Volkswagen Touareg
There have been no major changes to the Touareg for 2012, as it was fully updated last year. It can be equipped with either a 3.6L V6 that produces 280 hp or a 3.0L TDI that offers 255 hp. This German SUV comes with AWD and an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. Although its doppelganger, the Porsche Cayenne, gets a hybrid engine, no green options are available for the Touareg in the Americas.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 80% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 7/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Winter driving | 10/10 |
| Comfort | 8/10 |
What's new in 2012
No major change
Pros
- Impressive diesel engine
- Effective AWD
- Comfortable front seats
- User-friendly dashboard
- Great for the highway
Cons
- No hybrid
- We'll see about its reliability
- Some options packages are expensive
- Cargo hold just average
- Some controls are enigmatic