Used 2011 Volkswagen Touareg for sale 

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is a five-passenger midsize SUV that is offered in four trim levels namely- Sport, Lux, Executive, and Hybrid. Except for the Hybrid model, the rest of the trim levels can be equipped with either the gasoline V6 or the turbodiesel engine. The hybrid trim will be reviewed in a separate article. The performance of the trims can be further improved by the use of optional packages such as the Towing Package or the Protection Package. 

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It would be wise to opt for the Lux trim that is offered with the gasoline engine and is relatively affordable than the other high-end trims and provides better features than the base model. Additionally, the experience of the Lux trim can be improved by coupling it with the optional Protection Package. 

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is offered with a 3.6L V6 engine that facilitates the power output of 280hp and provides a torque of 265lb-ft. The engine is quite capable, especially with regard to its off-road performance. On regular roads, the engine ensures a decent performance and a composed quality ride that feels balanced and smooth. 

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg comes with a four-wheel-drive that is mated to an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The engine is in sync with the transmission, providing a decent ride that feels engaging and enthusiastic. The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV sprints from 0-60MPH in 6.2 seconds and reaches its quarter-mile in 14.0 seconds. 

From the data, it is evident that the BMW X5 is the most powerful car in the segment with an output of 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque. Moreover, it is also the fastest car in the segment. The Acura MDX comes next in terms of power output but it is the slowest car in comparison to its rivals. The Volkswagen Touareg SUV comes last in power output but offers better acceleration than Acura. 

When it comes to fuel economy, the Volkswagen Touareg doesn’t offer much to complain about. The base engine is argued to be fuel-efficient even though the diesel engine is more popular in terms of its mileage. The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has a fuel capacity of 26.4 gallons and offers 16MPG within city limits, 23MPG on the highways, and a combined mileage of 19MPG. These figures are enough to indicate that Touareg is more fuel-efficient than most of the rivals in the market. 

The data is indicative of the fact that it is the Volkswagen Touareg that offers the maximum mileage and range in comparison to its rivals in this segment. Moreover, it also offers the maximum fuel capacity. The Acura MDX comes next in terms of fuel efficiency, even though it provides the least fuel capacity. The BMW X5 comes last in terms of mileage. 

The interior of the 2011Volkswagen Touareg SUV has managed to impress quite a number of people with its utilitarian yet luxurious interior. The interior successfully combines elements of functionality with high-end style. The cabin is adequately lit and provides a posh and comfortable vibe to its occupants. 

The materials used in the cabin of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is of refined quality that feels smooth to touch. It is mostly made up of refined leather and also includes leatherette upholstery in the base trim. In terms of seating, the Volkswagen Touareg can easily accommodate 5 occupants with comfortable seating.

Even the rear row seats are considered to be decent, however, it is believed that the car would have gained more appreciation had there been a third row of seats. Moreover, it provides a cargo capacity of 32.1 cubic feet that is quite impressive. 

In comparison, it has been observed that the Volkswagen Touareg is the most spacious car in the segment. It also offers maximum cargo space. The Acura MDX comes next in terms of interior space but it can seat the maximum number of people i.e., 7. However, it offers the least cargo space. The BMW X5 secures the second spot in cargo space with 23.2 cubic feet of space. The main interior features of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV include:

• Leather Upholstery
• Leather Steering Wheel
• Electric Power Steering
• Dual Vanity Mirrors
• Keyless Ignition
• Interior Air Filtration 

How intuitive is the infotainment system?

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV comes along with a 7.0-inch touchscreen display that hosts the majority of its infotainment features. Most of the essential infotainment features required to make the ride entertaining for the occupants come as standard.

The infotainment interface is often assumed to have been inspired by Audi and BMW, especially in terms of their functions and quality. Moreover, the features included are quite intuitive and easily accessible. The main infotainment features of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV include:

• DVD Player
• Bluetooth
• USB Ports
• Satellite Radio
• 8 Speaker Sound System
• Navigation System 

The exterior of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has been completely redesigned, and the present model looks nothing like its predecessors. The present Touareg has completely done away with the rugged nature of styling and instead has adopted a more mature and classier styling and design that looks smooth on the outside, giving it a distinct and striking look that is mostly meant to strike a chord with the suburban class of the city. 

The exterior of this Volkswagen gains a finer detailed look that is provided with a new grille and front end design that resembles the essence of the brand’s design. In terms of size, the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV has been made wider than its predecessors to accommodate the wagon-like nature. 

When comparing the SUVs on the table, the Acura MDX is the biggest car on the table. It is however the lightest car in the segment while also offering the minimum wheelbase. The BMW X5 comes second in terms of size. It is however the heaviest model and offers the maximum wheelbase and ground clearance. The Volkswagen Touareg stands last with its dimension in the segment.The main exterior features of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV include:

• 18.0-inch Alloy Wheels
• Bi-Xenon Headlights
• Splash Guards
• Power tailgates
• Trailer Hitch

Volkswagen has a reputation of performing well in terms of safety crash testing, and the same is evident for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. The Volkswagen Touareg has been provided with a series of effective safety features meant for crash mitigation and crash prevention. The newest Volkswagen has not been crash-tested by the NHTSA, but the previous model of the Touareg had received a 5-star rating from the NHTSA. The IIHS has certified the safety features of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV as “Good”. The Volkswagen Touareg includes airbags, stability control, emergency braking assist, and so on. The main safety features of the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV include:

• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Traction Control
• Lane Keep Assist
• Forward Lane Collision 
• Tire Pressure Monitoring
• Post-Collision Safety System

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV has seen a splurge in its popularity ever since its redesigning. The present model offers significantly better performance and quality of ride and is a strong contender for the midsize SUV category in the market. It also offers a luxurious and comfortable interior in addition to looking good on the roads. Despite its minor flaws, the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg SUV is worthy of its price and the hype it has amassed.