It's Shockingly Good! VW Touareg review.

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  • čas přidán 17. 04. 2019
  • Everything you need to know about one of the most talked about SUVs of the last few years. Howard Ritchie goes rogue on and off piste in the Volkswagen Touareg SEL 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION 231PS 8spd auto, putting it through its paces as much as possible without needing a crane and TV crew to assist.
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Komentáře • 108

  • @leasingdotcom
    @leasingdotcom  Před rokem

    QUIZ: FREE CAR FOR ONE YEAR....NEW SHAPE NO SUNROOF OR OLD SHAPE WITH SUNROOF?

  • @ottergreen8190
    @ottergreen8190 Před 5 lety +16

    I have a 2011 Touareg and absolutely love it. Chocolate leather interior with stainless and wood grain.

  • @politendjarakana8756
    @politendjarakana8756 Před 5 lety +12

    Your good you should be on TV. Everything on point.

  • @jtonline99
    @jtonline99 Před 3 lety +7

    Love that you reviewed the SEL!! Everyone has done the 286ps or R-Line models, which are nice but slightly outside my budget. I think I could live with an SEL and a few upgrades after watching this review. Thanks 👍

  • @andras.89
    @andras.89 Před 5 lety +11

    WOW, this is actually the first time I see this car without the fully upgraded gadgets. Nice analog instruments.

  • @bluemicasa
    @bluemicasa Před 5 lety

    Excellent review as always, tempted

  • @paulharper4196
    @paulharper4196 Před 5 lety +2

    Was randomly suggested this video on my home page, watched it and thoroughly enjoyed it, you've gained a subscriber.

    • @leasingdotcom
      @leasingdotcom  Před 5 lety

      Cheers Paul. Feel free to watch our back catalogue 😉

  • @dennisogenche1498
    @dennisogenche1498 Před 5 lety +3

    I like this one. His sarcasm is spot on.

  • @thezanzibarbarian5729
    @thezanzibarbarian5729 Před 5 lety +5

    I was half expecting you to mention "dogging" when you were driving in the woods. But you neatly let that one slip by :-))...
    For such a large vehicle, I was surprised how little room there was for the back seats. So probably not the best one to use for my first comment above!! :-))...
    Once again you've done everything right in this video. When are the BBC calling for you to join TopGear?

  • @georgekaroullas3592
    @georgekaroullas3592 Před 5 lety

    Bravo excellent review

  • @finleyfendt3750
    @finleyfendt3750 Před 5 lety +13

    We need these diesels in the USA. If you have never driven a DIESEL, you do not know what you are missing.
    Bring this vehicle back to the USA.

    • @fleuger99
      @fleuger99 Před 5 lety +1

      Instead of great global vehicles like this and the Passat we get the watered down POS made for North America only VW's which is why I won't support this company anymore.

    • @2W3X4YZ5
      @2W3X4YZ5 Před 4 lety +1

      The day they offer a Touareg III with the 4.0 TDI V8 in the United States, is the day before I buy one. Sure would like to see an Amarok 4.0 TDI as well. That’s the truck America needs, but is forbidden to have.

  • @essejd
    @essejd Před 2 měsíci

    Wow. That was awesome. Thanks

  • @paulnicholls8736
    @paulnicholls8736 Před 5 lety +4

    Absolutely brilliant. Really enjoyable and interesting too. Loved the off road stuff. You nailed it again

  • @waltermoore2936
    @waltermoore2936 Před 5 lety +2

    Great review, might be my favorite CZcams auto reviewer. Well done!!

  • @sleevenick
    @sleevenick Před 5 lety +1

    Top Gear needs you !

  • @satnitcboy
    @satnitcboy Před 4 lety +2

    It's a shame that this widely praised VW SUV isn't offered in North America. Here it's the Tiguan or the Atlas. Not that we don't have 799 different permutations of SUVs/crossovers to choose from, but this Touareg seems to be VW's best. Well, maybe they'll decide to electrify it and send us that one.

  • @timdeluca-smith1621
    @timdeluca-smith1621 Před 5 lety +3

    For clarification - it's only the SEL that requires air suspension on larger wheels. Move up to the R-Line and 20's are standard. I have an R-Line Tech and love it (I came from the previous generation Touareg, and this is a massive leap forward).

    • @dsinghr
      @dsinghr Před rokem

      Hi, did you consider X5 against it ? I am thinking from either of these two, what do you think ?

  • @baltvdb
    @baltvdb Před 5 lety +1

    Excellent review, all the relevant information good to watch & all opinions supported by details. Thanks 😎🇬🇧

  • @imaginationphotography7057

    Loving the review, interesting and informed as ever

  • @omejoey
    @omejoey Před 5 lety +1

    great review as always! :)

  • @acchaladka
    @acchaladka Před 5 lety

    Nice review, and I hate big truck things like this. Would like to see you collaborate with the Canadians at ThrottleHouse or Straight Pipes to compare fun global things like next year’s Abarth 124 or what Peugeots might be coming to N America.

