IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
20 City / 24 -29 HWY
Horsepower
225 -380
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Allyson G
The Volkswagen touareg is one of my favorite vehicles I have had so far.
The Volkswagen touareg is a luxury vehicle with all the bells and whistles. It has Bluetooth, navigation, car service details built into the screen. It has 2 rows and offers plenty of space in the trunk. I love the trunk opener on my keys as well as pressing a single button to close the trunk.
accountCircle Courtney B
Luxury, power, and dependability.
My Touareg is a TDI model, and for a V6 SUV 29 mpg is excellent in my opinion. The vehicle rides smooth and has great get up and go. A lot of power compared to other newer SUVs I've driven. Its towing ability is impressive and reliable. The only complaint I have is some interior rattles that have come with the cars age. Minor cosmetic issue, but no mechanical issues so far and I'm at 90000 miles.
accountCircle Katherine E
Love the size, cargo space, handling, and fuel economy. Only improvement would be touchless back hatch entry.
Comfortable ride with performance and turning radius.
accountCircle sherry s
It's great on gas and looks like a porch. It's a good looking car
Love the look and performance of car. Emissions was an issue but has since been fixed with legal
accountCircle Katie S
5 ladies to Vegas with all their bags or take a 2 year old camping - perfect car.
The only complaints about this car is that the tire pressure sensors are extremely sensitive to weather changes and there was a leak inside the car itself so anytime it rains the rear back side window area leaks. This car drives amazing, it is durable, there’s so much room and it is the perfect SUV.
accountCircle Chrisse O
Volkswagen touareg: reliable and comfy.
I love the way my touareg drives and handles in different kinds of weather. I feel like the reliability is great as I have had the car for 7 years now and with few problems. It is comfortable to drive as well. It is also classy looking and has nice features such as seat warmers and sunroof.
accountCircle Jacqueline S
The VW touareg luxury package is a safe and reliable vehicle.
A Jetta was my first car and I absolutely loved it, so I decided on the touareg for my next vehicle. It is an AWD with amazing handling skills. With the right tires, this car can handle any weather on the roads. I wouldn't mind if the vehicle was larger, but with the back seats down the space inside is considerable. The sunroof is the entire roof of the car which is one of my favorite features, although sometimes it does not always close or open when the car is on and I have to restart the vehicle for it to work. I have the luxury package which has all leather seats (all seats in front and back are heated too!), full navigation/GPS system, Bluetooth connectivity and premium floor mats. Overall, I feel very safe and in control when I drive this vehicle in many conditions. I will always recommend VW!
accountCircle Be J
Volkswagen touareg, a safe and comfortable family car.
The touareg is not only super reliable but super safe in harsh weather conditions. With 4 wheel drive, it is ensured that you can make it through snow storms and icy conditions easily. With a touch screen and built in navigation system, it is super easy to operate and enter directions. And with the option of heated seats, you can always maintain comfort. If you want an easy and safe family car, the touareg is the way to go.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle MATT R
It's an annoying car, do not buy.
It's a very noisy beeping car, constantly beeps and makes annoying noises. I would not purchase this car again. It has a compressor and the layout of the car is okay, getting the car serviced is very pricey and despite me paying a premium for the car, it seems as though I am constantly paying a premium to have the car serviced which is not what I want.

Volkswagen Touareg Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Sport
225 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Sport w/Nav
225 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Lux
225 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Exec
225 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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Base
380 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Volkswagen Touareg Owner Reviews

4.65
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5 stars 71%
4 stars 24%
3 stars 6%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Katie S on June 10, 2021
5 ladies to Vegas with all their bags or take a 2 year old camping - perfect car.
The only complaints about this car is that the tire pressure sensors are extremely sensitive to weather changes and there was a leak inside the car itself so anytime it rains the rear back side window area leaks. This car drives amazing, it is durable, there’s so much room and it is the perfect SUV.
accountCircle Karin S on March 24, 2021
It's the best Uber in town, in my opinion. And I get great tips because of it!
Transmission is a little weird. It's a bit temperamental at times.

Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has an average owner rating of 4.67 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 17 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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car
4.8
2
car
4.75
5
car
4.65

Ranks #4 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #4 of 18 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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29 MPG
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Tie
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28 MPG
4
Tie
car
29 MPG

Is The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg A Good Car?

Yes it is. Very reliable and efficient. Great comfort and ease of use. Holds up well. Minimal repairs required.
Junie B.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg?

Yes it is reliable. Few problems are the premium fuel requirement and some electrical gremlins but minimal.
Junie B.

Is The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg A Good Value?

$50,000. Good value because it holds up and last over the years with minimal maintenance. Very great car.
Junie B.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to jump start VW Touareg 2013?

Answer: It's a bit weird trying to jump start a 2013 Volkswagen Touareg, since the battery is located under the driver's seat. However, there are actually terminals under the hood of Your engine. Go ahead and pop it...

What's the 2013 vw touareg oil type?

Answer: The 2013 Volkswagen Tourareg came factory standard with a 3.6L V6 engine and there was also an option available for a 3.0L V6 Diesel engine. Both of these engine will need to run on synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety