVD |
| Navigation System | Optional | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection(TM) | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | BMW Assist | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-Xenon | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid And Roof Mount | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | N/A | Black |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Colored W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Power Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate/tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Flip-up | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | Lip |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P275/45VR19.0 BSW Performance AS | P255/50HR19.0 BSW Run-flat AS | P255/55HR18.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | 315/35WR10 | N/A |
| Wheels | 19" Silver Aluminum | 19" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Aluminum | Compact Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | N/A | Variable Intermittent |
| Running Boards | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.2L V-8 | 4.4L V-8 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | Twin Turbo | N/A |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | 4XMOTION All Wheel | All Wheel | All Wheel |
| 4WD Shift | Electronic | N/A | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Regular |
| Ride Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Adaptive Suspension | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | Automatic W/driver Control | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Level Control | 4-corner | Rear | Rear |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Air | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | DSC-X | DSC-X |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | STEPTRONIC | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 6-spd W/OD | 6-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.56 | 3.64 | 4.44 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 187.2 " | 192.1 " | 191.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 75.9 " | 78.1 " | 76.1 " |
| Exterior Height | 68.0 " | 66.5 " | 69.5 " |
| Engine | 4.2L V-8 | 4.4L V-8 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 350 @ 6,800 Rpm | 400 @ 5,500 Rpm | 260 @ 6,600 Rpm |
| Torque | 324 @ 3,500 Rpm | 450 @ 1,800 Rpm | 225 @ 2,750 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 12 Mpg | 13 Mpg | 15 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 17 Mpg | 18 Mpg | 21 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.6 Seconds | 6.3 Seconds | 7.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.2 Seconds | 15.0 Seconds | 16.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 88 Mph | 90 Mph | 81 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 57 Mph | 57 Mph | 57 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.33/3.65 " | 3.50/3.48 " | 3.35/3.46 " |
| Curb Weight | 5,300 Lbs. | 5,269 Lbs. | 4,982 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,493 Lbs. | 6,294 Lbs. | 5,963 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,250 Lbs. | 1,025 Lbs. | 1,113 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 7,716 Lbs. | 6,000 Lbs. | 6,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 " | 115.5 " | 115.5 " |
| Front Track | 65.2 " | 64.7 " | 64.7 " |
| Rear Track | 65.7 " | 67.2 " | 65.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | 21.0 '' | 21.0 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 8.3 " | N/A | 8.3 " |
| Drag Coefficient | .41 | .37 | .34 |
| Front Legroom | 41.3 " | 40.4 " | 40.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 " | 35.9 " | 36.6 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.7 " | 38.3 " | 38.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.3 " | 37.2 " | 38.3 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.7 " | 59.9 " | 60.0 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.4 " | 57.0 " | 58.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 31.0 Cu.ft. | 25.5 Cu.ft. | 21.9 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 71.0 Cu.ft. | 59.7 Cu.ft. | 61.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 99 Cu.ft. | 98 Cu.ft. | 102 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 26.4 Gal. | 22.5 Gal. | 22.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | N/A | 4 |
| Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Front Seat | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
