Volkswagen Touareg 7P
A refined, high-torque luxury SUV sharing its DNA with the Porsche Cayenne.
- Power
- 245 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.2 s
- Top speed
- 137 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$13k
About the Volkswagen Touareg 7P
The second-generation Volkswagen Touareg (7P) refined the formula of its predecessor, shedding weight while increasing luxury and efficiency. Sharing its PL72 platform with the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7, it offers a premium driving experience with a focus on comfort and long-distance cruising. The 245 PS version of the 3.0-litre V6 TDI is widely considered the sweet spot of the range, providing effortless torque for towing and highway overtaking. While it lacks the low-range transfer case of the first generation as standard, its 4MOTION system remains highly capable for all-weather road use.
Volkswagen Touareg 7P specs
The Volkswagen Touareg 7P produces 245 bhp (183 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.2 seconds and has a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Touareg |
| Generation | 7P |
| Trim | 3.0 V6 TDI |
| Years | 2010–2018 |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $48,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,967 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 245 bhp (183 kW) at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.2 s |
| Top speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,153 kg (4,747 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 114 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Touareg 7P worth?
A typical Volkswagen Touareg 7P is estimated to be worth $7,500 – $13,000 (about £5,600 – £9,300).
Its original price when new was about $48,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Touareg 7P rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Touareg 7P is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 16 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Volkswagen Touareg 7P fun facts
- The Touareg is named after the nomadic Tuareg people of the Saharan interior in North Africa.
- Despite its Volkswagen badge, the second-generation Touareg was built alongside the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7 at the Bratislava plant in Slovakia.
- In 2006, a first-generation Touareg famously towed a Boeing 747 to demonstrate the platform's structural strength and torque.