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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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2017 Volkswagen Touareg
V6 Executive
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$29,410
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1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
Base Passenger Van
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$14,680

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2017 Volkswagen Touareg
V6 Executive
Eric Tallberg Preview:

There are a few tweaks to Volkswagen’s high-end Touareg midsize 5-door 5-passenger crossover for 2017. Don’t worry, though--the most expensive and luxuriously appointed offering in the...

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1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
Base Passenger Van

The Volkswagen Vanagon for 1991 was virtually unchanged from the previous year's model. Several different trim packages were available for 1991, including the standard Vanagon, the Van...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2017 Volkswagen Touareg
V6 Executive
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Tek writes:
I tested drive this vehicle and was very impressed with it. A couple of key features that was missing that you...
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bdub24 writes:
Front Seats Ranked 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD better.
"The leather/suede combination are utlralux and ventilation on the seats are great!"
Value Ranked 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4WD better.
"So many upgrades incorporated into the trim, smart interior styling, air suspension that is adjustable, tow package with enhanced engine cooling and antisway tech, skid plates protecting the underbelly and greater than standard articulation. Fantastic!"
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1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
Base Passenger Van
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Specs

2017 Volkswagen Touareg
V6 Executive
1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
Base Passenger Van
Powertrain 8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
RWD
RWD
Fuel Economy, City
17 MPG
16 MPG
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Fuel Economy, Highway
23 MPG
18 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 26.4 gal 18 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
280 hp @ 6,200 RPM
90 hp @ 4,800 RPM
90 hp @ 4,800 RPM
Torque
266 lb-ft @ 2,500 RPM
117 lb-ft @ 3,200 RPM
117 lb-ft @ 3,200 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
12:1
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Displacement
3,600 cc
2,100 cc
2,100 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.5 in x 3.8 in
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Safety
ABS Brakes Standard --
Driver Airbag Standard --
Passenger Airbag Standard --
Front Side Airbags Standard --
Curtain Airbags Standard --
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Standard --
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Optional
CD Player Standard --
Cassette Player -- Optional
Radio Standard Optional
Power Windows Standard Optional
Power Door Locks Standard Optional
Driver Power Seats Standard --
Passenger Power Seats Standard Optional
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 7 seats
Front Legroom 41.4 in --
Back Legroom 36.7 in --
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 32.1 cu ft --
Maximum Payload 1,239 lbs --
Standard Towing Capacity 7,716 lbs --
Maximum Towing Capacity 7,716 lbs --
Exterior
Length 188.8 in 179.9 in
Width 76.4 in 72.6 in
Height 68.2 in 75.9 in
Wheelbase 113.9 in 96.9 in

Available Options

2017 Volkswagen Touareg
V6 Executive

Exterior Colors

  • Black Oak Brown Metallic
  • Canyon Gray Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Deep Red Metallic
  • Moonlight Blue Pearl
  • Pure White
  • Reef Blue Metallic
  • Reflex Silver Metallic
  • Sand Gold Metallic

Option Packages

  • Roof Edge Spoiler
1991 Volkswagen Vanagon
Base Passenger Van

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