Trim Report

Volkswagen Touareg TDI2012

Includes:TOUAREG|TDI
$4,500
Starting From
32
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 32 active dealer listings as of

Min $4,500
Max $23,999
From $4,500
Fresh

TDI Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,100
$1K–$14K
28 listings137,500 avg miles
Executive
From$3,400
11 listings|$3K–$18K
Sport
From$1,100
61 listings|$1K–$21K
TDI
From$4,500
32 listings|$5K–$24K
V10 TDI
From$4,500
6 listings|$5K–$25K
V6
From$2,950
17 listings|$3K–$10K
V8
From$2,495
6 listings|$2K–$7K
VR6
From$3,500
38 listings|$4K–$20K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$5,900
13 listings|$6K–$22K

2012 Volkswagen Touareg TDI Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Touareg TDI

Location data for all 2012 Volkswagen Touareg trims combined

34States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (17%), but the remaining listings are spread across 33 other states nationwide.

Volkswagen Touareg Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Volkswagen Touareg trims

Low Concern

The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg's low safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 28 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
28
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
18V3290002018-16-05
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

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16V1700002016-24-03
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has accumulated 28 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering5
02Fuel/propulsion System4
03Electrical System2
04Power Train,engine2
05Service Brakes2
28 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Touareg Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Volkswagen Touareg trims

19–22mpg combined
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16-20city
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23-26hwy
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$2,550-$3,050/yr

With 3 configurations tested, the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg ranges from 19 to 22 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Touareg - Automatic (S8)
22mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel DriveDiesel
19 city26 hwy~$2,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Touareg Hybrid - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive
20 city24 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Touareg - Automatic (S8)
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the TDI Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg TDI

How does the TDI compare to other Volkswagen Touareg trims?

The TDI occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Touareg range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg TDI?

Maintenance costs for the TDI align with the broader Volkswagen Touareg ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2012 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is steering. Check the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Touareg TDI?

For the TDI, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen Touareg buyer's guide.

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