  • @gkelly34
    @gkelly34 Před 4 lety

    Really like the car, but I really REALLY like your jacket!

  • @travelandtech2185
    @travelandtech2185 Před 5 lety +8

    My grannys electric wheel chair could make easy work of this track.

  • @MG-ce3dx
    @MG-ce3dx Před 5 lety +24

    Now All VW haters will say that their Hyundai's/Kia's are still better🙄

    • @dreworoirden7675
      @dreworoirden7675 Před 5 lety +4

      JD Power stats say they are correct. Still prefer a solid VW though.

    • @jh5kl
      @jh5kl Před 4 lety

      @@dreworoirden7675 the same stats that show that if you just change the logo brand but keep the exact same mechanics and platform, people radically change their opinion about the same freaking car

    • @dreworoirden7675
      @dreworoirden7675 Před 4 lety

      @@jh5klperfect point well made, I hear it all the time from badge snobs. I have an obsession with solid cars keeping my family happy so do look at JD power ratings for any help in choosing another vehicle. Still go with my gut feelings when time to part with cash. Thanks for taking the time to respond, stay safe.

    • @simesimicevic8713
      @simesimicevic8713 Před 4 lety

      I have a first gen kia sorento great for off road ( i have a small house on a mountain with tereble road) and i will never sell it But i am waiting for my new vw touareg r line :)

  • @kenrehill8775
    @kenrehill8775 Před 4 lety +1

    That lane assist jolting could be a real pain in the ass if you’re asleep.

  • @RogerBaileyOnCars
    @RogerBaileyOnCars Před 5 lety +4

    looks like VW might have nailed it again and Howard so have you with this video - huge respect from me 👍

  • @johnc007
    @johnc007 Před 5 lety

    Great car for sure. Also as a non pro car presenter, you seem like a natural. Many of these CZcams car presenters over do it.

  • @captainmashedpotato2630
    @captainmashedpotato2630 Před 5 lety +2

    Didn't realise Dr. Fox was doing car reviews.

  • @paulshimell9826
    @paulshimell9826 Před rokem

    Love love love mine

  • @yurieu5872
    @yurieu5872 Před 4 lety

    Why aren't these videos looking real 4k? Are you recording from an iPhone?

  • @mbingham10
    @mbingham10 Před 5 lety +1

    The off road ability is quite frankly staggering, couldn't believe what this motor is capable of off road.

  • @diederka
    @diederka Před rokem

    I am driving the 4.0tdi with the full option and i can say its the best car I ever had. I just dont like the nervous lane assist and the soundsystem could be better.

  • @jonathonvial9726
    @jonathonvial9726 Před 5 lety

    Great car lm sure until the waranty runs out and then l would be very nervous. I would suggest resale might take a massive hit. Its not all roses folks.

  • @user-ou2pd8ki7o
    @user-ou2pd8ki7o Před 4 lety

    My dream car

  • @matt6201
    @matt6201 Před 2 lety

    Bought the R-Line petrol had it a year and I can't fault it.

  • @ItchyFeetOz
    @ItchyFeetOz Před 5 lety

    dual range gear box ?

  • @Exodos1234
    @Exodos1234 Před 5 lety +3

    At 5:59 when you press the roof liner you can see how it separates from the middle column plastic. Also plastics are in some areas not up to the price. Rear passenger room doesn't seem to be larger than an XC90 for example. Too complicated infotainment system. should be more simple.

  • @ustunkaya6383
    @ustunkaya6383 Před 5 lety +3

    That smal cup holder for (Red Bull) :)

    • @kenrehill8775
      @kenrehill8775 Před 4 lety

      AG Coarseman but now doubles up as an espresso holder.

  • @matthew1355
    @matthew1355 Před 5 lety +2

    I looked at this model. Had two test drives and each car had the same issue. When you push the accelerator it takes up to a slow count of four before the car starts to move. The old model didn't suffer with this. If you are thinking of buying one try it, Imagine you are pulling out from a junction, put your foot down and start counting.....software?

    • @leasingdotcom
      @leasingdotcom  Před 5 lety

      Could be software, we were looking out for that issue and didn't encounter it. Seemed fine for a single turbo

    • @elastotec173
      @elastotec173 Před rokem

      Try the 4.0 TDI - no lag at all

  • @motri5935
    @motri5935 Před 5 lety +3

    I remember the days when 17 inch wheels were optional.. and very big. Now you a renault scenic with 20 inch.. omg

  • @1250GSX
    @1250GSX Před 3 lety

    Good review. I'd be interested to know why you don't like air suspension.

