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2010 Volkswagen Touareg

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

The 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline
Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder
Combined Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder
Displacement3.0 L to 3.6 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Diesel, Gasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears6
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.

  • 17V151000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made…

    Reported March 8, 2017. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 7, 2026

Data verified: November 7, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2010 Volkswagen Touareg?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.