Volkswagen Touareg

Was contemplating an Audi Q8 but the price was a huge turn off. However, I got to know about the VW Touareg from a friend and decided to own a used one. The car drives completely like the Audi Q8 at a fraction of the price, yet it comes with more options and best of all, have the same ARF.

The equipment that the Audi Q8 didn't offer were Panoramic Roof, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning as well as Lane Assist.

Drive was, it was exactly the same as the Audi Q8. Engine and gearbox are exactly the same part number that came with the vehicle. This makes it even more comforting to know that the car has parts readily available without fear of long-term waiting time for repairs or maintenance.

The car exudes a large and commanding presence on the road. Not only that, but it is also an uncommon car, and most people would think it's a VW Tiguan.

I own the 2022 Touareg R-Line, coming from a 2017 Tiguan R-line and the experience couldn't be more different. The Touareg does feel like a cheaper, but no less capable, Audi Q8, since they both share the same platform, engine, and excellent ZF 8-speed transmission. Volkswagen has done its part to fit out its flagship with I guess, the best parts and materials in its line-up, and I do have to say the quality of finish is more Audi-like than Volkswagen.

The equipment list has almost everything you could ask for, and the digital dash and infotainment is much improved over from the Tiguan, which has a similar system. The driving experience is that of a tall, large and wide SUV, with a commanding view of the road. The engine has a slight delay, but then builds up smoothly once it gets going. Pick up is smooth and fast, thanks to the ZF auto trans. The air suspension is very comfortable, and excellent over long distances.

So far, my Touareg has been trouble-free and solid, just like my Tiguan. I expect many years of reliable performance from this luxury barge

Unfortunately I have the displeasure of owning this car in the r line model. I've never owned a car that has spent more time in the workshop then on the road. It's like VW took parts from all the brands they own and cobbled together and SUV but forgot they don't actually work together.

Mine is only a year old but I have already had the transmission changed. Start stop motor changed. Radiator changed. Battery changed. What else??

Don't expect VW Singapore to know what's wrong given that hardly anyone bought it, so they don't have any experience on the car.

When it does work the ride is rough. Transmission can't decide which gear it wants. When you accelerate make sure you have at least 50m in front of you otherwise you will hit someone. Be prepared to have every warning sound bug you as you drive along. So don't bother turning on the radio. And if you use the stop start function make sure you have a neck brace.

Don't consider. And for the price VW is laughing at you. Move on and look at a Lexus.