    • @leasingdotcom
      @leasingdotcom  Před 3 lety +1

      Handling we think, he mentioned it in the 4-Series review referring to his own car.

    • @1250GSX
      @1250GSX Před 3 lety

      @@leasingdotcom thanks

  • @sirlogicghana486
    @sirlogicghana486 Před 8 měsíci

    I still love the V8 4.2 2004 Touareg
    It drives like a ship. Heavy, smooth, and powerful. Non of the newer Touaregs compare. Now that you have improved upon the technicalities, bring back the 2004 model to the market, equipped with all these neuschkeinten. It will outsell above all its competitors. And, please, we still want to keep driving the old Touaregs. We need spare parts for replacements. Make them available, please. Don't leave us to go scavenging. Help us enjoy owning the classics. We are willing to buy the parts to refurbish what we have. Help us pimp our ride.

  • @vaygach
    @vaygach Před 2 lety

    it's new one Touareg, nice

  • @3204clivesinclair
    @3204clivesinclair Před 4 lety

    Watching this after VW announced the PHEV Touareg.

  • @chriszbodula1894
    @chriszbodula1894 Před 5 lety

    I own a 2011 Hybrid. What year is this car. I thought they stopped making the Touareg and replaced it with the tinny, not even close in comparison, Atlas.

    • @leasingdotcom
      @leasingdotcom  Před 5 lety

      This is the 2018 Touareg, unfortunately we don't get the Atlas in the UK

  • @Beorn.
    @Beorn. Před 5 lety +4

    Did anyone see that roof liner move when touched at 6:00.. Not the most solid then.

    • @kurrywurst0815
      @kurrywurst0815 Před 5 lety

      So you prefer the to dump with your head (in case) to solid metal. So this is not your car then.

  • @billz4795
    @billz4795 Před 11 měsíci

    I'm Extremely Disappointed VW dropped it from the US market. I grabbed a 2017 Wolf for myself but when my wife got her hands on it - well it's hers.
    If they stuck with the off road/ lux approach they would be ahead of the competition - such as their off road racing - just saying.

  • @GlossaME
    @GlossaME Před 5 lety +8

    There's nothing shocking about a VW, apart from the resale price.

  • @TheDonshaz
    @TheDonshaz Před 3 lety

    You really need to reduce the background music...

  • @nicholasbabeaux2052
    @nicholasbabeaux2052 Před 5 lety +2

    Screw the Touareg, I love your glasses what kind are they?

    • @bekabeka71
      @bekabeka71 Před 5 lety +2

      They're called pedo glasses lol

  • @waldorph2000
    @waldorph2000 Před 4 lety +1

    wait till you get inside and see all the cheap plastics... such a pity, otherwise an awesome car

  • @user-ve3ww3wi6h
    @user-ve3ww3wi6h Před 5 lety

    No E/tailgate.....no usb at back....

  • @tonywellington7854
    @tonywellington7854 Před 3 lety +1

    "dont want something that shows how much you made selling houses"
    ---DONT you drive a 7 SERIES?

  • @MrPressPhotographer4
    @MrPressPhotographer4 Před 5 lety +1

    I will stick with my BMW X5M 40i Thank you.

  • @jshok8328
    @jshok8328 Před 5 lety

    too bad they dont bring that to the states anymore.

  • @SagaAcademica
    @SagaAcademica Před 5 lety

    Steering wheel is a deal breaker

  • @user-ur5zl3ig5h
    @user-ur5zl3ig5h Před 3 lety

    The touareg or the XC90?

    • @leasingdotcom
      @leasingdotcom  Před 3 lety

      VW - by 100% ( Howard's view ) - XC90 is cheaper however.

    • @user-ur5zl3ig5h
      @user-ur5zl3ig5h Před 3 lety

      @@leasingdotcom thanks love the reviews. Have you had the touareg R yet? Is it worth the extra?

  • @tardeliesmagic
    @tardeliesmagic Před 5 lety +19

    All new VW's are Shockingly Good then goes shockingly BAD years down the road lol Give it a few years like the rest of them.

    • @MC-nb6jx
      @MC-nb6jx Před 5 lety +9

      Tardeli costantini .... All??
      Pretty broad statement there don’t you think??
      I think you’re exaggerating 😉😉

    • @mshonhall
      @mshonhall Před 5 lety +5

      We’ve got over 50k miles in our 2016 Touareg and have been towing over 7,000 lbs. over the last two years. Probably towed the trailer for 25-30k of those miles. Going to Canada, Florida (twice), Arizona, California, and everything in between, and all from Kansas City, MO.

