2008 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 2008 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 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 |
| 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8 AWD 6AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Volkswagen TOUAREG. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 8, 2017 · 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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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 free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.
NHTSA campaign 17V151000
Jul 2, 2009 · STRUCTURE:BODY
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 14,416 MY 2007-2009 TOUAREG VEHICLES. THE FASTENING STRUTS ON THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER CAN CRACK, CAUSING THE SPOILER TO BECOME LOOSE AND POSSIBLY DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING, EVEN THOUGH INITIALLY THE SPOILER MAY FEEL SECURE.
Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SPOILER COULD CAUSE INJURY BY STRIKING PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE OR COULD BECOME AN OBSTACLE TO OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL REINFORCEMENT WEDGES TO THE ROOF EDGE SPOILER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
NHTSA campaign 09V248000
Jan 28, 2008 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FUEL SUPPLY LINE WAS CHANGED DURING PRODUCTION WHICH COULD LEAD TO INSUFFICIENT SEALING OF THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE CONNECTOR.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO A FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.
NHTSA campaign 08V035000
Jun 25, 2007 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS." THE OWNER'S MANUAL IS MISSING THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
Consequence: THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS) TO WARN DRIVERS OF SIGNIFICANT UNDER-INFLATION OF TIRES AND THE RESULTING SAFETY PROBLEMS.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT CONTAINING THE REQUIRED TPMS INFORMATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 6, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA campaign 07V285000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.