2004 Volkswagen Touareg Consumer Reviews Page 8

Looks Good, but Always in the Shop

Written by: Debbie on 01/01/2006

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

We bought the Volkswagen Touareg because it was a nice looking, comfortable, and easy driving SUV - without being HUGE in size. From DAY 1, this car has been nothing but trouble! Nothing that has caused it to stop running, but stupid annoyances that cause it to always be in the shop. In 2 years the car still isn't 100% corrected. If they find the problem, they can't get the parts. There is one item I've been waiting 2 years for (yes, since I picked up the car). My advice: Look at something else until they get all the bugs out. Even now, in 2006, VW can not tell me they have all the bugs worked out of the new Touaregs.

Favorite Features

Comfort and style of the car are it's #1 feature.

Suggested Improvements

Make the car more reliabable. The last thing a new car owner wants to do is have their car in the shop 50 times in the first 2 years!

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VW Touareg V8

Written by: Roger on 12/30/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I love the exterior design of the Volkswagen Touareg V8. Its build quality is excellent, but the fuel economy is bad, bad, bad. I love to drive it. It's fun, fun, fun to drive. It needs more interior room and a better navigation system though.

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Love / Hate of a V10 TDI Touareg

Written by: Gary on 12/29/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI AWD 4dr SUV (4.9L 10cyl Turbodiesel 6A)

Review

The 2004 Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI is an absolute blast to drive, the V10 engine can only be described as a torque monster. Throw in mid-20's for gas mileage and you have a great package. But...the thing has been back to the dealership every other month for a host of recurring and random problems ranging from repeated air bag faults to vibrations to interior trim that cracks in cold temperatures to power loss at speed. Needless to say, a great package has been marred by a dreadful reliability record. Unfortunately I can't tolerate the lack of reliability, so I must say goodbye to the torque monster.

Favorite Features

The incredible engine and excellent fuel economy for such power. The interior is spectacular in both design and comfort.

Suggested Improvements

A +$60,000 vehicle that does not have to go back to the dealer 10 times in 20 months of ownership.

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Perfect, Except for Gas Mileage

Written by: Turner on 12/15/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I honestly think that the Volkswagen Touareg is one of the greatest vehicles of all time. Its only downfall comes only from its massive weight that hinders better performance and gas mileage. In my case, I drive a short distance to work, so I am willing to tollerate the lack of fuel economy (16 city, 19 hwy). I recently took a 1,200 mile road trip and found it to be exceptionally comfortable and easy to drive - smooth and quiet even at 100 mph. We also hit very rough weather and it was useful having the weight and the full-time all wheel drive. The sandard Dunlop tires look good but last only 25,000 miles - with few alternatives. I recommend this car highly to anyone willing to accept the gas mileage.

Favorite Features

The amazing list of standard features, including auto-interior lights; good 4x4 abilities; good trip-computer; great speaker system; comfortable and beautiful interior.

Suggested Improvements

Why after 20 years of portable CD players, and now iPods, etc. why can we not get an audio input jack on the front face of the radio? Also, the coat hooks above each rear door were designed by a fool.

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Fun Porsche Cayenne Substitute

Written by: Larry on 11/23/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I had a Porsche Cayenne S for a day and the Volkswagen Touareg V8 was every bit as good for a lot less money. The power is amazing and the aggressive sound of the exhaust compliments the styling very well. Other than the poor gas mileage and the tires wearing out after 19,000 miles, this is a great vehicle!

Favorite Features

The power and styling.

Suggested Improvements

Make satellite radio an option. Provide a better selection of wheels.

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Run for Your Life

Written by: Karree B. on 11/16/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I fell in love with the Volkswagen Touareg after one test drive. Had I known the issues that were going to crop up I would have made another choice. I love the ride and handling of this SUV but I'm reaching the point where that doesn't matter anymore. I've had this truck in for service at least once a month since I bought it. I've even had to take it in for service while on vacation. How much does that stink?! Many of the problems have been linked to the electrical system (which they know is bad and refuse to fix) but now it's my transmission that's going wonky. Not only does it jerk while shifting gears, now it's making a loud screaming noise. VWoA needs to get a clue and own up to the issues!

Favorite Features

I love the blue and red interior at night, the gadgets, air ride, off road capability, sportiness, handling, looks, super fun to drive. It is a total sleeper in the ocassional street race. Japanese car owners never know what hit them when you lower the suspension into sport mode!

Suggested Improvements

Improve this truck';s reliability. Add auto down/up on all windows. Provide better customer service. If I'd known I was going to be treated like a second class citizen I would have kept my BMW. Add a DVD player and third row of seats. Please fix my car, I love it and want to keep it!

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Finally I got a quality car.

Written by: Leo Yudysky on 10/15/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I purchased my 2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 new, it had a few electronic bugs, no pun, but the dealer fixed them all and they didn't come back. It is an extremely high quality vehicle after being in American cars for 30 years. If you're in snow country your problems are gone. It has excellent traction and clearance. It's super quiet. The luxurious interior has real wood and metal accents. The seats are firm but have infinitely variable adjustment. I love the navigation system and cockpit design, it is like being in a jet aircraft. the sound system is the best that I've ever had and VW does not overrate itself. The factory tires are huge and wear out quickly but they are rated 200 and extra soft for traction. The transmission is so smooth you can hardly hear it shift through its 6 speeds.

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Do Not Buy It!

Written by: DO NOT BUY IT! ! ! ! on 10/10/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My Touareg has been the worst vehicle that I've had ever. It has been a constant visitor to the service department for recalls, campaigns, alignments, all sorts of warning lights coming on, over 45 days in service - engine has been removed twice to replace parts gone bad. I am going for the Lemon Law - BAD BAD BAD - especially for the price! this truck has received many terrible reviews throughout the web. It gets terrible gas mileage. I can't imagine how much this truck would cost someone who owned it after the warranty had expired. I have heard that Volkswagen is buying back a lot of Touaregs.

Favorite Features

The body style.

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Good Looking Manufacturer Buyback

Written by: Niels Leppert on 10/09/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V6 AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Factory Buyback. Our 2004 Touareg was great looking, great off-road (low-range rocks!) but was a miserable experience until the day VW (was forced) to buy it back: The V6 engine is weak and sucks down fuel. My new BMW X5 4.4i gets much better gas mileage. The Touareg had tire pressure monitoring failures from the day we bought it. We had trim and rattle problems, squealing rotors, remote lock/unlock issues, A/C windshield fogging problems, and a wiper blade that flew off in a rainstorm. 23 shops days in under 10,000 miles. After three repeat repair attempts and filing Lemon law, VW tried lawyering out of it until losing the arbitration. PS - I love my new BMW X5...Are you listening, Zieter?

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Buy it!

Written by: Ian on 09/28/2005

Vehicle

2004 Volkswagen Touareg V8 AWD 4dr SUV (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The VW Touareg gives consumers a lot of bank for the buck. I had this SUV for two months. The engine is doing well even after 35,000 miles of the previous owener's lead foot. If you are buying one, go for the air suspension and navigation because you'll regret not getting them within first week of ownership.

Favorite Features

The V8 engine and the smooth powerful ride.

Suggested Improvements

Give it a longer body with a third row of seats, a larger seat-back pocket, a DVD system, better storage solution for the cargo area, better navigation software, one touch close for the tailgate, and refined exterior body kits such as skid pads and running boards.

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