    • @MC-nb6jx
      @MC-nb6jx Před 5 lety

      V12 A Class ..... So one VW, not all of them😉😉
      I’ve had that many problems with BMW’s over the years, (particularly bad customer support😳) I’ll never buy another one..
      Never had any issues with the VW’s (& Audi's) I’ve had👍🏻👍🏻

  • @georgebx
    @georgebx Před 5 lety +3

    So he took it up a gravel driveway and a front lawn and says thats off road, what kind of Journalism is this!!! #fakenews Any standard car could and would have performed just as well. Oh i love the sensors beeping as he approached the longer grass lol give me a break

  • @bigears4426
    @bigears4426 Před 5 lety +3

    Vw have lost the ability to make good cars that can last longer than a few years

    • @bekabeka71
      @bekabeka71 Před 5 lety +1

      What about 2010 VW cc

    • @bigears4426
      @bigears4426 Před 5 lety +1

      Beka Machurishvili if you know people that repair vw now most say don't touch them , when a suspension joint only lasts 3 or 4 years and you have to change the hole arm , or timing chain tensioners fall apart at 100k ,they have forgotten how to make cars

    • @t-bone9239
      @t-bone9239 Před 5 lety +2

      That's not really true. I know so many people owning vw without any problems

    • @bigears4426
      @bigears4426 Před 5 lety

      totoIV normally the cars are new then , most japanese cars are better

    • @jh5kl
      @jh5kl Před 4 lety

      a nice propaganda indoctrination from the same people and countries that have been barking that china s economy is definitely about to implode, and have been repeating it for years, and then just to change the music a bit they took the allies to war on iraq because it DEFINITELY had weapons of mass destruction

  • @leasingdotcom
    @leasingdotcom  Před rokem

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  • @KoDeMondo
    @KoDeMondo Před 5 lety

    VW? NO WAY!!

  • @newbeginnings8566
    @newbeginnings8566 Před 5 lety +1

    £60000 and manual closing rear hatch!

  • @olecaccra5707
    @olecaccra5707 Před 5 lety

    really 🤷🏽‍♂️ everything but the tailgate is manual!

  • @PTZOUTZ
    @PTZOUTZ Před 4 lety

    That steering wheel is rubbish..

  • @dsinghr
    @dsinghr Před rokem

    Why this looks so dull from the front? Does VW designers have no creativity left ?

  • @AdamAus85
    @AdamAus85 Před 5 lety +1

    New corporate grill and headlights combo VW is now using is God damn ugly.

  • @philipashley1517
    @philipashley1517 Před rokem

    Yob get of my grass😈😈

  • @eyalschnider
    @eyalschnider Před 5 lety

    very expensive compered to land cruser.

  • @kubanskiloewe
    @kubanskiloewe Před 5 lety +1

    i dont buy anymore from this company ! greetings from germany

    • @jh5kl
      @jh5kl Před 4 lety

      meanwhile tesla 'self driving' keeps killing people, ford its on their third emission scandal, land rovers were cheating even more but no one cares. curious

    • @kubanskiloewe
      @kubanskiloewe Před 4 lety

      @@jh5kl ...No not curious at all ! The dimension and perfection these companies did an dstill do ! betray government and customers is so big that now even our own government, which is involved too in that shit !!, forced to arrest AUDI CEO Stadler in prison. VW,AUDI,Porsche, Merc and BOSCH ! who write the programs for them are deeply in trouble ! I drove over 20 years AUDI.....but this is a NoGo !!! We normal people go in prison for much less !! I´m quite happy with Lexus now :-) !

  • @angelotaplatzidis193
    @angelotaplatzidis193 Před 5 lety

    Why would anyone pay this amount of money for a car with small back seats... pointless

    • @jh5kl
      @jh5kl Před 4 lety

      small?????

  • @nl3712
    @nl3712 Před 5 lety

    It is SOOOOOO UGLY. Pity

  • @yellow98gt
    @yellow98gt Před 5 lety

    New garbage 👎 Not going to last.

  • @KoDeMondo
    @KoDeMondo Před 5 lety

    Is this an off-road car? Are you serious??? This is a total waste of money for an unreliable and overpriced piece of German crap! How people can buy a VW this days after the emissions scandal and after thousands of clients left on their own with a rubbish car!

    • @jh5kl
      @jh5kl Před 4 lety

      meanwhile ford is on their third emission scandal, tesla 'self drive' keeps having accidents and no one cares or talks about it. anglo saxonic propaganda is slowly starting to get exposed.

    • @KoDeMondo
      @KoDeMondo Před 4 lety

      @@jh5kl don't worry mate here in Australia they are well known them and others car manufacturers too!

  • @user-ou2pd8ki7o
    @user-ou2pd8ki7o Před 4 lety

    My dream car