“The Touareg is an awesome vehicle. I wish it had adjustable armrest like my older CC had in middle console as well as door cup holder my CC had.”
2015 Volkswagen Touareg: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg is a mid-cycle styling refresh, with revised front and rear designs. Volkswagen also updated the cabin and expanded the SUV’s safety and driver-assistance equipment.
About the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg
2nd generation (2011-2017 U.S. market), mid-cycle refresh year
Volkswagen positioned the 2015 Touareg as a premium two-row SUV that mixes upscale comfort, real towing and all-weather capability, and understated styling. It was aimed at buyers who wanted luxury-SUV substance without a traditional luxury badge: a quiet cabin, strong road-trip manners, flexible cargo space, standard all-wheel drive, and a choice of gas, diesel, or hybrid power. Compared with many rivals, the Touareg leaned more toward solid engineering and long-distance comfort than flashy styling or a third row.
The 2015 Touareg lineup spans a straightforward gas V6, a torque-rich TDI diesel, and a 380-hp V6 Hybrid, all with all-wheel drive. Lux trims emphasize leather, navigation, a panoramic sunroof, and parking sensors, while Executive models add features such as premium audio, a surround-view camera, and heated rear seats. The V6 Hybrid pairs the lineup’s strongest powertrain with adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning.
What changed, by category
Styling
Volkswagen refreshed the front end with a new grille, bumper, and foglight treatment, revised the rear design, and introduced new wheel designs. LED taillights became standard across the lineup, while updated trim, lighting, and switches freshened the cabin.
Safety
Automatic Post-Collision Braking became standard across the lineup. Blind-spot monitoring joined several trims, while the V6 Hybrid received adaptive cruise control, Front Assist automatic emergency braking, and Lane Assist lane-departure warning as standard.
Tech
The V6 Lux and TDI Lux gained navigation, keyless start, and a hands-free power liftgate as standard equipment. Front and rear parking sensors also became standard on both Lux trims.
2015 Volkswagen Touareg specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Hybrid Sprchrg, 3.0L | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | Hybrid | Gas | Diesel |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 240 hp | 280 hp | 240 hp | 380 hp | 280 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft | 32.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||
| Alarm System | |||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||
| Park Assist | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| 360 Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||
| Roof Rails | |||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg a full redesign?
No. The 2015 Touareg is a mid-cycle update of the second-generation SUV, not a full redesign. Its main changes are revised exterior styling, updated cabin details, new wheel designs, and expanded safety equipment.
What is the biggest difference between the 2015 and 2014 Volkswagen Touareg?
The biggest difference is the 2015 model’s refreshed front and rear styling. It also has standard LED taillights, updated interior trim and switches, and standard Automatic Post-Collision Braking across the lineup.
Did every 2015 Volkswagen Touareg get the new safety features?
No. Every 2015 Touareg received Automatic Post-Collision Braking, but other systems depended on the trim. Blind-spot monitoring was fitted to several versions, while the V6 Hybrid included adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning.
Was an R-Line Touareg offered for 2015?
No. The V6 R-Line and TDI R-Line were dropped for 2015, along with the X trim. The Hybrid continued under the V6 Hybrid name.
Did the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg get a new engine?
No. The main powertrains carried over: a 280-hp 3.6-liter gas V6, a 240-hp 3.0-liter TDI diesel V6, and a 380-hp supercharged V6 hybrid system. The year’s major updates focused on styling, cabin details, equipment, and safety technology.
2015 Volkswagen Touareg Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg.
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2015 Volkswagen Touareg
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“The navigation system needs a lot of improvement. I miss the one I had in my 2005 Volvo xc90.”
“This is the 11th vehicle I have owned and my first VW. I have owned MB, Land Cruisers, Escalades and Tahoes and would not even think about going back to any of those. This is the single best vehicle I have ever driven.”