“It is a substantial vehicle. Rides really well, good acceleration. Seats are comfortable, the controls are user friendly. If I was to do it over again I would buy the same vehicle.”
2017 Volkswagen Touareg: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is that its advanced driver-assistance features are standard on every trim. The lineup also drops its diesel models and replaces the former gas Lux trim with the Wolfsburg Edition for the Touareg’s final U.S. model year.
About the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg
2nd generation (7P, 2011-2017 in the U.S.), after the 2015 refresh; 2017 is the final U.S. model year.
Volkswagen positions the Touareg as its premium two-row SUV — the “people’s premium SUV” — aimed at buyers who want upscale comfort, solid towing ability, standard AWD, and a polished cabin without moving to a luxury badge. In practice, it sits between mainstream and luxury SUVs: more substantial and richly equipped than most mainstream rivals, but less flashy than an Audi, BMW, or Lexus. Its core appeal is quiet road manners, strong all-weather capability, useful cargo space, and a well-built interior.
The Sport serves as an already well-equipped base, with a V6, AWD, navigation, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a factory trailer hitch. The Wolfsburg Edition adds leather, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof, while the Executive tops the range with a surround-view camera, premium audio, heated rear seats, and additional memory features.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The diesel TDI models are dropped, leaving a three-trim lineup powered by a 3.6-liter V6 with an eight-speed automatic and AWD. The remaining VR6 Sport and VR6 Executive trims are renamed V6 Sport and V6 Executive.
Styling
The new Wolfsburg Edition replaces the former gas Lux trim’s place in the lineup, adding special interior and appearance details along with leather seating, ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof.
Safety
Adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring become standard across the lineup.
Tech
The V6 Sport effectively absorbs the former Technology package, making navigation, parking sensors, keyless entry with push-button start, and a hands-free power liftgate standard on the entry trim.
2017 Volkswagen Touareg specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic Spt |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716 lb | 7716 lb | 7716 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 64 cu-ft | 64 cu-ft | 64 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 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 | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg?
The biggest change is that advanced driver-assistance features are standard on every 2017 Touareg. These include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg have a diesel engine?
No. Volkswagen dropped the Touareg TDI diesel models for 2017, leaving a gas-only U.S. lineup with a 3.6-liter V6, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and AWD.
What replaced the Lux trim on the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg?
The V6 Wolfsburg Edition takes the former gas Lux trim’s place in the 2017 lineup. It is the middle trim and features leather seating, ventilated front seats, 14-way power front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and distinctive interior and appearance details.
How is the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg different from the 2016 model?
The 2017 Touareg makes its advanced safety systems standard, drops the diesel lineup, and introduces the Wolfsburg Edition in place of the former gas Lux trim. The base gas Sport is also more fully equipped, with the former Technology package’s major features built in.
Was 2017 the final year for the Volkswagen Touareg in the United States?
Yes. The 2017 Touareg was the model’s final U.S. model year before Volkswagen discontinued it here for 2018.
2017 Volkswagen Touareg Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg.
4.2
2017 Volkswagen Touareg
(48 reviews)
“This vehicle has a great appearance, the ride is very comfortable, and the handling is great. The size of the vehicle I was surprised at how many miles I was able to get out of a full tank of gas, I am very happy with this vehicle and would highly recommend any of the Volkswagen brands to friends, family and co-workers. I am lucky enough to own two such vehicles, between Volkswagen and Audi.”
“One of the most powerful SUV's in the class. Great for towing without looking like a tow vehicle. Multi purpose SUV. Drives like a sports car for the size.”