2009 Volkswagen Touareg
The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $102,990 for the base variant and topping out at $183,990 for the R50 variant.
There are 2 variants of the Touareg available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2008.
The 2009 Touareg was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Touareg include 3.0L v6 turbo (176kW/550Nm), 4.9L v10 turbo (230kW/750Nm) and 4.9L v10 turbo (258kW/850Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $102,990 - $183,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- N/A

- Retail Price
- $102,990 - $183,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Volkswagen Touareg
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
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Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
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Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Touareg comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being R50.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,754 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,928 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,726 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Load Capacity | 617 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2009 Volkswagen Touareg
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Touareg is the base variant that starts from $102,990.
See all Volkswagen Touareg PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Touareg is the R50 variant that starts from $183,990.
See all Volkswagen Touareg PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Touareg is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Volkswagen Touareg towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Touareg is the base variant which measures 1928mm wide, 4754mm in length and sits 1726mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Touareg is the R50 variant which has 258kW of power and 850nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Touareg is built in Slovakia and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Volkswagen Touareg is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3200 kg.
The Volkswagen Touareg uses Diesel fuel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.