The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg, the latest model year on record, is 189″ long, 76.4″ wide and 68.1″ tall on a 113.8″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,696 lb. At 15.7 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Volkswagen Touareg generation, measured
The biggest change came in 2011: the new car was 2.0″ longer and 456 lb lighter than the 2004–2010 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2010 | 187″ | 76″ | 68.1″ | 111.8″ | 5,300 lb |
| 2011–2017 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 68.1″ | 113.8″ | 4,844 lb |
Touareg year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2015 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2014 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2013 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2012 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2011 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 113.8″ | 2 | |
| 2010 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 2 | |
| 2009 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 2 | |
| 2008 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 2 | |
| 2007 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 2 | |
| 2006 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 3 | |
| 2004 | 187″ | 76″ | 111.8″ | 3 |
Touareg on the used market
In 229 Touareg listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2011–2017 car is the most common: 129 of them (56%), at an average asking price of $9,777. ForCar visitors have decoded 34 Touareg VINs; the most checked model years are 2013, 2015 and 2005.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2017 | 129 | 56% | $9,777 | 133,539 mi |
| 2004–2010 | 99 | 43% | $4,784 | 136,330 mi |
Will a Touareg fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.7 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.7 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.4 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,068 cars within 10″ of its length, the Touareg is heavier than 89% and wider than 81%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,068 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 76.4″ | 73.2″ | +3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 113.8″ | 109.8″ | +4.0″ |
| Curb weight | 4,696 lb | 3,825 lb | +871 lb |
Touareg against its rivals
Next to the Cadillac SRX and Volvo XC70, the Touareg is the shortest and the heaviest of the three.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Touareg (this car) | 2017 | 189″ | 76.4″ | 4,696 lb |
| Cadillac SRX | 2016 | 190.2″ | 75.2″ | 4,361 lb |
| Volvo XC70 | 2016 | 190.6″ | 73.6″ | 4,079 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Touareg bigger than the 2016?
About the same length: the 2017 model is the same length and 139 lb lighter.
Which is bigger, the Touareg or the Cadillac SRX?
The 2016 Cadillac SRX is 1.2″ longer and 335 lb lighter than the 2017 Touareg.
How much does a used Touareg cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $4,784 for the 2004–2010 car to $9,777 for the 2011–2017 one, across 229 listings.
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