2004 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 AWD 6AT
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- Photo: VW Touareg front by M 93 ( talk ) 13:55, 20 January 2009 (UTC), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 3.6 V6 (32095434187) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Touareg side 20080307 by Samoborac, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Touareg Facelift rear by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Touareg I V6 TDI Black Magic Interieur by Thomas doerfer, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 AWD 6AT is a 310-hp 4.2-liter V8 with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $43,255 MSRP and is rated at 14 mpg combined.
It makes 310 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 302 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (14 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $43,255 ($74,420 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.2L DOHC 40-valve V8 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 302 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 40-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 93.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point / FSI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-wheel drive (4MOTION) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 12 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 14 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded gasoline |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 AWD 6AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Volkswagen TOUAREG. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 20, 2017 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.
NHTSA campaign 17V583000
Dec 15, 2004 · SEAT BELTS
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION. THE BELT MAY DEACTIVATE THE ALR MODE WITH CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINTS.
Consequence: WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A 'CLIP' IN EACH OF THE TWO REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWANTED DEACTIVATION OF THE ALR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.
NHTSA campaign 04V592000
May 19, 2004 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE REAR SEAT BELT LATCH ATTACHMENT BOLT MAY HAVE BEEN INSUFFICIENTLY RIVETED.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BELT BUCKLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 21, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
NHTSA campaign 04V233000
Jul 25, 2003 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED DURING ASSEMBLY. AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED TPMS WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTACT THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE SPRING.
Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE TPMS WIRING CIRCUIT COULD BE INTERRUPTED, RESULTING IN AN INOPERATIVE TPMS, AND CAUSING A SHORT-TO-GROUND CONDITION THAT COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TPMS WIRING HARNESS ROUTING AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECT THE WIRING HARNESS ROUTING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 18, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA campaign 03V266000
231 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Volkswagen TOUAREG
Owner Complaints
231 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Volkswagen TOUAREG (9 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 50 |
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Tires | 36 |
| Air Bags | 27 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 22 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.