Volkswagen Touareg MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volkswagen Touareg model year from 2004 to 2017 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Touareg has been offered with 3.6L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.0L 10-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2016 (up to 24 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volkswagen Touareg fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 19 MPG | 3.6L 6-cyl | $13,999 | 31 listings |
| 2016 | 19–24 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $11,866 | 30 listings |
| 2015 | 19–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | $13,990 | 19 listings |
| 2014 | 19–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 19–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 19–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 19–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 16–20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 15–20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 14–17 MPG | 5.0L 10-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 14–17 MPG | 5.0L 10-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 14–17 MPG | 5.0L 10-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 14–16 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 14–18 MPG | 5.0L 10-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
2017 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2017 Touareg was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 19 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $13,999 on VehiSales (31 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2016 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2016 Touareg was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $11,866 on VehiSales (30 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2015 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2015 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $13,990 on VehiSales (19 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Touareg Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2014 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2014 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Touareg Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2013 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2013 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Touareg Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2012 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Touareg Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2011 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2011 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Touareg Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2010 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2010 Touareg was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2009 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2009 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2008 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2008 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 10-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 5.0L 10-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2007 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 10-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 5.0L 10-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2006 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 10-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 5.0L 10-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2005 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2005 Touareg was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2004 Volkswagen Touareg: engines & MPG
The 2004 Touareg was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 10-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg | 5.0L 10-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Diesel | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Touareg | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Touareg | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volkswagen Touareg get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Touareg range from 16 to 24 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2016 model year.
What engines does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have?
The 2017 Touareg was EPA-rated with 3.6L 6-cyl engines — see the 2017 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volkswagen Touareg require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and diesel and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Touareg?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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