2012 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications

Specifications

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2019 2020 2023

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	AWD
Front Mounted, Longitudinal
Body / Chassis :	Unitized Body Construction
Production Years for Series :	2011 -
Price :	MSRP: $42,975-61,115 Invoice: $40,875-58,115
Weight :	4711 lbs \| 2136.874 kg
MPG City :	16
MPG Highway :	23
Introduced At :	2010 Chicago Auto Show

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.37

Engine & Transmission

V 6 10-degree
Displacement :	3600 cc \| 219.7 cu in. \| 3.6 L.
Power :	280 HP (206.08 KW) @ 6200 RPM
Torque :	265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2750 RPM
Bore :	3.5 in \| 89 mm.
Stroke :	3.8 in \| 97 mm.
Compression :	9.5:1
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy

V 6 90-degree
Displacement :	3000 cc \| 183.1 cu in. \| 3.0 L.
Power :	225 HP (165.6 KW) @ 3500 RPM
Torque :	406 Ft-Lbs (550 NM) @ 1750 RPM
Bore :	3.3 in \| 83 mm.
Stroke :	3.6 in \| 91 mm.
Compression :	16.8:1
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission:
8 Automatic

Hybrid System

Electric Motor
:	Electric Motor
Power Output :	47.00 HP
Torque :	221.00 Ft-Lbs
Battery
Type :	Nickel Metal Hydride
Power :	47.00 HP
Voltage :	288.00V
:	Hybrid Battery Pack

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	4.85
2nd Gear :	2.84
3rd Gear :	1.86
4th Gear :	1.44
5th Gear :	1.22
6th Gear :	1.00
7th Gear :	0.82
8th Gear :	0.67

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	16V170000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Consequence	If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mfr Report Date	20101028
NHTSA Campaign ID	18V329000
Summary	Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence	If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2012 Averages

Avg. Home :	$263,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.55
Total Car Production :	10,335,765

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has a wheelbase size of 113.90 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has a length of 188.80 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has a width of 76.40 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have?A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has 39.60 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have?A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has legroom of 41.40 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg was a Light Truck.

Q: How much did the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg had an MSRP of $42,975 - $$61,115 (USD).

Q: What engines did the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg had the following engine options: V 6 (3600 cc | 219.7 cu in. | 3.6 L.) with 280 HP (206.08 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2750 RPM

V 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 225 HP (165.6 KW) @ 3500 RPM and 406 Ft-Lbs (550 NM) @ 1750 RPM

Q: What transmission did the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg have? A: The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg had a 8 speed Automatic gearbox.