Volkswagen Touareg (2003 - 2009) 2.5 TDi 5d Auto (2003/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

It's a good looking car, and when everything is right, which isnt very often, it's a great car to drive

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

The all like the car, however cant believe the problems I have had with it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, to unreliable

What are you likely to buy next?

Not a VW, probably look at Mercedes M class or X5

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£18,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

I purchased the vehicle at a little below book price, but managed to get a decent trade in on my old vehicle

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Good looking vehicle, good to drive

What was the dealer like?

Very efficient, they specialise in prestige 4x4

What's it like to drive?

Good on the motorway, chews up the miles.

What's it like to park?

With the parking sensors on very easy

Have you had any problems with the car?

The 1st thing to go wrong was the keyless entry, thankfully this was replaced under warranty. The electric seat on the drivers side no longer works. Initially there was a problem with the turbo not kicking in, which meant you had to stop the car & turn it off then back on again to reboot it. The keyless entry has now failed again. It opens keylessly, however you have to use the fob to replace it. At 60k miles the propshaft failed and required replacing.

What's most practical about your car?

It was very good in the severe snow.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The parking sensors work well